The obligation
PCBUs should plan first aid for the maximum number of workers engaged at one time, including contractors, subcontractors and volunteers.
Generally, a larger workforce requires more first aid resources. PCBUs should also consider workers with a disability or known health concern, and others at the workplace such as students, clients under care and members of the public. First aid equipment, facilities and first aiders must be accessible to workers whenever they work, including night shifts or overtime.
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- PCBUs should plan first aid for the maximum number of workers engaged at one time, including contractors, subcontractors and volunteers.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Working out first aid needs from the number and mix of workers and others is a WHS requirement set out in First aid in the workplace (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Model CoP: First Aid in the Workplace > s 2.3 § 2.3.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Working out first aid needs from the number and mix of workers and others is a WHS obligation under First aid in the workplace (FEDERAL). In short, PCBUs should plan first aid for the maximum number of workers engaged at one time, including contractors, subcontractors and volunteers.
What changed recently?
Working out first aid needs from the number and mix of workers and others was last updated on 19 October 2026.