BC Workplace First Aid Audit Tool

WorkSafeBC OHS Regulation (Part 3) — Effective November 1, 2024 — All Industries

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👋 Welcome to the First Aid Direct Digital Audit Tool. Use this interactive checklist to conduct your inspection on your device, or click print to generate a perfectly formatted paper log for your compliance records.

*These requirements are based on the WorkSafeBC Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulation, Part 3, as amended effective November 1, 2024. Kit contents are aligned with the CSA Z1220-17 standard plus BC-specific requirements. Applies to all industries and workplaces covered by WorkSafeBC.

⚠️ BC requires a written First Aid Assessment before determining your kit level. Unlike other provinces, WorkSafeBC's system is risk-based, not solely worker-count based. Your required kit type (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) is determined by your workplace hazard rating, number of workers per shift, and distance from emergency services. Complete your assessment at WorkSafeBC → This assessment must be reviewed annually or whenever there is a significant change to operations.

Part A: First Aid Station Physical Condition

Kit Accessibility: First aid station is mounted, unobstructed, clean, dry, and accessible at all times when work is in progress. Location must allow the first aid attendant to reach any worker promptly. (OHS Regulation Part 3)

Box Condition: The first aid box is in good physical condition, closes securely, and protects contents from contamination or moisture. All items are in plain view and easily accessible.

Supplies in Good Condition: All items are undamaged, packaging is intact, and nothing is soiled or compromised. Remove and replace any damaged or contaminated items immediately.

Expiry Dates: Check expiry dates on all sterile items (gauze pads, dressings, pressure dressings, antiseptic towelettes, glucose doses). Replace any expired items before returning the kit to service.

No Medications or Ointments: Confirm the kit contains no prescription medications or topical drug products (other than antiseptic towelettes). These are outside the scope of a first aid kit under WorkSafeBC guidelines.

Additional Stations (if required): If the workplace layout, size, or hazards require it, confirm that additional first aid stations have been established so any worker can be reached promptly from any work area. (OHS Regulation Part 3)

Part B: WorkSafeBC Administrative Requirements (All Workplaces)

Written First Aid Assessment on File: A documented first aid assessment has been completed, is current, and is available at the workplace. Must be reviewed annually or whenever there is a significant change to operations, worker count, or workplace layout. (OHS Regulation Part 3, s.3.16)

First Aid Records: Blank first aid record forms are stocked inside the kit, and a completed log is being maintained for all injuries treated — recording the date, time, nature of injury, treatment given, and name of the attendant. (Required by OHS Regulation)

Contents List in Kit: A printed contents list is present inside the kit for inspection reference. (Required in all WorkSafeBC kits)

Certified First Aid Attendant on Every Shift: At least one worker on shift holds a valid WorkSafeBC-recognized first aid certificate at the level required by your workplace assessment (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced). Certificate must be current and unexpired. (OHS Regulation Part 3)

Annual First Aid Drill Completed: A first aid drill has been conducted within the last 12 months (or since the last significant procedural change) and the results have been documented. (Required by OHS Regulation, effective Nov 1, 2024)

PPE Stocked at Station: Non-latex examination gloves (multiple sizes), medical-grade face masks, and a face shield or safety eyewear are stocked at or in the first aid station for use by the attendant. (Required in all kit levels — OHS Guideline G3.16)

Part C: Select your kit level to verify contents:

Kit level is determined by your WorkSafeBC First Aid Assessment, based on hazard rating, worker count per shift, and distance from emergency services.

☝️ Select your kit level above — as determined by your WorkSafeBC First Aid Assessment — to reveal the required contents checklist.

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BC Workplace First Aid Audit Tool — All Industries

BC Workplace First Aid Audit Tool

Part A: First Aid Station Physical Condition

Part B: WorkSafeBC Administrative Requirements (All Workplaces)

Part C: Select your kit level to verify contents:

Part C: WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid Kit Contents (CSA Z1220-17 + BC Requirements)

Part C: WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid Kit Contents (CSA Z1220-17 + BC Requirements)

Part C: WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid Kit Contents (CSA Z1220-17 + BC Requirements)

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