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Appendix A to § 1910.266 - First-Aid Kits (Mandatory) Gauze pads (at least 4 x 4 inches). Two large gauze pads (at least 8 x 10 inches). Box adhesive bandages (band-aids). One package gauze roller bandage at least 2 inches wide. Two triangular bandages. Wound cleaning agent such as sealed moistened towelettes. Scissors.

While OSHA does not state how often to inspect your supplies they do recommend the following: The supplies must be adequate, should reflect the kinds of injuries that occur, and must be stored in an area where they are readily available for emergency access.

check the kit after each use or if not used, then once every 12 months. check that items are in good working order, have not deteriorated and within their expiry date. Ensure that sterile items are still sealed.

Inspection and availability of first aid kits. Additionally, the contents of first aid kits must be inspected at least annually to ensure that the items are useable and all required items are present in the kits (1910.269(b)(3)).

Replies: OSHA's standard for first aid training in general industry, 29 CFR 1910.151(b), provides: In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons shall be adequately trained to render first aid.

Regulation 7 of the regulations provides the specifications relating to ”First aid, emergency equipment, and procedures”. When should first aid be provided at the workplace?

Appendix A to § 1910.266 - First-Aid Kits (Mandatory) Gauze pads (at least 4 x 4 inches). Two large gauze pads (at least 8 x 10 inches). Box adhesive bandages (band-aids). One package gauze roller bandage at least 2 inches wide. Two triangular bandages. Wound cleaning agent such as sealed moistened towelettes. Scissors.