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FIRST AID KITS:

A first aid kit is a standard item to have when preparing for any type of emergency. It is a kit that’s stocked with medical supplies such as antibiotic ointments, antiseptic wipes, aspirin, anti-itch creams, and thermometers. They also include items such as bandages, gauze, tweezers, and gloves. These kits can vary in size depending on how they’re intended to

be used. People may carry a well-stocked kit in their vehicle for treatment of injuries that might occur when travelling.

A person should also always keep a kit in their home, in a location that’s accessible to all adults in the house but out of the reach of children. A backup kit may also be stored with the family’s emergency supplies. These should be checked regularly to dispose of and replace any expired items and to replenish any items that have been used. Ideally, this should be done every three months.

The Red Cross recommends that all first aid kits for a family of four include the following:  (adjust to your needs).

Emergency First Aid guide;

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Extra Resources to help you:

If you want to prepare for disasters, have experienced a disaster or are recovering from a disaster, Red Cross has a host of useful emergency management resources that can help.

https://www.redcross.org.au/get-help/emergencies/resources-about-disasters

First Aid-Australian Red Cross APP: Australian Red Cross - Medical:

Google Play App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en&id=com.cube.gdpc.aus

Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/first-aid-australian-red-cross/id696880972

Simple. Free. It can save a life. The official Australian Red Cross First Aid app gives you instant access to the information you need to know to handle the most common first aid emergencies. Interactive and simple step-by-step advice means it’s never been easier to know first aid. 
Developed for the Australian market as part of a global project by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent societies and Red Cross’ Global Disaster Preparedness Centre the APP features up to date CPR and First Aid guidelines as set out by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC).
To ensure your app content is available at the time of an emergency, please open the app upon installation so the app can retrieve all relevant local content before the need strikes.

Home Emergency Kit contents video:

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GET PREPARED APP: Protect what matters most: Available from your App store.

Get Prepared is an easy to use app that helps you access information and tools to complete an emergency plan. It builds on the Red Cross RediPlan.

Prepare for any type of emergency with Australian Red Cross. Get Prepared helps you connect with your key support people, accomplish simple tasks to make you and your loved ones safer, and protect the things that matter most to you.  GOOD REVIEWS.

Key Features include:

• A quick and easy network of support with your Key 3 contacts.

• Easy checklists across a range of emergency preparedness actions.

• A personalised emergency plan you can share with others, or print out.

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