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My church is just starting up a safety/security group. One of the topics is being ready for injuries. My question is, what is really necessary, and needful, to have on hand for all types of injuries? From splinters and minor cuts (think kids horsing around) to elderly person falling in the icy parking lot, all the way thru and active shooter scene.
What I call basic first aid - Band-Aids, bandages, gauze pads, slings, antibacterials, etc - is easy enough. What more should be included? This is going to be used be general purpose people, not first responder types. Yes, the basic and advanced Red Cross courses will be given, and there are a variety of nurses in the congregation, just not as active team members. Some have asked about tourniquets, but nobody knows what type to get.
Is there a pre-made kit I could purchase? Would probably want 5 such kits, so price is a factor.
Any and all advice about such a kit will be greatly appreciated!
What I call basic first aid - Band-Aids, bandages, gauze pads, slings, antibacterials, etc - is easy enough. What more should be included? This is going to be used be general purpose people, not first responder types. Yes, the basic and advanced Red Cross courses will be given, and there are a variety of nurses in the congregation, just not as active team members. Some have asked about tourniquets, but nobody knows what type to get.
Is there a pre-made kit I could purchase? Would probably want 5 such kits, so price is a factor.
Any and all advice about such a kit will be greatly appreciated!