Is Your Workplace First Aid Compliant? Here’s What You Need to Know in 2025
When was the last time you reviewed your workplace first aid compliance?
In 2025, keeping your business aligned with the latest WHS first aid requirements in Australia isn’t just best practice—it’s a legal responsibility. Whether you manage a small office or a large team, first aid compliance is essential for keeping your employees safe and meeting national standards.
Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant this year.
, 1. First Aid Requirements Vary by Workplace
There’s no universal checklist—your first aid obligations depend on:
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Industry type (e.g. retail, construction, corporate)
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Number of employees
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Location (each state has slightly different rules)
Refer to Safe Work Australia’s first aid code of practice and always double-check your local state regulations to stay fully compliant.
2. You Must Have the Right People, Equipment & Procedures
To meet first aid training requirements for businesses, you’ll need:
🚨 Qualified First Aiders
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Minimum required based on your risk level (low, medium, or high)
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Accredited first aid certificates, renewed every 3 years
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CPR training, refreshed annually (this is often checked in audits)
🧯 First Aid Kits
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Properly stocked and clearly signed
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Maintained and replenished regularly
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Tailored to workplace risks (e.g. burns kits for kitchens, snake bite kits for rural areas)
📄 Clear First Aid Procedures
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A documented emergency response plan
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Contact details of trained first aid officers visibly posted
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Procedures explained during staff induction
All of this helps create a safe workplace environment, which is a core part of WHS compliance.
3. 2025 Update: Mental Health First Aid is Now a Priority
In 2025, employers must also consider mental health risks in the workplace. Stress, fatigue, and burnout are now legally recognised psychosocial hazards.
Forward-thinking organisations are investing in:
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Building psychologically safe environments
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Proactive support systems for employee wellbeing
Including mental health support in your first aid strategy is increasingly expected—and often required—in industries like education, healthcare, and corporate workplaces.
4. What Happens If You’re Not Compliant?
Falling behind on WHS first aid regulations can result in:
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Large fines or penalties
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Legal action if an incident occurs
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Staff left vulnerable during emergencies
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Reputational damage and reduced employee trust
Keeping up with first aid compliance laws in Australia protects both your people and your business.
5. Unsure Where You Stand? Book a Workplace First Aid Audit
A first aid audit for businesses can help you:
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Identify gaps in training and kit coverage
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Ensure procedures are clear and current
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Make a plan to get compliant, fast
Our team at The First Aid Nest offers onsite audits and tailored support to make this process easy.
Need Trusted First Aid Training for Your Workplace?
We offer:
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Onsite first aid and CPR training for staff
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Accredited mental health first aid courses in Australia
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Setup support for kits, signage, and compliance documents
All our training is quick, engaging, and WHS-compliant.
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Learn Baby & Child First Aid Online – Anytime, Anywhere
At The First Aid Nest, we make it easy for busy parents to learn life-saving skills from the comfort of home.
Our online baby first aid courses are designed by a children’s nurse and allergy specialist, focusing on the things parents worry about most:
Choking prevention & first aid Introducing common allergy foods safely Recognising allergic reactions CPR and emergency response for babies & children Weaning tips and food safety
Learn in your own time, at your own pace – all from your mobile, tablet or laptop.
Our First Aid Certificate Courses
We run most of the popular first aid courses Australia wide. HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, HLTAID009 Provide CPR, HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education & Care Setting, Mental Health first aid and CPR/LVR to name a few.
Book your public spot online or contact us if you have a group of 5+ people for onsite training.
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FREE Masterclass: Safe & Simple: Prep Foods To Avoid Choking & Allergies
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