29 CFR 1926.50 requires first aid-trained personnel on construction sites without an infirmary or hospital in near proximity. Illinois also requires OSHA 10 for all public works projects. We bring both trainings to your job site or office.
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joyce.vitalcare@gmail.comOSHA construction standards require first aid capability on every job site. Illinois adds OSHA 10 for public works. Here's what you need to stay compliant.
When no hospital or clinic is in near proximity, at least one person trained in first aid must be available at the job site. OSHA doesn't define "near proximity" precisely — most interpret it as 3-4 minutes response time.
Illinois requires OSHA 10-hour training for all workers on public works projects. This is separate from first aid/CPR but we offer both. OSHA 10 does not expire but is recommended to refresh every 5 years.
First Aid/CPR certifications renew every 2 years. OSHA 10 has no formal expiration but many general contractors require a card issued within the last 5 years.
OSHA can inspect any job site, triggered by complaints, accidents, or targeted industry campaigns. First aid violations are typically cited as serious violations with penalties starting at $16,131.
We train at your office, shop, or job site trailer. Before shift or during safety meetings — no need to send workers off-site and lose a day of production.
Many general contractors require subcontractors to provide proof of first aid training before allowing workers on site. Having current cards wins bids and avoids delays.
| Feature | Send Workers Off-Site | Online Only | The Pulse Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSHA-accepted | ✓ | ✗ No hands-on | ✓ |
| Zero production loss | ✗ Full day off site | ✓ | ✓ We come to you |
| Train during safety meeting | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Cost for 9 workers | $450–$630 | $180–$360 | $360 flat |
| Cards same day | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
Joyce brings 40+ years of nursing experience and 20+ years of CPR instruction to every job site training. She has trained construction crews, GCs, and union workers across the south suburbs — she understands the demands of physical labor environments and keeps training practical and fast.
AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED — the exact credential your GC or OSHA inspector needs to see.
OSHA's construction standard 29 CFR 1926.50 requires that "in the absence of an infirmary, clinic, hospital, or physician that is reasonably accessible in terms of time and distance," at least one person trained in first aid must be present on every job site. On large sites or sites more than 3–4 minutes from emergency services, multiple trained responders are required.
Illinois Public Works OSHA 10: Illinois law (820 ILCS 270) requires all workers on state-funded public works projects to have completed OSHA 10-hour training. Many GCs extend this requirement to include current First Aid/CPR certification as a condition of employment. A lapsed card can pull a worker off a bid-eligible project.
Documentation matters: OSHA inspectors may ask to see employee training records, including certification expiration dates. AHA Heartsaver cards are the industry-accepted credential. Cards expire every two years — set a calendar reminder or let us send your crew a renewal reminder.
Subcontractor risk: GCs are liable for subcontractor OSHA violations under multi-employer worksite rules. If a sub's crew is untrained and an incident occurs, the GC may share citation liability. Training your whole site — not just your direct employees — is risk management, not just compliance.
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