Nova Scotia Regulation First Aid Kits
Overview of Nova Scotia’s Requirements
- Nova Scotia has minimum required first aid kit contents, with variations based on the number of employees and the nature of work.
- The regulations list key items like sterile gauze pads, adhesive dressings, triangular bandages, disposable gloves, etc.
How CSA Kits Comply
- CSA Z1220 addresses all fundamental items (bandages, antiseptics, record book, etc.), typically surpassing Nova Scotia’s list.
- A CSA-compliant kit thus makes compliance straightforward—just confirm you have the correct quantity of each mandated supply.
Regulation & Official References
- Nova Scotia Occupational Safety General Regulations, made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Part 3 typically covers first aid requirements.
- Official Resource: Nova Scotia OHS
