Employers pay nearly $1 billion per week for direct workers’ compensation costs.
It is essential that workplaces, no matter the size of staff or number of employees, provide access to first aid supplies in the event of injury or illness. (1910.151(b))
Compliance
Employers should check their first aid cabinets against the latest edition of the standard and make the necessary changes. In determining which class of kit is more appropriate for a given workplace, employers should conduct a workplace hazard assessment to first decide if a Class A or Class B minimum fill best fits the type of hazards at the facility.
Maintenance
First aid kits should be inspected at least monthly or following a first aid incident when the product is used. Cabinet surfaces should be disinfected regularly.
American National Standard
ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2026Â is the voluntary industry consensus standard that establishes minimum performance requirements for first aid kits and their supplies that are intended for use in various work environments.Â
Preparing for Opioid Emergencies in the Workplace
Overdoes emergencies can happen in any workplace, and faster access to naloxone can save lives. The updated ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2026 standard includes naloxone as a supplemental first aid supply, helping employers strengthen emergency response plans and prepare workers to recognize and respond to a suspected opioid overdose.
Explore ISEA’s naloxone resources for guidance on workplace preparedness, access, training, and implementation.
Resources
What’s Inside an OSHA-Compliant First Aid Kit
Respond Ready: Expanding Workplace First Aid to Include Opioid Overdose Preparedness
Z308.1-2026 Update Checklist
