The British Standard compliant secondary school first aid kit provides age-appropriate provision for 11-18 student environments. Contents are selected for the injury types common in secondary schools including science laboratory incidents, design and technology cuts, sports injuries, and general playground incidents.
Compliance Summary: This kit meets British Standard first aid requirements adapted for secondary school environments. Schools should position kits in the main first aid room, science departments, DT workshops, and sports facilities.
Why does a secondary school need a different kit from primary?
Secondary schools have additional hazards from practical subjects - science labs, DT workshops, food technology, and competitive sport. The secondary school kit includes provision for chemical splash, burns, and deeper cuts alongside standard playground injury coverage.
How many kits does a secondary school need?
Position kits in the main first aid room, each science department, the DT workshop, food technology room, PE department, and any other area with specific hazards. The number depends on school size and layout - all students and staff should be able to reach first aid provision within a reasonable time.