The PIVOT First Aid facility was observed without required compliance of safety/ regulatory requirements-  The First Aid station is not properly identified with appropriate signage.  The MSDS or the first aid information of the hazardous substances used in the workplace are not available to the nurse.  The medical waste disposal arrangements are not in place and the waste transmittal notes were not evident. The first aid kits were not available for the locations such as ECC/ CRT, which are far away from the designated first aid station. There was no inspection for the first aid kits provided in the first aid station and site office (lay down) and the contents were not replenished or the minimum required item were not maintained.  The risk assessment for the first aid station was not carried out and a seperation wall constructed of combustible material was observed in the first aid station and fire protection arrangements such as fire extinguisher, fire detector etc. were not in place.  CMA advised PIVOT for their corrective actions to ensure compliance with regulatory and site requirements.
Hazard category: Health