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FA22 - Vehicle Kit 8 - Portwest
Portwest Vehicle Kit 8 - Portwest FA22
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FA10 - Workplace First Aid Kit 25 - PortwestFA10 - Workplace First Aid Kit 25 - Portwest
Portwest Workplace First Aid Kit 25 - Portwest FA10
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What belongs in it?

The basics are a stocked first aid kit with sterile compresses, quick bandages, plasters, scissors and gloves. Where chemicals or dust are involved, add an eyewash station, and in areas with cutting risk, extra pressure bandages. The Working Conditions Act doesn't prescribe a fixed contents list: your risk assessment determines what's needed.

Checking and restocking

A first aid kit no one checks is half empty and partly expired within a few years. Put an annual check on the calendar, note the earliest expiry date on the outside, and restock immediately after each use. Refills can be ordered separately, so you don't have to replace the whole kit.

Frequently asked questions

Which first aid kit fits my company?

That follows from your risk assessment. An office is fine with a basic kit, a workshop with cutting and abrasion risk needs more dressings, and where chemicals are used an eyewash station is essential. For vans and outdoor crews, a compact kit or bag per vehicle is most practical.

How long does eyewash fluid last?

Unopened bottles of sterile saline solution typically last two to three years; the date is on the bottle. Discard an opened bottle after use, even if fluid remains. Note the earliest expiry date on the outside of the kit so you can see at a glance when to replace it.

Is a first-aid kit mandatory in the workplace?

Yes, under the Dutch Working Conditions Act (Arbowet), every employer must ensure that first aid can be provided. A fixed content is not prescribed by law; it follows from the risk inventory and evaluation. In practice, this means at least a well-stocked first-aid kit in an accessible place and people who know how to use it.

Do I need a first-aid kit in the company vehicle?

Yes, this is advisable for anyone who works on the road or on location, such as fitters and installers. At a customer's site or along the road, there is not always a first-aid kit nearby. A compact vehicle kit takes up little space and contains the most important dressing material to treat minor wounds immediately.

Is a first-aid kit enough for serious injury?

No, a first-aid kit is intended for first aid for minor injuries and to care for a victim until professional help arrives. For serious injury, call 112 immediately and alert the company emergency response officer or first aider. Make sure everyone knows who they are and how to reach them.

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