How many First Aiders or Appointed Persons do I require ?
Carry Out Risk Assessment to Determine Level of Hazard

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Appointed Person



Low Hazard
Less than 25 employees

Higher Hazard
Less than 5 employees
FAW First Aider

Low Hazard
More than 50 employees

Higher Hazard
5 to 50 employees
[EFAW also option]

Higher Hazard
More than 50 employees
EFAW First Aider



Low Hazard
25 to 50 employees

Higher Hazard
5 to 50 employees
[FAW also option]
Source - HSE Publication - First Aid at Work - Your Questions Answered