First Aid Kits

Repco stock the best first aid kits for cars and 4wds at the right price

Having a first aid kit in your car is essential for ensuring safety during travel. Accidents and emergencies can happen at any time, and being prepared can make a significant difference. Repco stock a huge array of comprehensive car first aid kits from FastAid and Trafalgar to keep you and your family safe. Don't be left short when time is critical and a well stocked first aid kit is within easy reach.

A car first aid kit provides immediate access to necessary medical supplies, allowing you to address minor injuries and stabilize more serious conditions until professional help arrives. This preparedness can help reduce the severity of injuries and, in some cases, save lives.

Additionally, car first aid kits can be useful for everyday situations, such as treating cuts, scrapes, or insect bites while on a road trip or outdoor adventure. It is a small investment that offers peace of mind and enhances your ability to respond effectively in unexpected situations.

What Should Be in your basic Car First Aid Kit?

While no means all encompassing, the below list comprises a good selection of basics that should be part of the first aid kit in your vehicle.

• Adhesive Bandages: Various sizes for covering small cuts and abrasions.
• Sterile Gauze Pads: For dressing larger wounds.
• Adhesive Tape: To secure bandages and gauze pads.
• Antiseptic Wipes: For cleaning wounds to prevent infection.
• Antibiotic Ointment: To apply on cuts and scrapes.
• Scissors: For cutting tape, gauze, or clothing if necessary.
• Tweezers: For removing splinters or debris from wounds.
• Instant Cold Pack: To reduce swelling from injuries.
• Elastic Bandage: For wrapping sprains or strains.
• Disposable Gloves: To maintain hygiene while treating injuries.
• First Aid Manual: A guide to help you administer first aid correctly.
• Pain Relievers: Such as ibuprofen or paracetamol for pain relief.
• Emergency Contact Information: Including local emergency numbers and personal contacts.

Regularly check your first aid kit to ensure that all items are stocked and have not expired. Tailor your kit to meet the specific needs of your family, considering any personal medical conditions or allergies. Being prepared with a well-stocked car first aid kit can provide confidence and security on the road.

Repco stock not just the best in first aid kits but can provide a suitable car fire extinguisher or even a Personal Locator Beacon for when you are going off grid.