The obligation
All workers must be able to access a first aid kit, which requires at least one kit to be provided at their workplace.
First aid equipment, facilities and first aiders must be accessible to workers whenever they work, including night shifts or overtime. Appendix C of the Code summarises the requirements for first aiders, first aid kits and first aid rooms. The Code's assessment asks what kits or modules are needed, where they should be located, whether other first aid equipment is needed and who is responsible for maintaining the kits.
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- What
- All workers must be able to access a first aid kit, which requires at least one kit to be provided at their workplace.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Providing and maintaining first aid kits and equipment is a WHS requirement set out in First aid in the workplace (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is First aid in the workplace > First aid kits.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Providing and maintaining first aid kits and equipment is a WHS obligation under First aid in the workplace (NSW). In short, All workers must be able to access a first aid kit, which requires at least one kit to be provided at their workplace.
What changed recently?
Providing and maintaining first aid kits and equipment was last updated on 9 October 2026.
