First Aid at Work Arrangements

Emergency procedures

Assistance should be sought from a First Aider for all injuries and sudden illnesses.

To contact a first aider/security, please use the SafeZone App, the campus emergency contact numbers or see the local names and numbers on the nearest wall-mounted First Aid poster.

An ambulance should be requested if the injury/illness is life-threatening or needs the skills and equipment of an ambulance or paramedic team.   Examples include heart attack; sudden unexplained breathing difficulties; heavy bleeding; unconsciousness; traumatic back/spine/neck pain. If an ambulance is called, Campus Security must be informed.  They can then direct it on arrival to the appropriate location and support the First Aider in the interim if necessary.

The University's insurers have confirmed that First Aiders are covered by the University's Public Liability insurance if they perform first aid duties, according to their training, whilst on University business either on or off University premises.  This includes shared areas on campus, fieldtrips in the UK or overseas, or whilst visiting other locations as part of their work (for example attending meetings, conferences or training courses).  It also covers accompanying casualties.

However, it must be noted that the Insurer's do not provide any cover regarding use of personal vehicles to transport casualties as an ambulance should normally be called to take casualties to hospital.  However, there may be occasions when minor injuries and illnesses do not warrant an ambulance although medical attention is required, or the casualty needs to go home.  In these circumstances, a taxi should be called. (Latest list of taxi companies approved for use by the University)

Guidance Documents

• University First Aid Arrangements - Code of Practice
• NHS Accessing Emergency Advice
• The role of a Mental Health First Aider
• British Heart Foundation online CPR training

Defibrillator Locations

First Aid Posters

First aid posters are displayed in all University buildings.  The posters in common areas give contact details only for the local Campus Security as they can provide first aid assistance at all times.  Encouraging use of the SafeZone app to contact Security should also help to minimise potential delays.

If Faculties and Directorates have their own first aiders and wish to create and display their own posters in local areas, please select the relevant poster from the template list.

First Aid Rooms

Under University arrangements, some rooms have been designated first aid rooms for use by people who feel unwell and may wish to rest quietly.  These rooms serve a dual purpose with the rest rooms required under separate legislation for pregnant and nursing mothers.  The rooms have a bed, a sink with drinking and hot/cold running water and, where possible, are on the ground floor and close to toilets.  These rooms can be found at the following locations:

Please note that access and day-to-day management of the first aid rooms is generally the responsibility of Campus Estates & Facilities, but there may be a local arrangements with a nearby Faculty/Directorate. For general access you will need to contact Security via the SafeZone App or via the campus emergency contact numbers