Etapa 5. Vídeo 1. Primeros auxilios en la empresa y método PAS. Tu ruta hacia el éxito profesional

First Aid in the Workplace

Legal Obligations for First Aid Training

• The law on occupational risk prevention mandates that employers must train workers in first aid to ensure safety within the workplace.

• It is advisable for all citizens to have basic first aid knowledge, as actions taken in the initial minutes of an accident can significantly impact the victim's recovery, especially with critical injuries.

Designation and Equipment Requirements

• Employers are required to designate specific employees who will be responsible for administering first aid; these individuals must voluntarily accept this role and receive proper training.

• Every workplace should have a portable first aid kit containing essential items such as disinfectants, sterile gauze, bandages, scissors, tweezers, gloves, and more. Regular checks are necessary to replace expired or used materials.

Protocol for First Aid Response

• In workplaces with over 50 employees or those engaged in hazardous work where medical assistance is hard to reach, a dedicated first aid room must be available with potable water and a stretcher.

• The rescuer should remain calm yet act swiftly by assessing the scene and prioritizing care based on injury severity without moving victims unless absolutely necessary. Initial assessments include checking consciousness, breathing, pulse, bleeding, or fractures.

Maintaining Victim Stability

• If a victim is unresponsive, it’s crucial to call for help while performing only essential actions to keep them alive until professional medical services arrive; keeping the victim warm is also important as they may lose body heat quickly.

• Never give anything to drink to an unconscious person; instead, reassure them that help is on the way and stay with them until emergency services arrive.

The PAS Method: Protecting Lives

• A method known as PAS (Protect - Alert - Support) outlines steps for responding effectively during emergencies:

• Protect: Ensure safety for both rescuer and victim.

• Alert: Call emergency services (112) providing precise details about the incident.

• Support: Conduct primary evaluations focusing on consciousness followed by breathing and pulse checks before proceeding with secondary evaluations of non-vital injuries.