Best First Aid Kits to Use in Emergency Situations in the UK

With users' convenience in mind, the manufacturer has designed this first aid bag with many pockets to store all required medical equipment easy and always at hand. This Pulox model has two detachable compartments in the top cover of the bag and four spacious sections inside the bag. You can arrange these interior compartments for effortless use and according to the requirements and application area. There are also two small zipped pockets on each side of the bag and one large pocket at its front. Plus, the bag comes with a removable long carrying strap, so you can free your hands just hanging the bag over your shoulder, or carry it in your hand with short handles with Velcro closure. Moreover, due to an eye-catching red design and reflectors, you can be sure that the bag will be visible enough even at night.

In case you just need a few items and don't want to carry the whole bag, you can always detach the cover pockets and use them independently. You could just put some pills and bandages into them when going hiking, for example. Therefore, your backpack won't be overloaded, and at the same time, you will get everything you might need for the basic first aid treatment in case of emergency.

On the back of manifold emergency equipment that comes in the bag, you will find one more useful item - the PULOX PO-100. It is a finger pulse oximeter that accurately measures pulse rate and the percentage of oxygen in the blood. It is a user-friendly device with a clear LED display and auto shut-off after 8 seconds of no use. All you need to do to measure the oxygen in your blood is clip it on your fingertip. The pulse oximeter comes with a detailed manual, 2 pc. batteries, a storage box, a nylon pouch, a protective case, and a lanyard for more convenient carrying. Such a device will be mainly helpful for people who suffer from COPD, asthma, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), and other similar conditions.

We hope you won't ever need to use your first aid kit, however, it is always better to have some medical equipment in case the necessity occurs. Bandages, plasters, or first aid dressings are not the only things you might need. It is also essential to have some medications for different occasions. For example, if you or some of your family members or friends suffer from allergies, then having some antihistamines won't be a waste of space. The same is with painkillers. You can use aspirin, ibuprofen, or acetaminophen to relieve pain and bring down the fever. However, read the instructions carefully before you take these pills or give them to someone, and make sure the person isn't allergic to them.

When you travel by car over long distances, or even for daily routines such as to work or supermarket, the first aid kit is not the only important thing to keep in a car. The list of useful items can be quite long and will vary with a driver. However, there are things that will be of great value in any car. For example, a portable jump starter and air compressor may help you out if your car breaks down all of a sudden. The jump starter will help you start your car, the compressor, on the other hand, will be very useful when you need to re-inflate your tyres. A waistcoat made of light-reflecting materials is another must-have for you in a car. It can help you prevent dangerous situation at the side of the road and avoid fines in some countries.

We can't leave without attention the fact that this kit is organised pretty well. It has several compartments with extra space so that you could add some medicines when the need be. Therefore, you can organise all the contents the way it is more convenient and include the items that are essential for you. There are two main compartments inside the bag: mesh pocket and zipped waterproof pouch. The former is good for a cold compress, plasters, etc. In the zipped compartment, on the other hand, you can store pills, sterile gloves, and other medical items that require safer storage. Plus, with user's safety and convenience in mind, the manufacturer has added an organizer with small pockets for tweezers, scissors, and other pointed tools.

In spite of its quite spacious design, this bag is compact enough to take it almost anywhere you go. It has two perdurable handles and is made of hard nylon. Therefore, the bag will serve you well for many years to come. Besides, the outer case is water resistant that allows to use it not only at home or in the office but also outside whilst hiking, camping, or backpacking.

Everyone knows that cold can relieve pain and limit bruising. It can also decrease inflammation, swelling, and help stop the bleeding. You can use an ice compress to restrict blood circulation and keep the pain down. So every time you go cycling or for a long walk in the woods don't forget to take an ice compress with you, just in case. However, take note that in order to avoid deterioration it is better not to apply ice directly to the skin, hold it on one area for too long, or compress very severe injuries.

Not only has the JFA Medical enough supplements to treat various injuries, it also has a quite durable box. Being made of plastic, this sturdy container guarantees that all the medicines, bandages, plasters, and other items will be safe in it. Plus, thanks to a built-in handle the box is very convenient to carry, and it won't break quickly. Without a doubt, this rescue case from JFA is a pretty reliable complement.

This British Standard BS8599-1 Compliant kit will be suitable for most situations that may occur at a workplace with up to 100 employees. Therefore, you can be sure that in case of emergency you or a competent person will be able to render first aid to the injured. Moreover, with a certified kit at your office, you won't be fined for scrimping on safety measures.

Without a doubt, knowing how to treat wounds properly whether they are serious or not is essential to prevent worsening. There are some conventional rules we'd like to share with you.

1. Clean your hands before debriding a wound and use sterile gloves. This will help avoid infection.
2. Put some pressure on a cut to stop bleeding. You can use a clean bandage or cloth for this. By the way, if you have injured your arm, finger, or leg, you can raise them above your heart. Such movement can also help slow bleeding.
3. Irrigate your wound with clean water to remove dirt from it. Use sterilized tweezers to remove foreign particles if the need be.
4. Daub an antibiotic cream on your cut to protect it from infection after you stop the bleeding. Do not use alcohol or hydrogen peroxide since they can harm the tissues.
5. Cover the wound with the bandage and change it every day. This way, you will monitor the wound healing.

This set comes with a semi-hard case which is available in two colours (green and red). There is a white cross on the front of it that stands out a mile hence you won't confuse it with anything else. The case has a zip and opens like a book for quick and convenient access to all the contents. Besides, there are clear pockets inside the case that let you see everything right away once you open it. There is also some extra space in the pockets so that you could add some essentials of your own.

The manufacturer has equipped this set with a small booklet on First Aid Tips with detailed instructions. So don't panic if you don't know how to treat a certain wound or injury, for thanks to this guide, you can always check on how to give proper help to an injured person.

If you are a mountaineer or like hiking, you will like this MediSpor set. Although it holds so many required medical items, the case is super compact and will fit almost any marching pack. The manufacturer has also added a carabiner to one side of the case. So if you don't have enough space for your first aid kit in your backpack, you won't have to leave it at home, just clip the set to the outside of your rucksack or belt with a carabiner and feel safer anywhere you go.