New York S08770 mandates employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid kits where required by federal law.

New York S08770 amends the labor law to require employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid kits mandated by federal law. This bill ensures that first aid supplies readily available for injured employees include an opioid antagonist for emergency treatment. The commissioner is tasked with promulgating regulations addressing the appropriate number of opioid antagonists for workplaces based on size, training of personnel, and other relevant factors. The act takes effect immediately, with specific provisions taking effect one year after becoming law.

New York S08770 mandates employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid kits where required by federal law.

New York S08770 amends the labor law to require employers to include opioid antagonists in first aid kits mandated by federal law. This bill ensures that first aid supplies readily available for injured employees include an opioid antagonist for emergency treatment. The commissioner is tasked with promulgating regulations addressing the appropriate number of opioid antagonists for workplaces based on size, training of personnel, and other relevant factors. The act takes effect immediately, with specific provisions taking effect one year after becoming law.