First aid and emergency preparedness are essential for every employer's accident prevention program. Employers must instruct employees on emergency procedures to prevent injuries or illnesses from becoming more severe by providing prompt first aid and emergency assistance. [3]

Emergency procedures should aim to prevent or minimize fatalities, injuries, and damage through a clearly defined organization and set of procedures. [2]

To establish effective emergency procedures:

• Compile a list of possible hazards or scenarios.
• Identify the possible major consequences of each hazard.
• Determine the required countermeasures.
• Inventory the resources needed to carry out the planned actions.
• Establish the necessary emergency organization and procedures based on these considerations.
• Communication, training, and periodic drills are required to ensure adequate performance when the plan must be implemented.

[2] Documentation Required: Employers are usually required to maintain written records of all injuries and treatments given in a first-aid treatment record book or log. Each event should be recorded. [1]

• Worker's name
• Date and time of injury
• Location and nature of the injury
• Description of how the injury occurred
• Type or description of first aid treatment given
• Time first aid was given
• Worker's/Patient's signature
• First aid attendant's signature
• Date and time of reporting
• Name of the person to whom the injury was reported

[1] Workers should know the procedures to be followed when first aid is required, including what types of injuries should be reported, who to call for help, and to remain with the victim until first aid attendants arrive. [1]