First Aiders

As the words imply, "First Aid" is the first assistance given to an injured person; it cannot take the place of skilled medical attention. For any major event, i.e. chest pain, respiratory distress or unexplained collapse, first call an ambulance, then your nearest first aider and then Student Health.

• Ambulance: 0 – 000
• University Emergency :
  • Parkville:
    • 8344 6666 or x46666 or Freecall 1800 246 066
    • Health Service: 8344 6904 or x46904*
  • Burnley: 5833 9200
  • Creswick: 333
  • Dookie: 5833 9200
  • VCA: 9685 9311 

  *The Health Service provides General Practitioner and nursing services during the hours 8.45 am to 5.00 pm.

Reporting

Report all safety incidents and injuries via the incident report form at http://www.pb.unimelb.edu.au/ehs/ehs/incidentreporting/

First Aid Kits

First aid kits are available in all departments. All members of the University are asked to make themselves familiar with their local first aid officer and the contents of the kits closest to their place of work. These kits are not intended for the treatment of your ailments. Always wash your hands before treating burns, wounds or eye injuries. Further information is available in the First Aid Procedure in the Environment, Health & Safety Manual.