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# First aid kit

A first aid kit is an essential item for the home, workplace and vehicles. Check the contents of your kit regularly, and ensure that: . items have been cleaned . packets are properly sealed . items have not exceeded expiry dates . previously used items have been replaced.-

Basic first aid kit items . non-stick wound dressings

. adhesive strips (e.g. Bandaids)

. combine & eye pads

. gauze swabs

. alcohol & antiseptic swabs

. triangular bandages

. crepe bandages

. disposable hand towels

. stainless steel scissors

. blunt-nosed shears

. saline solution

. safety pins

. plastic bags

. stainless steel tweezers

. thermo/shock blanket

. notepad & pencil

. disposable nitrile gloves

. bite & itch relief gel

. cold pack (disposable)

. CPR protection mask.

Additional products: . antiseptic cream

. laxatives

. analgesic tablets

. allergy preparations

. anti-nausea preparations

. anti-diarrhoea preparations

. sunscreen, sunburn-relief

. ear ache drops

. eye drops

. cotton buds

. finger stalls

. medicine measuring cup

. thermometer

. a blue asthma inhaler (if permitted).

shop.stjohn.org.au All kit contents can be purchased from the St John online shop. Or call 1300 956 625 for kit content advice or restocking.

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