Workplace first aid starts with knowing the rules. This page brings together trusted workplace safety and compliance resources in one place.
You will find official guidance from OSHA, ANSI standards for first aid kits, and nationally recognized safety organizations. These are the same sources safety managers and compliance officers rely on when building and maintaining workplace first aid programs.
We keep this list focused and practical. The goal is simple. Help you stay compliant. Help you stay prepared. Help you keep your first aid supplies inspection ready.
If you are reviewing your kit setup, you may also want to visit our:
Regulatory & Standards
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
OSHA sets and enforces federal workplace safety regulations. First aid requirements are outlined under 29 CFR 1910.151. You can review standards, interpretations, and compliance assistance directly on their site.
OSHA First Aid Program Guidance
https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3317first-aid.pdf
This document outlines best practices for building a workplace first aid program.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
ANSI publishes the Z308.1 standard that defines minimum requirements for workplace first aid kits. This includes Class A and Class B classifications and supply quantities.
If you are comparing kit types, see our:
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
NIOSH conducts research and provides recommendations related to occupational injury prevention and worker safety.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The CDC provides public health guidance relevant to workplace illness prevention, bloodborne pathogens, and emergency response planning.
CPR, AED & First Aid Training
Proper training supports any workplace first aid program.
American Heart Association
Provides CPR, AED, and First Aid certification programs for workplace responders.
American Red Cross
Offers workplace CPR and First Aid training programs nationwide.
National Safety Council
Provides safety training, injury prevention programs, and compliance education for employers.
If you maintain AEDs onsite, you may also want to review:
Fire & Emergency Preparedness
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Develops fire safety codes and standards that support broader workplace emergency planning.
Ready.gov
Provides business emergency preparedness planning resources developed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Workplace Posting Requirements
U.S. Department of Labor Workplace Posters
Access required federal labor law posters and compliance materials for your facility.
Inventory Worksheet & Ordering Made Easy
To make stocking your workplace first aid kits simple, we offer an Inventory Worksheet that lists the most common first aid kit items all in one place. You can quickly see what you have, what you need, and use it to place an order directly on our Order Page. This helps you stay compliant, keep your kits ready, and save time on planning and restocking.
How This Page Supports Your First Aid Program
These workplace safety and compliance resources are intended to support businesses that manage their own first aid supplies.
If you are responsible for keeping kits stocked and inspection ready, you may also want to review:
Maintaining proper stock levels helps support OSHA compliance and internal safety policies.
Disclaimer
Some portions of this content were developed with the assistance of artificial intelligence and reviewed for accuracy and relevance to workplace first aid compliance. All regulatory links direct to their official sources.