The BS8599-1 haversack first aid kit provides full workplace provision in a portable shoulder bag format. Designed for appointed first aiders who need to carry equipment to the casualty, the haversack enables hands-free response across large sites, outdoor environments, and multi-building workplaces where fixed wall-mounted kits may be out of reach.
| Contents | Qty |
|---|---|
| First Aid Guidance Leaflet | 1 |
| First Aid Dressings 12x12cm | 2 |
| First Aid Dressings 18x18cm | 2 |
| Triangular Bandages | 2 |
| Eye Dressings | 2 |
| Washproof Plasters | 40 |
| Sterile Wipes | 20 |
| Microporous Tape 2.5cm x 5cm | 1 |
| Nitrile Gloves (Pair) | 6 |
| Finger Dressings | 2 |
| Face Shield | 1 |
| Foil Blanket | 1 |
| Burn Dressing 10cm x 10cm | 1 |
| Clothing Cutters | 1 |
| Conforming Bandage 7.5cm | 1 |
Compliance Summary: This kit is manufactured to BS 8599-1:2019 and meets all requirements for workplace first aid provision. The haversack format supports employers in meeting their duty to provide accessible first aid equipment under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, particularly for dispersed or outdoor work environments.
When should I choose a haversack kit over a wall-mounted kit?
A haversack kit is suited to environments where the first aider needs to travel to the casualty - such as large warehouses, outdoor sites, sports grounds, or multi-building campuses. It supplements rather than replaces fixed wall-mounted kits and is typically assigned to an appointed first aider for personal carry.
Can this kit be used as a primary workplace first aid kit?
Yes. The haversack contains the same BS 8599-1:2019 compliant contents as wall-mounted kits. It can serve as the primary kit for small workplaces or as supplementary provision for first aiders operating across larger sites where a fixed kit alone would not provide adequate coverage.