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First Aid

In any non-emergency medical issue where medical conditions are not life-threatening, please call TMU Toronto Campus Security at 416-979-5040 or TMU Brampton Campus Security at 416-598-5950 if first-aid assistance is required. 

Legislation 

TMU is in compliance by law with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) (external link)  and Regulation 1101 under Section 3 of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (external link) . The university is obligated to: 

  • cover the expense of first aid equipment and services;
  • inspect first aid equipment at least quarterly;
  • provide easily-accessible first aid stations for those with a valid first aid certificate from a Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)-recognized training organization;
  • post the first aid poster WSIB Form 82: In Case of Injury at Work (external link) , first aid certificates and kit inspection card; and
  • keep detailed records of all incidents and first aid treatment given.

First-aid kits

First aid kits are currently available in medium- to higher-risk areas (e.g. laboratories, workshops, studios).

Departments who wish to assemble their own first aid kits should fill it with materials listed in WSIB's Regulation 1101 (external link) . You may also purchase ready-made first aid kits from the supplier of your choice as long as the kit meets the regulation requirement for your workplace. If you have any questions, please contact Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) at ehs@torontomu.ca or 416-979-5000, ext. 553770. 

Training

First aid and CPR training is offered by the Recreation and Athletics department for those interested. Visit the Recreation and Athletic website for course dates, fees and locations. Participants will be required to pay by credit card or cash if registration is done in person, or pay by credit card if it is done over the telephone, in order to secure a spot in the workshop. Individuals can also schedule training through an external training provider.

Questions?

For questions regarding standard first aid training, please contact the Recreation and Athletics Centre at 416-979-5339 or recreation@torontomu.ca. 

For questions regarding the content or legislative requirement for first aid, please contact Environmental Health and Safety at or 416-979-5000, ext. 553770.