We often get asked on our training courses what items should be included in First Aid kits in the workplace. The HSE have published guidance on what should be included, however it is important to note that this is guidance only.
Suggested Contents:
20 individually wrapped sterile adhesive dressings of assorted sizes (plasters)two sterile eye padsfour individually wrapped triangular bandagessix safety pinssix medium sized (approximately 12cm x 12cm) individually wrapped sterile wound dressingstwo large (approximately 18cm x 18cm) sterile individually wrapped sterile wound dressingsone pair of disposable glovesa leaflet giving general guidance on first aid
Other items that could be included:
CPR face shield/maskTweezersTissuesSterile eye wash solutionScissors
Items that should definitely not be included:
pain killers ie: paracetemol, ibuprofen etc...any other form of medication or drugslotions and creams eg savlon, TCP etc...