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Sports first aid kit essentials for eye injuries
As a player of any sport, it’s likely that you’ve experienced or seen an eye injury. There are tens of thousands a year, with a staggering 90% beli...
First aid at work - 5 items every workplace needs
With the return to working life and school on the horizon, the importance of having first aid protection has never been greater.
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Defibrillators and accessories you need to help save lives
A cardiac arrest can happen to someone at any time so whether it’s in the workplace, at school, a train station or a shopping centre, it’s importan...
First aid kit items for treating different types of burn injuries
Burns are a common injury, especially in the household, that needs to be treated quickly and correctly in order to limit damage to the skin. Most p...
The difference between new and old BSI first aid kit standards
The standards set out for first aid kits are curated by the British Standards Institute (BSI). The body publishes new and updated standards on a re...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for home use
The importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is often associated more closely with workplaces and the legislation that comes with it.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) explained and where it is used
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for ensuring adequate levels of health and safety, not just in hazardous workplace environments, ...
Family Safety Week: A guide to first aid at home
Family Safety Week is a timely reminder of the safety precautions we can all take in our own homes.
The importance of having a first aid kit to...
Essential Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) items for infection control
It’s that time of year when winter colds and viruses pose a heightened risk to our health. The current spread of Coronavirus is a global concern a...
What you need to know about defibrillators and AEDs
What is a defibrillator? Are defibrillators and AEDs the same thing? These are common questions that derive from a general misunderstanding on one...
Defibrillators for schools and the options available
It’s a common misconception that heart attacks and cardiac arrest are conditions that only affect older adults.
The reality is that people of al...
A guide to HSE Compliance and what your workplace first aid kit needs
HSE (Health and Safety Executive) guidelines state that employers are required to ensure their employees receive immediate help when taken ill or ...
