New York A09453 mandates employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid kits required by federal law.

New York A09453 amends the labor law to require employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid supplies mandated by federal law. This bill ensures that all employers, as defined, must have these life-saving drugs available for first aid or emergency treatment at the workplace. The commissioner of labor will work with the commissioner of health to establish regulations regarding the number of opioid antagonists needed, training for personnel, and other relevant matters. The bill takes effect immediately, with certain sections becoming effective one year after enactment.

New York A09453 mandates employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid kits required by federal law.

New York A09453 amends the labor law to require employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid supplies mandated by federal law. This bill ensures that all employers, as defined, must have these life-saving drugs available for first aid or emergency treatment at the workplace. The commissioner of labor will work with the commissioner of health to establish regulations regarding the number of opioid antagonists needed, training for personnel, and other relevant matters. The bill takes effect immediately, with certain sections becoming effective one year after enactment.