My first aid kit contains two types of equipment; Those that will be need in an emergency and go in addition to the emergency kit that I take, and preventive first aid kit that can be used to prevent more a more serious problem.
As an example, I generally carry around a SAM splint in my emergency first aid kit, as a way to immobilise any suspected broken limbs, however I will also carry around blister treatments such as moleskin to help prevent blisters and
Emergency First Aid Kit
First Aid Kit Pouch –
Surgical gloves
Sterile Gauze Swabs, assorted bandages, sterile gauze stips and medical tape Butterfly bandages, Blood-stopping gauze
Range of Splints – SAMS, Inflatable Leg, Ankle and Finger.
Gerber Suspension Multi-Tool
Preventative First Aid Kit
Blister Treatment, RockTape Blister Kit, Moleskin Blister Dressing
Antiseptic wipes, Antibacterial ointment
Anti-diarrheal pills, Antihistamine for allergic reactions
Rehydration salts
Personal Items to include – Sunscreen, Lip balm, Bug spray,
