If a worker has their first aid treated, what category does it fall under?

When a worker receives first aid treatment, it is categorized as a non-recordable injury. This classification comes from regulations set by safety organizations, which state that minor injuries that require only first aid do not need to be documented on formal injury logs as recordable incidents. First aid treatments are typically considered minor and are not severe enough to impact the worker’s ability to perform their job or require more extensive medical care.

On the other hand, recordable injuries usually involve cases that require medical treatment beyond first aid or result in work restrictions, days away from work, or any significant health issues. Near misses refer to situations where an accident almost occurs but doesn’t result in actual injury. Serious injuries would encompass severe outcomes that require extensive medical intervention and often result in lost time. Thus, the classification of an injury as a non-recordable injury appropriately reflects the nature of the first aid treatment received.