Setting the standard
This February BSi launched the new standard for First Aid Kits in Motor Vehicles.
Having a first aid kit in the car or vehicle can be a lifesaver. Not only can it prove crucial in the event of a road crash, but also in less serious mishaps such as cuts, scrapes and burns.
The BSi has published a new national standard for first aid provision within motor vehicles. This standard aims to improve safety for all UK motorists by equipping vehicles with a first aid kit scaled specifically to the size of the vehicle and number of passengers, while providing the essential first response supplies needed to deal with a road side incident.
The standard specifies requirements for the compilation of first aid components in three sizes – small, medium and large.
Small motorist kit: Designed for vehicles with 1 – 3 passengers such mopeds, motorcycles, motor tricycles and quad bikes etc
Medium motorist kit: Designed for cars, taxis, commercial vehicles with 1 – 8 passengers such as cars, taxis ad so on.
Large motorist kit: Designed for larger vehicles with 9 – 16 passengers such as minibuses.
