Frequency of refresher training for first aid and CPR

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February 23, 2023

Mr. John A. Contino, MD
1101 Clover Hill Road
Wynnewood, PA 19096

Dear Dr. Contino:

Thank you for your letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) expressing support for annual CPR retraining and OSHA's previous guidance stated in CPL 2-2.53.

OSHA Instruction CPL 2-2.53, Guidelines for First Aid Training Programs.

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OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

August 21, 1997

 

 

Automated External Defibrillator training is not specifically required by the Permit-Required Confined Space standard; AEDs are not required first aid supplies.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

June 17, 2004

Alfred W. Keiss, MS, CFPS, CHST
Operations Manager
Med-Tex Services, Inc.
Post Office Box 240
Penns Park, Pennsylvania 18943

Dear Mr. Keiss: