WHAT SHOULD BE IN YOUR KIT

Break into clear categories:

• Wound care
• Eye wash
• Burn treatment
• Medical emergency supplies
• CPR protection

CHILDCARE vs SCHOOLS (HIGH IMPACT)

Childcare vs School First Aid Requirements

Do You Need First Aid Kits for Excursions?

Yes — and this is often missed.

Include:

• Excursions
• Sports
• Transport

Other considerations

• The National First Aid Code or Practice requirement is to have 1 First Aider per 25 people in your care
• Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority recommend all educators or carers are to be trained in appropriate first aid which includes:
• Provide First Aid - HLTAID003
• Emergency Management of Asthma in the Workplace - 22024VIC
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - HLTAID001
• First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis - 22099VIC
• If taking students on an excursion, we recommend that at least one member is qualified and current in -
• Provide First Aid in Remote situations - HLTAID005
• Locate the First Aid Kit so you have immediate access when it is needed
• Schools or Facilities that have more than 100 people require a First Aid Room. Call us on 1300 789 541 to discuss what is needed to satisfy this regulated requirement.
• Always consider having a Defibrillator in the classroom. Two minutes is the difference between death and survival during a cardiac arrest. Our 500P is ideal because of its unique attach and follow the voice prompt system. Anyone with a basic knowledge of CPR should be able to attach the 500P to the victim and perform quality CPR.
• If you are unsure of your compliance requirements or what First Aid Kit is best suited for your environment, we can help - Call 1300 789 541

First aid kits for school, college and university classrooms, the playground, school bus and excursions, sick bay, preschool and kindergarten, family daycare, out of school hours care. We also stock first aid kits for food preparation (canteen and tuck shop), and for the gym and sports activities. Ensure compliance with national and state authorities such as ACECQA.

Why choose First Aid Kits Australia?

• We manufacture in Australia to TGA Standards
• All of our kits are compliant with the Food Act and Safe Work Australia’s Code of Practice
• Businesses have relied on our unprecedented quality First Aid Kits for almost 20 years

Handy Resources for Education Industry Safety:

• First Aid Requirements for Childcare & Schools in Australia (2026 Guide)
• First Aid Requirements for Childcare Centres in Australia (2026 Guide)
• First Aid Requirements for Schools in Australia (2026 Guide)
• Do Schools Need First Aid Kits for Excursions & Camps? (Australia Guide)
• How Often Should School First Aid Kits Be Checked & Restocked? (Australia Guide)
• Best Defibrillator for Schools & Childcare Centres in Australia (2026 Guide)