First Aid Equipment: What Should You Have on Site?

Date: 12/08/2026

When you're working on a construction site, in a workshop, warehouse or busy workplace, accidents can happen. A cut, burn, eye injury or more serious incident can happen in seconds, which is why having the right first aid equipment close at hand is so important.

At Readyfix, we know that first aid isn't something you want to think about after an accident has happened. Having the right first aid kit and equipment already on site means your team can respond quickly when something goes wrong.
From workplace first aid kits and burn care to eyewash stations, bandages and critical injury packs, Readyfix has a wide range of first aid equipment for businesses, tradespeople and construction professionals.

Why Is First Aid Equipment Important on Site?

Construction sites and other working environments can present a wide range of risks.
Sharp tools, machinery, hot materials, dust, chemicals, manual handling and working around other people can all increase the chance of an injury. Even with good PPE and effective site safety procedures, it is impossible to remove every risk.
That's where suitable first aid equipment comes in.
The Health and Safety Executive says employers must provide adequate and appropriate equipment, facilities and personnel to ensure employees receive immediate attention if they are injured or become ill at work. Employers are also expected to carry out a first aid needs assessment to determine what their workplace requires.
It's not simply a case of having one basic first aid box and forgetting about it.
The right first aid provision depends on the type of work you do, the size and location of your workforce, the risks involved and other factors relating to your workplace.

What First Aid Equipment Should a Workplace Have?

There isn't one first aid kit that is suitable for every workplace.
A small office is likely to have very different requirements from a construction site, warehouse or workshop.
Your first aid equipment could include:
• Workplace first aid kits
• Construction first aid kits
• Burn care kits
• Eyewash stations and eyewash pods
• Bandages and dressings
• First aid scissors
• Safety pins
• Critical injury packs
• Vehicle first aid kits
• First aid cabinets and stations
• First aid refills
At Readyfix, we stock a range of first aid equipment to help businesses choose products that suit their working environment.

First Aid Kits for Construction Sites

Construction sites can present some obvious first aid risks.
Cuts, abrasions, burns and eye injuries are all possible when you're working with tools, machinery, building materials and other equipment.
That means having a suitable construction first aid kit available isn't something that should be overlooked.
Readyfix stocks a range of first aid kits designed for different workplace requirements, including 10-person, 20-person and 50-person first aid kits.
Readyfix also supplies critical injury packs for medium and high-risk environments, giving businesses additional options when carrying out their first aid needs assessment.
For sites with higher-risk activities, it's worth considering whether a standard first aid box provides everything your team could reasonably need.

Don't Forget Burn Care

Burns are another potential workplace injury, particularly in construction, manufacturing, engineering and other environments where workers may come into contact with heat, hot materials or equipment.
A standard first aid kit may not provide everything you want for dealing with burns.
Readyfix supplies dedicated Burncare kits, including options designed for different numbers of people.
Having dedicated burn care equipment readily available can help ensure that the appropriate supplies are close by if a burn occurs.
As always, first aid equipment should support, rather than replace, appropriate training and your workplace emergency procedures.

Eyewash Should Be Easy to Find

Eye injuries can happen quickly.
Dust, debris, chemicals and other substances can potentially get into the eyes while carrying out work.
If your workplace presents an eye injury risk, having suitable eyewash available and making sure workers know where it is can form an important part of your first aid arrangements.
Readyfix supplies eyewash pod stations, including stations supplied with multiple eyewash pods.
Think about where your eyewash is stored. If somebody has something in their eye, you don't want them searching around a large site trying to find it.
Make sure your team knows where the first aid equipment is kept and that access to it isn't blocked.

Keep Your First Aid Supplies Stocked

One of the easiest things to overlook is checking what's actually inside your first aid kit.
A kit might have been fully stocked when it was purchased, but products can quickly get used.
A few plasters here, a dressing there and suddenly the kit isn't as well stocked as you thought.
That's why regular checks are important.
At Readyfix, you can find first aid refill products alongside complete kits, making it easier to replace used or missing items without necessarily having to replace the entire kit.
It's also worth checking expiry dates and making sure that equipment hasn't been damaged by being stored in unsuitable conditions.

First Aid Equipment for Vehicles

First aid equipment isn't just needed in buildings.
Tradespeople and mobile workers can spend a large part of their working day travelling between jobs, which means keeping suitable first aid equipment in a work vehicle can be a sensible addition to your overall first aid arrangements.
Readyfix supplies vehicle first aid kit bags that can be kept in vans and other work vehicles.
If your team travels between construction sites, customer properties or remote locations, make sure your first aid arrangements take this into account.
The HSE advises that first aid needs assessments should consider factors such as the nature of the work, the location of the workplace and its distance from emergency services.

First Aid Is About More Than Having a Box

Having first aid equipment on site is important, but it's only part of the picture.
Your business should also consider who is responsible for first aid, whether trained first aiders are required, where equipment is located and whether your workforce knows what to do in an emergency.
The HSE recommends that employers carry out a first aid needs assessment and ensure there are adequate facilities and a suitably stocked first aid kit.
It's also important to remember that first aid requirements can change.
If you move premises, increase your workforce, change the type of work you carry out or introduce new equipment or processes, your first aid needs may need to be reviewed.

Check Your First Aid Equipment Today

When you're busy running a construction project or keeping a business moving, checking the first aid kit might not be at the top of your list.
But it's worth taking a few minutes to check.
• Is your first aid kit fully stocked?
• Do you have the right equipment for the risks on your site?
• Do you have suitable burn care?
• Is eyewash available where it's needed?
• Do your work vehicles have first aid kits?
• Does your team know where the first aid equipment is kept?
If you're not sure, it could be time to review your first aid supplies.

Readyfix First Aid Equipment

At Readyfix, we supply first aid equipment for construction sites, workplaces, tradespeople and businesses.
Our range includes workplace first aid kits, construction first aid equipment, burn care kits, eyewash, critical injury packs, vehicle first aid kits, bandages, dressings, scissors and first aid refills.
Whether you need to replace an empty kit, equip a new site or simply make sure your workplace is properly prepared, Readyfix can help.
Don't wait until something happens to discover your first aid kit is missing what you need.

Shop First Aid Equipment from Readyfix today and make sure your workplace is prepared.

Browse our range here:
https://www.readyfixuk.co.uk/catalog/fire-safety-products-and-ppe/safety-products-and-ppe/first-aid-equipment