United Kingdom · First aid
Do I need a first aid certificate to work in the UK?
Who decides first-aid provision under the 1981 Regulations.
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Short answer
Not every worker. Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 your employer assesses first-aid needs and provides adequate first-aid equipment, facilities and people. If you are appointed as a first-aider, the employer arranges suitable training.
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Official sources
- Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981legislation.gov.uk · Checked 2026-10-06