| Best First Aid Kits 202319 January 2023 | Amelia Whether you're an employer, sports coach or HGV driver, it's your legal obligation to ensure your environment is equipped with the correct tools to administer treatment for injuries during emergencies. Not only can having first aid kit create a sense of security amongst your students or employees, it can also be life-saving!
The first aid kit you need may depend on your industry or environment, and with so many great choices, it can be hard to choose the one for you. For that reason, we've put together a list of our Best First Aid Kits, categorising them by use to make your decision-making process much easier! What Does This Guide Cover?
What Should Be In Your First Aid Kit?What should be in your first aid kit depends generally on what business you are in. If you are a member of a sports team, using bandages and cold therapy is probably a good idea, however if you work in catering you're better off focusing on plasters and burn relief. The NHS generally advises that first aid kits should include:
Best First Aid Kit for General Use and HomeOur Winner: Cederroth Wound Care Dispenser
✔ Features a wall-mountable construction for easy accessibility and visibility Ideal For... ✔ Managing minor injuries such as cuts, abrasions and sprains Not the Best For... ✘ More serious incidents (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: Supplied with over 100 essential first aid items, the Cederroth Wound Care Dispenser enables users to administer treatment for minor injuries with ease. Its wall-mountable construction increases its visibility in the house, and enables quick access to supplies when accidents occur. With a lockable, pilfer-proof design, parents can restock and manage the outgoings of supplies to contribute to a significant reduction in waste! Best First Aid Kit for CateringOur Winner: Evolution British Standard Compliant Complete First Aid Point (Large)
✔ Stocked with supplies to treat general and specific injuries such as burns and eye injuries Ideal For... ✔ Food handling environments for optimal safety and quick responses in emergencies Not the Best For... ✘Smaller businesses (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Food handling environments are inevitably high risk, and so having a station such as the Evolution British Standard Complete First Aid Point readily available can quicken response times during emergencies. Its wall-mountable construction provides your kitchens and restaurants with a designated first aid space, with a photoluminescent bracket that ensures it remains visible at all times. This station also provides users with the means to treat industry-specific injuries such as burns, and ensures areas such as kitchens and restaurant floors remain contamination free with a comprehensive biohazard kit to dispose of any body fluid spillages such as blood and vomit. Best First Aid Kit for VehiclesOur Winner: Evolution Truck First Aid Kit
✔ Supplied in durable, compact case for convenient storage inside vehicles Ideal For... ✔ HGVs, delivery drivers and medical vehicles Not the Best For... ✘ Casualties with serious blood loss (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Compact enough to be stored comfortably in your glove compartments or under the seat, the Evolution Truck First Aid Kit is an essential investment for all lorry, truck and HGV drivers. Injuries in transit can be quite serious, and this accommodates for that with over 50 first aid supplies, including a foil blanket to help casualties recovering from shock. Should you need to administer first aid for yourself or someone else whilst waiting for emergency services, this kit is supplied with a straightforward guidance leaflet. Best First Aid Kit for SchoolsOur Winner: Evolution Wall-Mounted First Aid Kit Station (Large)
✔ Back board features illustrated first aid instructions for untrained responders Ideal For... ✔ School corridors, classrooms and medical rooms Not the Best For... ✘ Sports teams (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Featuring a large, colourful display and a variety of injury treatment options, the Evolution Wall-Mounted First Aid Kit Station (Large) is suitable for treating a wide cohort of students. As well as it's accessible wall-mountable construction, students and teachers are able to locate qualified first aiders on site during emergencies through the A5 frame that provides space to write the name and location of up to four first aiders. From plasters and wipes to face shields and foil blankets, this station has the means to assist in all incidents, whether minor or major. Best First Aid Kit for the WorkplaceOur Winner: Safety First Aid HSE Wall Mounted Workplace Kit (Large)
✔ Supplied with 160 first aid supplies to treat a wide range of injuries Ideal For... ✔ All workplaces Not the Best For... ✘ Smaller workplaces (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: The Safety First Aid HSE Wall Mounted Workplace Kit helps employers foster an environment that prioritises the wellbeing of its employees. Its versatile design means this kit can be portable for quick use on the go or mounted to your walls for enhanced visibility and easy access to supplies. With over 150 first aid items, employers are able to treat and record a wide range of injuries, from minor cuts and bruises to sprained joints and eye injuries. Best First Aid Kit for Sports TeamsOur Winner: Safety First Aid Sports First Aid Kit
✔ Designed to treat common sports related injuries Ideal For... ✔ Coaches, referees, physios and all sports facilities Not the Best For... ✘ Cleaning and disposing of body fluids (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Whether at a training session or a big competition, it's crucial to have the means to respond rapidly to sports related injuries. The Safety First Aid Sports First Aid Kit includes over 50 comprehensive first aid supplies to treat a wide range of injuries, whether minor or life-threatening. Supplied with a waterproof, compact nylon bag, this bag is easily transportable for away games, use during training sessions, and items can be managed and stored away safely when not in use. Be on the Right Side of the LawChoosing a first aid kit for your business, school, or place of public congregation, ensures you're in full compliance with the law. If you want to browse more first aid kits, please view the following categories:
Alternatively, you can browse our First Aid Equipment page for acid and burns treatment, bandages, plasters, ice packs, blankets, scissors and more, while our First Aid Kit Refill Materials page enables you to restock your existing first aid kit. Do you have anything to add? Let us know in the comments, or find us on Twitter and Facebook! |
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