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First Aid Code of Practice

About The First Aid Code of Practice

Effective Date Jan 1, 2026

The First Aid Code of Practice outlines the nationally recognised standards for providing first aid in Australian workplaces. This document, developed under Safe Work Australia guidelines, defines the minimum legal and practical requirements for maintaining safe environments and responding effectively to emergencies.

Our summary of the Code helps individuals and organisations understand their obligations, including first aid training, equipment, and facilities. It explains how to identify workplace risks, appoint qualified first aiders, and ensure ongoing compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws across each state and territory.

Australia Wide First Aid provides this Code as a reference for students, employers, and safety officers seeking to align with national first aid compliance. The complete Code of Practice can be downloaded for detailed legislative and operational guidance.

Download the First Aid Code of Practice

You can download a copy of our First Aid Code of Practice for your records. This file is provided in PDF format and contains the full, authoritative version of the document:

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View the Full First Aid Code of Practice

The complete version of our First Aid Code of Practice is provided below; you can view it online or download the PDF for your records.

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