What belongs in a First Aid Kit?

Part of being a good first aider is for candidates to be prepared with full and well stocked first aid kit. When candidates take first aid courses they learn to use a variety of different first aid equipment. Without the proper equipment their ability to help will be severely hampered. It is important, that after candidates, after taking first aid courses, be aware of where the first aid kit is and when to re-stock with the proper equipment. First aid kits should also be easily accessible, well organized, water resistant, clearly labelled and in a bright-coloured container. It is important to note that prior to making, purchasing or obtaining a first aid kit to check with local guidelines and legislation for area-specific equipment required.

For more information about how to apply the equipment and materials found in a first aid kit take a first aid course in your location. We are partnered with a number of first aid providers throughout Canada. These providers are located in Surrey, Vancouver, Calgary, Regina, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Ottawa, Kelowna, and Winnipeg.

First aid equipment can be divided into three groups:

• Basic – items that need to be readily available.
• Advanced – items that are necessary if emergency medical services is not available.
• Extra’s – items that are useful but not necessities.