Collection: Day Care & School First Aid Kits

What should go in a first aid kit for a school?

What are the responsibilities of an education and care service regarding the first aid kits kept on the premises?

Despite all safeguards and risk management strategies, some injuries will and do occur in ECEC settings. If an injury does occur, a first aid kit will be essential for responding to the injury (standard 2.2). Approved providers are responsible for determining how many first aid kits are appropriate for the service and where to position them throughout the service premises.

Consideration should be given to:

• the layout of the service
• the size and contents of the first aid kits
• whether the first aid kits are identifiable and readily accessible to adults in their chosen locations
• the number and ages of children attending the service
• excursions or regular outings that will require additional first aid kits to be taken off-site
• any unique risks to children at the service due to geographic location.

These considerations will contribute to an approved provider’s compliance with regulation 89External link of the Education and Care Services National Regulations (National Regulations).

Regular checks ensure that first aid kits remain stocked with appropriate provisions and that any out-of-date materials are replaced promptly.

Services may also wish to consult with reputable organisations in first aid to determine what contents would be most appropriate, considering the service’s unique environment and associated risks.