4 Places To Keep a First Aid Kit
At Home: Having a first aid kit at home is absolutely essential, especially if you have small children. Keep a kit stocked with items that treat cuts, scrapes, and burns within easy access in your home. Store your kit in a dry place out of reach of children. Consider keeping a kit in the kitchen to quickly deal with cooking cuts and burns. Make sure everyone in your family knows where you keep your kit and what to do if an emergency happens.
At Work: Keep a kit nearby at work to deal with accidents or injuries. Your workplace may already have a first aid kit available. Make sure you know where it is and what is in it. Keeping a personal kit at your desk or in a locker can help cover any gaps that your workplace kit may have. Let your coworkers know the kit is available in case of emergency.
In Your Car: Unfortunately, accidents can and do happen while on the road. Keeping a first aid kit in your car or truck ensures that you can respond quickly if needed. Stock your kit with standard first aid supplies. Be sure to include medications that treat stomach issues as these are likely to happen on the road. Keep your first aid kit in the back seat or trunk of your car, and consider keeping an emergency blanket and flashlight in the same area in case of nighttime or cold weather breakdowns.
In Your Luggage or Backpack: Whether you're catching a business flight or backpacking in the wilderness, it's important to be prepared for emergencies. Keep a travel first aid kit on hand that reflects the hazards of where you plan to visit. If you're traveling to a well populated area, a small kit that covers basic injuries should be sufficient. If you're hiking, boating, or biking in a remote location, pack a larger kit that covers a wider variety of emergencies.
A first aid kit is only useful if it's there when you need it, so don't hesitate to keep several on hand in different locations. Be prepared and stay safe!
