Comprehensive first aid supply

Which of our discount first aid supply items should be included in a first aid kit? Your particular situation will determine the specifics of the type of first aid and wound care you should keep on hand, but the following items should be included in every emergency kit:

• pain relievers--a few different types for those who are allergic to or otherwise unable to use aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen
• bandages--several different sizes, for small cuts and larger wounds
• scissors and tweezers--to cut gauze and tape from your first aid supply and to remove glass, metal, and wood splinters
• gauze pads and rolls--for covering and wrapping larger wounds or areas where bandages are impractical
• alcohol swabs--to clean cuts and scrapes before dressing them
• medical gloves--for use whenever treating open wounds to avoid infection and the transfer of blood
• elastic bandage--to control swelling and provide support for minor sprains
  

All businesses, schools, and recreational facilities should have a conveniently accessed and well-organized first aid supply on hand. This is particularly important for restaurant kitchens, school science labs, and factory environments. Professional kitchens should always have an ample supply of benzocaine spray or gel for minor burn relief, antiseptic towelettes and swabs for cleaning minor cuts, and knuckle and fingertip bandages for covering cuts on the hand from knives and other sharp utensils. In addition to standard first aid and wound care, science labs should carry eye and skin wash for quickly removing chemicals that can cause serious burns. Blue metal detectable bandages are a must for food processing plants and other environments with specialized needs. Not only can these cloth bandages be easily detected if lost, they are made with super-strong adhesives so they will stay put while resisting water, oil, grease, and dirt.