Dubai Municipality First Aid Requirements
Complete DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17 Compliance Guide
Everything you need to know about Dubai Municipality first aid regulations — requirements, kit contents, inspection checklist, and how to stay fine-free during DM HSE audits.
Dubai Municipality Requirements at a Glance
Minimum 1 first aid box per 150 employees
Source: DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17, Section 4.1
Kit must be wall-mounted in an accessible, visible location
Source: DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17, Section 4.2
Contents must not be expired — regular inspection required
Source: DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17, Section 4.4
High-risk workplaces require additional advanced items
Source: DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17, Section 5.1
First aid manual must be available in English and Arabic
Source: DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17, Section 4.3
DM Inspection Checklist
Note: DM inspectors may check for kit completeness during facility inspections. Missing or expired items can result in corrective action notices.
Dubai Municipality First Aid FAQs
What does Dubai Municipality require for first aid kits?
Dubai Municipality requires all businesses to maintain at minimum 1 first aid box per 150 employees, stocked per the DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17 standard. The kit must be wall-mounted, accessible, and regularly maintained. High-risk workplaces require more advanced kits.
What is the penalty for not having a first aid kit in Dubai?
Non-compliance with Dubai Municipality health and safety regulations can result in fines, improvement notices, and in repeated cases, temporary closure of business premises. The exact fine amount varies by violation severity and establishment type.
What items must a Dubai Municipality first aid kit contain?
Per DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17, a compliant Dubai first aid kit must include: adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, elastic bandages, disposable gloves, a CPR face shield, scissors, tweezers, and a first aid instruction manual in English and Arabic.
