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A first aid kit itself does not expire, but many of the medical supplies inside it do. Items like sterile dressings, antiseptics, medications, saline and gloves have manufacturer expiry dates that affect their safety and effectiveness. Regular inspections, timely replacement of expired items and proper storage are essential to keep the kit compliant, reliable and ready to use in an emergency.
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Jason Hitch
In this article, we take a look at the questions "Why is wound care important?" and "What happens when a wound doesn't heal?". We also discuss the importance of using the right wound dressing to ensure a smooth and timely recovery.
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Jason Hitch
LFA First Response is a Perth Metro and regional West Australian stockist of first aid room equipment suitable for use in school sports classes. We are a family owned and operated business that takes pride in offering expert, friendly and knowledgeable customer service.
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Jason Hitch
Patient transfer is an important process that needs to be conducted with care and precision. Having an appropriate ambulance stretcher will help you to reduce the risk of injuring a patient when raising and lowering the cot.
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Jason Hitch
First aid policies are in place in schools to ensure that students can feel safe and well when unexpected circumstances arise. In compliance with legal obligations, schools must have the necessary first aid facilities and treatment available to all people at the school.
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Jason Hitch
Approximately 34,000 Australians and New Zealanders suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrest every year. Only 1 in 10 will survive cardiac arrest and the chance of survival decreases by 10% every minute a defibrillator is not used.
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Jason Hitch