First aid guide
Does my workplace need an AED?
An AED may be appropriate even where it is not specifically expected. Visitor numbers, workforce size and emergency response times all contribute to the decision.
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Whether an AED is worthwhile comes down to your workforce size and age, how many members of the public you see, your response times and your overall risk profile. The free First Aid Check weighs these up for your site — using current regulations, best-practice guidance and your ACC risk category — so you get a clear recommendation instead of a guess.
Common misconceptions
Many businesses assume every workplace has identical requirements. In reality, first aid arrangements should reflect the risks and circumstances of each workplace.
See exactly what your workplace needs
The surest way to get this right is a proper assessment of your own site. First Aid Check’s free assessment is built on current NZ first aid regulations, best-practice first-aider ratios and ACC industry risk categories — so your result reflects the rules and your real risk, not a generic rule of thumb. A few minutes gives you a personalised report you can act on.
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