Appointed Person First-Aid Arrangements
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- v1
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- 1 October 2026
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These arrangements apply where the school's first-aid needs assessment identifies that a designated first aider is not required.
Appointed person
The appointed person for [school name] is [appointed person name]. The appointed person takes charge of the first-aid arrangements.
Responsibilities
The appointed person is responsible for looking after the first-aid equipment and facilities at [school name].
When required, the appointed person summons the emergency services using [emergency service contact arrangement].
Availability
Arrangements are made for the appointed person to be available to undertake these duties at all times when people are at work. Availability is arranged through [availability arrangement].
Equipment and facilities
The appointed person looks after the first-aid equipment and facilities located at [first aid equipment and facilities location].
Sources
- First aid in schools, early years and further education - GOV.UKDepartment for Education