How to put together a first aid kit for your car
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An emergency car kit is one of those things we donât think about until itâs too late. Whether itâs a break down in a dark and dingy spot, with no cell phone reception or going on a road trip and someone sustains minor injuries â itâs a good thing to always be prepared
Having free road assistance is not an excuse to gear down for the safety. The great thing about making your own first aid kit is that you can customise it to fit into your family. You should always have a first aid kit, fire extinguisher, jumper cables, flashlight, extra batteries, a multi-purpose utility tool, a tyre gauge, and gloves.
Today, we focus on creating the perfect first aid kit for your family. You will want to add medication specific to your familyâs needs. Here are the items will you need for your kit:
The items
3 small and one medium sized water-resistant container
A CPR mouthpiece Eye Drops Hydrogen Peroxide Ace Bandage Gauze (assorted) Medical Tape Adhesive Bandages (assorted) Disinfecting Wipes Hand Sanitizer
Thermometer Antibacterial Wipes Bug Bite Itch Relief Stick Latex Gloves
Medical gloves Tissues
Trash Bags Heat and/or Ice Pack
Labels
1 small child safe scissors - metal
Medication (assorted)
Triple Antibiotic Ointment
Antiseptic solution
Sunblock
Anti-diarrhoea medication
Put it together
The organisation is an important part of your first aid kit. Everything needs to be easily accessible. The 3 small containers will help separate your bandages, gauze, and medication. This also saves space in the kit.
When you are done packing the small stuff in the various containers, label each container and include the day you stocked the stuff.  Labelling the stock date will make it easier to rotate anything that is running low or has expired.
When you are done, add the small containers into the medium-sized container and fit into your boot in case of emergency. If you are unsure about medication contact ER24 and ask for medical advice or the pharmacy. It is also a wise idea to pack a safety blanket and a 5-litre water container if you have space in your boot. Â
















