Implementing the Proper First Aid Supplies

Staying up to code on safety ensures that you are prepared to face any accidents that may occur and will help improve visitors’ and employees’ peace of mind. According to OSHA guidelines, employers must make first aid supplies readily available. To make sure you are meeting first aid requirements in your workplace, check out these guidelines.

Use this table to identify the type of kit or cabinet that is right for you:

Type of Kit/Cabinet	Typical Users	Benefits
Bulk	Small contractors Small-sized offices Vehicles & buses	Lightweight Lower Prices Very portable
Unitized	Medium-sized offices Light manufacturing Fleet vehicles	Individually-wrapped boxes Uniform size Organized & ANSI color-coded Easy to identify product
Shelf Station	Heavy manufacturing Construction companies Power plants Machine shops	Durable cabinet Wall-mounted easy access Free to move supplies to different shelves
SmartCompliance	Light & heavy manufacturing Distribution centers Food processing plants Restaurants	Includes the SmartTab® ezRefill system that notifies you when it is time to re-order, ensuring you stay compliant

Use this table to identify what supplies you need to meet minimum the fill requirements from the American National Standards Institute:

2015 ANSI Class A Minimum Fill Requirements		2015 ANSI Class B Minimum Fill Requirements
Quantity	Item and Minimum Size or Volume	Quantity	Item and Minimum Size or Volume
16	Adhesive Bandages, 1″ x 3′	50	Adhesive Bandages, 1″ x 3′
1	Adhesive Tape, 2.5 yd.	2	Adhesive Tape, 2.5 yd.
10	Antibiotic Treatment, 1/57 fl. oz. (0.5g) applications	25	Antibiotic Treatment, 1/57 fl. oz. (0.5g) applications
10	Antiseptic, 1/57 fl. oz. (0.5g) applications	50	Antiseptic, 1/57 fl. oz. (0.5g) applications
1	Breathing Barrier	1	Breathing Barrier
1	Burn Dressing, 4″ x 4″	2	Burn Dressing, 4″ x 4″
10	Burn Treatment, 1/32 oz. (0.9g) applications	25	Burn Treatment, 1/32 oz. (0.9g) applications
1	Cold Pack, 4″ x 5″	2	Cold Pack, 4″ x 5″
2	Eye Coverings	2	Eye Coverings
1	Eye Wash, 1 oz.	1	Eye Wash, 1 oz.
1	First Aid Guide	1	First Aid Guide
6	Hand Sanitizer, 1/32 oz. (0.9g) applications	10	Hand Sanitizer, 1/32 oz. (0.9g) applications
4	Medical Exam Gloves	8	Medical Exam Gloves
1	Roller Bandage 2″ x 4 yd.	2	Roller Bandage 2″ x 4 yd.
1	Scissors	1	Roller Bandage 4″ x 4 yd.
2	Sterile Pads, 3″ x 3″	1	Scissors
2	Trauma Pads, 5″ x 9″	1	Padded Splint, 4″ x 24″
1	Triangular Bandage, 40″ x 40″ x 56″	4	Sterile Pads, 3″ x 3″
		1	Tourniquet, 5″ x 9″
		2	Triangular Bandage, 40″ x 40″ x 56″

First-Aid Only products will provide supplies to meet OSHA and ANSI requirements to keep your workplace safe. The SmartTab® ezRefill system will remind you when to order new supplies so you don’t run out. Their kits are well-organized, accessible, and easy to refill. They also dispense only one item at a time to help prevent excess usage and overstocking costs. Check out our selection at wbmason.com to find the products you need.