First aid kits can be of all different sizes and customised to different areas. The more you have the more convenient and less stressful a situation can be. So why not have one in the kitchen, garage, one on each floor or even outside in the garden/pool shed.
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There’s no denying the importance of a first aid kit in the home. When a medical emergency happens, having what you need at hand to stop the bleeding or treat a burn is not only extremely convenient but in the best interests of your family’s health and safety. Ever considered DIY-ing a first aid kit? It’s more beneficial than you may think.
A standard first aid kit should contain several items to treat a range of home emergencies. Some sources list dozens of items and recommend your kit be kept in the bathroom. However it makes good sense to make additional first aid kits with the basics for your kitchen, garage and garden shed so you have the essential items you need as close as possible.
We’ll show you how you can create a convenient first aid kit for your home.
So, what should be in your first aid kit? Everyone’s needs are different, and if a member of your family has a certain medical condition or is more prone to certain incidents, you should customise it to suit. For example, if you have active kids that play a lot in the garden, or if this first aid kit is going to be in the kitchen, you should include extra adhesive bandages/strips (also called band-aids) for cuts.
So, what should be in your first aid kit? Everyone’s needs are different, and if a member of your family has a certain medical condition or is more prone to certain incidents, you should customise it to suit. For example, if you have active kids that play a lot in the garden, or if this first aid kit is going to be in the kitchen, you should include extra adhesive bandages/strips (also called band-aids) for cuts.
Items to include in the first aid kit:
- Adhesive bandages/strips (band-aids). A box of various sizes will be good for more situations, and consider a waterproof variety for the kitchen.
- Antiseptic wipes/liquid
- Pain relief medication. Be sure that medications are stored high up and out of reach of small hands.
- Small scissors.
- Disposable gloves. If you have a box of disposable gloves, keep a pair or two in your handy first aid kit inside a zip-lock bag.
- Gauze swabs.
- Cotton wool swabs.
- Tweezers.
- Safety pins.
- First aid booklet.
- List of items you have in your first aid kit.
- List of emergency contacts and addresses.
Once installed go through it every six or twelve months to check you have the right quantities. Be sure to check expiry dates and those sterile items haven’t opened or been damaged.