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HRS §396-15

First aid workers protected from lawsuits

An employee who must be trained and certified in first aid under these rules is not personally responsible for civil damages from giving first aid, unless the damage comes from gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing.

employees

The statute, as written — Exception to liability

Any employee who is required by the regulations under this chapter to be trained and certified in first aid, and consequently renders first aid care as provided by this chapter, shall not be liable for any civil damages resulting from the employee's acts or omissions, except for such damages as may result from the employee's gross negligence or wanton acts or omissions.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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