The importance of First-aid skills
At NESTA Furniture Manufacturing Plant, equipping employees with essential first-aid knowledge and skills for handling common workplace incidents is not just a requirement—it’s a safety shield for every individual and the entire team. NESTA believes that a professional workforce is not only defined by expertise but also by the ability to proactively protect themselves and support colleagues when emergencies occur. Because just one unaddressed incident can lead to serious consequences, affecting health, productivity, and overall work quality.
Regular training and widespread awareness of first-aid skills empower NESTA employees to stay calm, respond appropriately, minimize risks, uphold team spirit, and maintain a safe and effective work environment.
Key first-aid skills for common situations include:
Key first-aid skills for common situations
Treating cuts and bleeding
Causes: Box cutters, wood-cutting machinery, or sharp objects during operations.
*Source: Hoan My Da Nang Hospital
Managing bone and joint injuries
Causes: Lifting heavy items, slipping, or colliding with machinery or equipment.
*Source: Wellbeing
First aid for burns (chemicals, hot surfaces)
Causes: Contact with adhesives, paint, cleaning chemicals, boiling water, or hot machine surfaces.
*Source: Wellbeing
Electric shock response
Causes: Exposed wiring, electrical outlets, or faulty power lines.
*Source: HN1 HD Chanel
Handling airway obstruction
Causes: Sawdust, wood shavings, or foreign objects entering the eyes, nose, or throat during production.
*Source: Hoan My Da Nang Hospital
Fire & explosion response
Causes: Equipment failure, electrical short circuits, fire outbreaks, or toxic smoke.
*Source: Viet Thien Long
With the goal of building a safe, professional, and responsible work environment, NESTA prioritizes regular first-aid training for all employees. Understanding, practicing correctly, and being ready to support each other during emergencies is how every individual contributes to safeguarding themselves and their teammates. A safe workforce is the foundation for creating high-quality furniture that meets and exceeds expectations on every project.
