⚕️ MOHAP — UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention
MOHAP First Aid Requirements
UAE Federal Standards — All Emirates
The UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention (MOHAP) sets federal-level health and occupational safety standards that apply across all seven UAE emirates — supplementing Dubai Municipality and OSHAD local regulations. Understanding MOHAP requirements ensures full federal compliance.
MOHAP vs. Local Regulations
MOHAP (Federal)All 7 Emirates
Sets minimum federal standards for public health and medical device regulation. All first aid kit contents must use CE/ISO certified medical devices.
Dubai MunicipalityDubai Only
Implements DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17 — stricter than MOHAP minimums in some aspects.
OSHADAbu Dhabi Only
Risk-based framework layered on top of MOHAP federal requirements.
Other MunicipalitiesSharjah, RAK, etc.
Generally aligned with MOHAP standards, sometimes with local amendments.
MOHAP Key First Aid Requirements
All medical devices in first aid kits must be CE Marked or ISO 13485 certified
Workplaces must provide first aid facilities proportionate to headcount and risk
First aid equipment must meet UAE import and health product regulations
Employers have legal duty of care under UAE Labour Law (Federal Law 33/2021)
First aid records and incident reports must be maintained for MOHAP inspections
Arabic labeling required on all first aid kit components sold in UAE