Alberta Construction Site First Aid Audit Tool

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Alberta Construction First Aid Audit Tool

Alberta OHS Code (Part 11, Schedule 2, Table 7) & CSA Z1220-17 Standards

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*Construction is classified as high hazard work under the Alberta OHS Code (Schedule 2, Table 3). This means construction sites are legally required to have a CSA Type 3 Intermediate First Aid Kit — not a basic Type 2 kit. Requirements are based on the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code and the CSA Z1220-17 national standard, effective March 31, 2023.

Part A: Construction Site Safety Standards

Kit Accessibility & Location: First aid kit is mounted in a clearly marked, readily accessible location on site. Cabinet or container is weatherproof and protects contents from dust, moisture, and impact. Location sign is posted and visible.

First Aider on Every Shift — Basic: At least one worker holding a valid Basic First Aid certificate (CSA Z1210-17) is present and designated on every shift. Certificate is current and not expired.

First Aider on Every Shift — Intermediate: At least one worker holding a valid Intermediate First Aid certificate (CSA Z1210-17) is present and designated on every shift. (Required for all high-hazard/construction sites per OHS Code Schedule 2, Table 7.)

Emergency Blankets (Schedule 2): The required number of aluminized emergency blankets are stocked and accessible. Verify count matches your shift size tier — blankets are a separate Schedule 2 requirement beyond the kit contents.

Sterile Eyewash: Sterile saline eyewash is stocked and within expiry date. Critical for construction sites due to dust, debris, concrete, and chemical splash hazards. Replace immediately if expired.

Emergency Transportation Plan: A written emergency transportation plan is in place, designating a suitable vehicle capable of accommodating a stretcher, providing weather protection, and communicating with the destination health care facility. Ill or injured workers must be accompanied by a first aider during transport.

Emergency Communication System: A reliable means of emergency communication (radio, cell phone, or land line) is operational on site and accessible to all workers. The method and contact numbers are posted near the first aid kit.

Incident Reporting Log: A first aid record log is on site and up to date. All illnesses or injuries for which first aid is provided must be recorded as soon as possible per OHS Code Section 182.

Tourniquet & Arterial Bleeding Preparedness: The arterial tourniquet (included in the CSA Type 3 kit) is present, within expiry date, and all designated first aiders have been trained in its use. Critical for construction laceration and crush injuries.

Burn Treatments: Hydrogel burn dressings or equivalent supplies are present and within expiry date. Verify gel is fully hydrated. Construction sites with welding, cutting, or hot works require burn treatment to be immediately accessible.

Part B: Select your shift size to generate Alberta OHS legal minimums for high-hazard construction work:

☝️ Select your shift size above to reveal the required CSA Type 3 Intermediate kit contents for your site.

Part B: Alberta OHS / CSA Type 3 Intermediate — Small (2–25 Workers)

25 x Adhesive bandages, sterile, assorted sizes (standard strip, fingertip, knuckle, large patch).

12 x Sterile gauze pads, individually wrapped, 7.6 x 7.6 cm (3 x 3 in).

6 x Sterile gauze pads, individually wrapped, 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4 in). (Type 3 requirement — not in basic Type 2 kits.)

1 x Abdominal pad, sterile, individually wrapped, 12.7 x 22.9 cm (5 x 9 in).

4 x Non-adherent dressings, sterile, individually wrapped, 5.1 x 7.6 cm (2 x 3 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

1 x Compress/pressure dressing with ties, sterile, 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4 in).

1 x Compress/pressure dressing with ties, sterile, 15.2 x 15.2 cm (6 x 6 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

1 roll x Conforming stretch bandage, individually wrapped, 5.1 cm x 1.8 m (2 in x 2 yd).

1 roll x Conforming stretch bandage, individually wrapped, 7.6 cm x 1.8 m (3 in x 2 yd).

1 x Elastic support/compression bandage, 7.6 cm (3 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

2 x Triangular bandages, cotton, with 2 safety pins each, 101.6 x 101.6 x 142.2 cm (40 x 40 x 56 in).

1 roll x Adhesive tape, 2.5 cm wide x 2.3 m (1 in x 2.5 yd).

2 sets x Eye dressing pad, sterile, with eye shield and elastic strap. (Type 3 requirement — critical for construction debris and chemical splash.)

25 x Antiseptic wound cleansing towelettes, individually wrapped.

6 x Hand/skin cleansing towelettes, individually wrapped.

6 x Antibiotic ointment, topical, single use.

1 pkg x Glucose tablets, 4 g (10 per package) or acceptable alternative. (Type 3 requirement.)

4 x Pairs of examination gloves, disposable, medical grade, non-latex, powder-free.

1 x CPR resuscitation barrier device with one-way valve.

1 x Biohazard waste disposal bag, single use.

1 x Bandage scissors, stainless steel, angled blunt tip, minimum 14 cm (5.5 in).

1 x Splinter forceps/tweezers, fine point, stainless steel, minimum 11.4 cm (4.5 in).

1 x Splint, padded, malleable, minimum size 10.2 x 61 cm (4 x 24 in). (Type 3 requirement — for fracture and crush injury immobilization.)

1 x Tourniquet, arterial. Check condition and expiry. (Type 3 requirement — critical for high-hazard construction sites.)

1 x Instant cold pack. Check expiry. (Type 3 requirement.)

1 x Emergency blanket, aluminized, non-stretch polyester, minimum 132 x 213 cm (52 x 84 in).

1 x Contents list (inside kit). Confirm all items are inventoried and kit seal/log is current.

Part B: Alberta OHS / CSA Type 3 Intermediate — Medium (26–50 Workers)

50 x Adhesive bandages, sterile, assorted sizes (standard strip, fingertip, knuckle, large patch).

24 x Sterile gauze pads, individually wrapped, 7.6 x 7.6 cm (3 x 3 in).

12 x Sterile gauze pads, individually wrapped, 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

2 x Abdominal pads, sterile, individually wrapped, 12.7 x 22.9 cm (5 x 9 in).

8 x Non-adherent dressings, sterile, individually wrapped, 5.1 x 7.6 cm (2 x 3 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

2 x Compress/pressure dressings with ties, sterile, 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4 in).

2 x Compress/pressure dressings with ties, sterile, 15.2 x 15.2 cm (6 x 6 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

2 rolls x Conforming stretch bandage, individually wrapped, 5.1 cm x 1.8 m (2 in x 2 yd).

2 rolls x Conforming stretch bandage, individually wrapped, 7.6 cm x 1.8 m (3 in x 2 yd).

2 x Elastic support/compression bandages, 7.6 cm (3 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

4 x Triangular bandages, cotton, with 2 safety pins each, 101.6 x 101.6 x 142.2 cm (40 x 40 x 56 in).

1 roll x Adhesive tape, 2.5 cm wide x 4.6 m (1 in x 5 yd).

2 sets x Eye dressing pad, sterile, with eye shield and elastic strap. (Type 3 requirement.)

50 x Antiseptic wound cleansing towelettes, individually wrapped.

12 x Hand/skin cleansing towelettes, individually wrapped.

12 x Antibiotic ointment, topical, single use.

2 pkg x Glucose tablets, 4 g (10 per package) or acceptable alternative. (Type 3 requirement.)

8 x Pairs of examination gloves, disposable, medical grade, non-latex, powder-free.

1 x CPR resuscitation barrier device with one-way valve.

4 x Biohazard waste disposal bags, single use.

1 x Bandage scissors, stainless steel, angled blunt tip, minimum 14 cm (5.5 in).

1 x Splinter forceps/tweezers, fine point, stainless steel, minimum 11.4 cm (4.5 in).

1 x Splint, padded, malleable, minimum size 10.2 x 61 cm (4 x 24 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

1 x Tourniquet, arterial. Check condition and expiry. (Type 3 requirement.)

2 x Instant cold packs. Check expiry. (Type 3 requirement.)

2 x Emergency blankets, aluminized, non-stretch polyester, minimum 132 x 213 cm (52 x 84 in).

1 x Contents list (inside kit). Confirm all items are inventoried and kit seal/log is current.

Part B: Alberta OHS / CSA Type 3 Intermediate — Large (51–100 Workers)

100 x Adhesive bandages, sterile, assorted sizes (standard strip, fingertip, knuckle, large patch).

48 x Sterile gauze pads, individually wrapped, 7.6 x 7.6 cm (3 x 3 in).

24 x Sterile gauze pads, individually wrapped, 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

4 x Abdominal pads, sterile, individually wrapped, 12.7 x 22.9 cm (5 x 9 in).

16 x Non-adherent dressings, sterile, individually wrapped, 5.1 x 7.6 cm (2 x 3 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

4 x Compress/pressure dressings with ties, sterile, 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4 in).

4 x Compress/pressure dressings with ties, sterile, 15.2 x 15.2 cm (6 x 6 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

4 rolls x Conforming stretch bandage, individually wrapped, 5.1 cm x 1.8 m (2 in x 2 yd).

4 rolls x Conforming stretch bandage, individually wrapped, 7.6 cm x 1.8 m (3 in x 2 yd).

2 x Elastic support/compression bandages, 7.6 cm (3 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

8 x Triangular bandages, cotton, with 2 safety pins each, 101.6 x 101.6 x 142.2 cm (40 x 40 x 56 in).

1 roll x Adhesive tape, 2.5 cm wide x 9.1 m (1 in x 10 yd).

4 sets x Eye dressing pad, sterile, with eye shield and elastic strap. (Type 3 requirement.)

100 x Antiseptic wound cleansing towelettes, individually wrapped.

24 x Hand/skin cleansing towelettes, individually wrapped.

24 x Antibiotic ointment, topical, single use.

2 pkg x Glucose tablets, 4 g (10 per package) or acceptable alternative. (Type 3 requirement.)

16 x Pairs of examination gloves, disposable, medical grade, non-latex, powder-free.

1 x CPR resuscitation barrier device with one-way valve.

8 x Biohazard waste disposal bags, single use.

1 x Bandage scissors, stainless steel, angled blunt tip, minimum 14 cm (5.5 in).

1 x Splinter forceps/tweezers, fine point, stainless steel, minimum 11.4 cm (4.5 in).

2 x Splints, padded, malleable, minimum size 10.2 x 61 cm (4 x 24 in). (Type 3 requirement.)

1 x Tourniquet, arterial. Check condition and expiry. (Type 3 requirement.)

4 x Instant cold packs. Check expiry. (Type 3 requirement.)

2 x Emergency blankets, aluminized, non-stretch polyester, minimum 132 x 213 cm (52 x 84 in).

1 x Contents list (inside kit). Confirm all items are inventoried and kit seal/log is current.

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Understanding Alberta Construction First Aid Requirements

Under the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code (Part 11), construction and demolition work is formally classified as high hazard work (Schedule 2, Table 3). This classification carries a significantly higher standard of compliance than low or medium-hazard industries. Effective March 31, 2023, Alberta adopted the national CSA Z1220-17 standard, replacing previous kit types with a new system. For high-hazard construction sites, this means a mandatory CSA Type 3 Intermediate First Aid Kit is required — not the basic Type 2 kit used in lower-risk workplaces.

The Type 3 Intermediate kit contains substantially more supplies than a basic kit, including items specific to serious trauma: an arterial tourniquet, a rigid malleable splint for fracture management, larger compress dressings (15.2 x 15.2 cm), sterile eye dressing sets for debris injuries, glucose tablets, instant cold packs, non-adherent wound dressings, and larger-gauge gauze pads. Depending on the number of workers on shift, you require a Small (2–25 workers), Medium (26–50 workers), or Large (51–100 workers) Type 3 kit.

Beyond the kit itself, Alberta construction sites must ensure that both a Basic First Aider and an Intermediate First Aider (per CSA Z1210-17 training standards) are designated and on-site every shift. Prime contractors are also responsible for a written emergency transportation plan, posted signage, a functioning emergency communication system, and a current first aid incident log. Failure to comply with OHS Code requirements can result in fines from $100–$500 per violation plus a 15% victim surcharge.