What Should Be in a First Aid Kit? Forestry and landscaping work come with their fair share of risks and hazards. From operating heavy machinery and navigating rough terrain to the possibility of falling branches, the dangers can be unpredictable and potentially severe. Having a well-stocked first aid kit can be a lifesaver in these high-stakes situations. When you have the right first aid supplies, you can manage minor injuries and handle more severe incidents while waiting for professional help. In this guide, we’ll explore the essentials every forestry professional should have in their first aid kit.
What Should Be in a First Aid Kit? Bleed Control
Even a nick that’s left untreated can lead to hospitalisation — or even death. The Forestry First Aid Bag is a durable and practical bag designed specifically for forestry professionals, making it easy to carry all your first aid essentials. Included are plasters, gauze and scissors, bandages, disposable gloves, and antiseptic sprays to ensure that small cuts don’t become serious.
While plasters and adhesive bandages cover minor cuts to blisters, a bleed control kit is essential for professionals who are at risk of severe arterial bleeding. This contains life-saving equipment to stop or slow serious bleeding while you seek medical intervention. Included in the kit are the Stein SWAT-T Rescue Orange Tourniquet, an indispensable addition to any forestry professional’s first aid kit. As a primary and back-up tourniquet, this versatile device can make all the difference in an emergency involving severe bleeding. The SWAT-T uses a stretch, wrap, and tuck design, allowing for rapid application and effective compression. It can also be used to secure a splint or as a pressure dressing. In the unpredictable world of forestry work, having a reliable and easy-to-use tourniquet like the Stein SWAT-T Rescue Orange Tourniquet can be crucial in saving lives and preventing further harm. For more extensive wounds or burns, having sterile dressings and gauze available can make all the difference in preventing infection and controlling bleeding. The bleed control kit contains WOUNDCLOT hemostatic gauze and an emergency haemorrhage control bandage.
Kit Maintenance
Regularly check your first aid kit’s contents, whether it’s your own equipment or a Stein BSI First Aid Kit. Replace any used, damaged or expired supplies. Keep your equipment easily accessible in your work area, so it’s ready when needed. Remember that every forestry professional’s needs may differ, so consider tailoring your first aid kit to suit the specific risks and hazards you encounter in your line of work.
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