First aid provision: requirements and guidance

Find out how to comply with requirements on first aid provision in schools and early years settings.

Last reviewed on 16 January 2026See updates
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Contents
  1. Understand your minimum requirements
  2. Carry out a first aid needs assessment
  3. Have a first aid policy
  4. Appoint someone to be in charge of first aid arrangements 
  5. Arrange training for your first aiders
  6. Aim to get consent when delivering first aid 
  7. Know the requirements for the EYFS 

Understand your minimum requirements

Your school must:

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