What is first aid kit? A first aid kit is a collection of supplies and equipment for use in giving first aid, particularly in a medical emergency. First aid kit should be organised, properly stocked and available at all times. It’s a good idea to keep a range of first aid kits handy, for example in the home, in the car and at work.
These are the basic things that a first aid kit should have :
- triangular bandages
- crepe bandages
- gauze dressings
- elastic bandages
- plasters
- disposable gloves
- adhesive plasters/tapes
- sterilized forceps
- sterilized scissors
- sterilized kidney plates
- Dettol
- antiseptic cream
- deep heat rubbing cream
- EyeMo ( eye cleanser )
- water
- pencil and notepad
- safety pin
- torchlight
