Minimum Suggested Contents — Low-Risk Workplace
The following items are suggested as minimum contents for a workplace first aid kit by the Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace (July 2019). These apply to low-risk environments like offices, retail, and call centres.
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Adhesive dressing strips (plasters) — assorted | 50 |
| Heavy wound dressing (pad and bandage) | 3 |
| Sterile non-adherent wound dressings — medium | 6 |
| Sterile non-adherent wound dressings — large | 3 |
| Conforming bandage — 5cm | 3 |
| Conforming bandage — 7.5cm | 3 |
| Crepe bandage — 10cm | 1 |
| Triangular bandage — 110cm | 2 |
| Wound closure strips (butterfly strips) | 1 pack |
| Safety pins — assorted | 6 |
| Scissors (stainless steel, blunt/sharp) | 1 |
| Tweezers (stainless steel) | 1 |
| Disposable nitrile gloves — pairs | 5 |
| Resuscitation face mask/shield | 1 |
| Antiseptic solution — 50ml | 1 |
| Saline eye wash — 15ml ampoules | 6 |
| Eye pad — sterile | 2 |
| Instant cold pack | 1 |
| Notepad and pencil | 1 |
| Plastic bags — snap lock (medium) | 2 |
| First aid guidance leaflet | 1 |
Additional Items for High-Risk Workplaces
Workplaces with higher injury risks (construction, manufacturing, agriculture, mining) should supplement the basic kit with:
- Burns dressings — sterile burns dressing or hydrogel, 10cm x 10cm (3+)
- Burns gel sachets — 3.5g sachets (5+)
- Emergency thermal blanket — foil rescue blanket
- Splints — SAM splint or equivalent for limb support
- Heavy crepe bandage — 15cm for pressure immobilisation
- Arterial tourniquet — for severe limb bleeding (if trained)
- Eye wash station — fixed station if chemical hazards present
- Snake bite bandage kit — pressure immobilisation bandages (for rural/outdoor workplaces)
- Additional quantities of all basic items proportional to team size
How Many Kits Do You Need?
The number of kits depends on your workplace size, layout, and risk level. As a general guide:
Every Workplace
All workplaces must have at least one first aid kit, regardless of size.
Multi-Level Buildings
Each floor or distinct work area should have its own kit for rapid access.
Mobile Workers
Workers travelling between sites should have a vehicle first aid kit.
Use our free calculator to get a personalised recommendation based on your worker count and risk level.
Kit Labelling & Accessibility
Your first aid kit must be:
- Clearly labelled — with a white cross on a green background (AS 1319)
- Easily accessible — not locked or obstructed, ideally within 2 minutes walk
- Appropriate size — a sturdy, waterproof container suited to the environment
- Maintained — regularly inspected and restocked (recommend quarterly)
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