British Standard Motor Vehicle First Aid Kit | Medium | Box (BS8599-2)

The best Vehicle First Aid Kit

High speeds, powerful machines, and unpredictable environments. Accidents on the road can often be more severe than in other situations. Equipping your car with a motor vehicle first aid kit will ensure you have all the right equipment for the most common injuries on the road. Our survival vehicle first aid kit is tailor-made to deal with the most common traffic-related injuries.

Major trauma injuries require specialist trauma dressings to stem heavy blood loss. Steroplast's British Standard vehicle first aid kits are equipped with these trauma dressings to help you save a life.

When it's a matter of life and death, you must be prepared to:

• Help a passenger in your car.
• Self-administer first aid if you are alone.
• Treat someone with life-threatening injuries.
• Keep giving first aid until paramedics arrive.
• Help a pedestrian or other driver in an accident.

Steroplast is the exclusive supplier to the British Red Cross and has been designing first aid kits for over 25 years. For vehicle first aid kits UK motorists and business owners trust, order from us.

Choose from a small or medium kit in a hard plastic box or a medium kit in a soft water-resistant bag.

Other Steroplast British Standard First Aid Kits

Our British Standard compliant first aid kit range extends well beyond first aid kits for vehicles. Browse our other BS first aid kits:

• BS8599-1 First Aid Kit
• BS8599-1 Off-Site Lone Worker First Aid Kit
• BS8599-1 Sterochef Catering First Aid Kit
• BS8599-1 Workplace First Aid Kit

First Aid Kits for cars and vans in three different sizes

A car first aid kit takes up hardly any space in your vehicle. Store it under your seat or in your boot, and you’ll barely even notice it’s there until you need it. 

British Standard recommends these kits for the following vehicle sizes and number of passengers. British Standard also advises that employers equip their staff with a medium-sized kit if they regularly drive as part of their job role. 

Our vehicle first aid kit comes in three different sizes, so you can pick the right one for your needs. The car first aid kit contents are also adapted for each size (see below).

• The small kit in a hard box
• The medium kit in a hard box
• The medium kit in a soft bag
• The large kit in a soft bag

Each hard box container is made from strong, waterproof plastic and protects your kit from being knocked or bashed by other objects in the vehicle. We recommend the box for first aid kits for work vans that regularly transport materials and hard objects. The soft bag option is a good first aid kit for cars and other vehicles like taxis that need to conserve space. The flexibility of the bag first aid kit means it’s adaptable and can be stored in many different places in the vehicle.  

The Vehicle First Aid Kit Contents

See below for a breakdown of our vehicle first aid kit list of contents and the number of items in the medium-sized kit.

First Aid Kits in Company Vehicles

Do any of your staff travel as part of their job? If they do, it’s the law for you to supply first aid kits for commercial vehicles as part of The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. It is your responsibility to keep your workforce safe with first aid kits in commercial vehicles and first aid kits for vans. People who travel as part of their job are also often exposed to more significant risks than those in static roles. Here are some examples:

• Mountain and park rangers.
• Vets and animal rescue professionals.
• Taxi drivers who are responsible for large groups of people.
• Tradespeople who transport tools and materials and carry out labour jobs on-site or at customers’ homes.

Your first aid risk assessment will determine your commercial vehicle first aid kit requirements and how many kits you need. Order van and truck first aid kits here to ensure your business complies with UK safety laws. Ordering a British Standard van first aid kit like ours means you know you’ll meet requirements for quality and safety. 

First Aid Kits for cars and private vehicles

Do I need a first aid kit in my car?

Keeping a car accident first aid kit in your private vehicle isn’t a requirement by law, but many motorists do it because it’s sensible and responsible. 

There are many situations in which a first aid kit could prevent severe and long-lasting damage and even save someone’s life. A first aid car kit isn’t just for when you or one of your passengers is injured. Consider these situations which could happen to anyone, including you:

• An accident in a remote place with little or no civilisation nearby.
• An accident that doesn’t involve you where someone needs help.
• An injury you sustain when driving alone and need to help yourself.

Company Car First Aid Kit legal requirements

If your company provides cars for private driving purposes, it’s good to supply staff first aid kits. 

We make British Standard first aid kits for cars UK drivers can rely on. Buy a first aid kit for your car today, and make sure you’re always prepared on the road. If you’re not sure whether you need a medium or small first aid kit for your car, or even if you need one, we can help. Contact us on 0161 902 3030. We’ll advise you on the best first aid kit for the car you drive. 

It's not just company vehicles that must be installed with first aid kits. Conduct a first aid risk assessment to determine your workplace requirements. This will define exactly which first aid supplies you need at your premises.

Our HSE first aid kit was made to meet HSE minimum requirements for a low risk workplace such as an office or shop. We also stock an eco-friendly version of this first aid kit.

Browse our other specialist first aid kits:

Eco-Friendly First Aid Kits

Our commitment to safety goes beyond the contents of the Vehicle First Aid Kit. We also prioritise environmental sustainability. That's why we offer the Eco-Friendly First Aid Kit, which combines the essential supplies of a traditional first aid kit with environmentally conscious materials. By choosing this eco kit, you contribute to a greener future while ensuring your safety on the road.

Vehicle First Aid Kits

Steroplast understands that different industries and situations have unique first aid requirements. For professionals in the transportation industry, our Taxi and PSV First Aid Kit is specifically tailored to address the challenges they may encounter on the job. This comprehensive kit provides the necessary supplies to handle emergencies and ensure the safety of drivers and passengers.

Specialised First Aid Kits

We also offer specialised kits designed for specific scenarios. Our School Trip Travel Kit is perfect for educational institutions and field trips, equipping you with the tools to address common injuries and ensure the well-being of students and staff. The HSE Catering First Aid Kit is specifically designed for catering environments, where prompt response and proper care are crucial in the event of an injury.

Sports First Aid Kits

Sports enthusiasts can benefit from our Hockey First Aid Kit, Medium Sports First Aid Kit, and Quick-Grab Classroom First Aid Kit, which are tailored to address the unique injuries and challenges associated with sports activities. Our P.E. Teacher First Aid Kit is designed to meet the needs of physical education instructors, ensuring they can provide prompt care to students during sports and exercise sessions.

Animal First Aid Kits

Steroplast recognises the importance of providing first aid care for animals as well. Our Stero-Vet Veterinary First Aid Kit is specifically designed to provide immediate care for animals in emergency situations. Additionally, our Stero-Paws Animal First Aid Kit is tailored to address the needs of pet owners, ensuring that you can provide prompt and effective care to your furry companions.

Comprehensive Range of First Aid Kits

No matter the setting, Steroplast has you covered. Our comprehensive range of first aid kits includes the HSE Lone Worker First Aid Kit, Bum Bag First Aid Kit, Sports Medical First Aid Kit, Childcare First Aid Kit, 70 Piece First Aid Kit, and the compact and convenient 40 Piece Fold Up First Aid Kit.

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