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First Aid
Logging operations are often remote from any
emergency medical care. Properly administered first aid can be a major factor in
minimizing even life-threatening injuries. OSHA requirements address first aid training
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Highlights of First Aid
Requirements
- All employees, including supervisors, must be certified as trained in first aid and CPR.
The minimum content of the training is specified in Appendix B of the Logging Standard.
[1910.266(i)(7)(i)
and (ii)]
- First Aid kits are required at each work site where trees are being cut, at each active
landing, and on each employee transport vehicle. [1910.266(d)(2)(i)]
- The number of first aid kits and the content of each kit must reflect the degree of
isolation, the number of employees, and the hazards reasonably anticipated at the work
site. [1910.266(d)(2)(i)]
- The minimum required contents of a first aid kit are provided by Appendix A of the Logging Standard.
[1910.266(d)(2)(ii)]
- Personnel responding to accidents may be exposed to bloodborne diseases. This hazard is
addressed in the Example Safety
and Health Program.
- In addition to the First Aid Requirements, personnel must be made aware of the
potential and first aid for insect bites and stings, and the hazards of insect and
tick borne diseases.
[1910.266(i)(3)(iv)]
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