Best First Aid Kits For 2026 in the UK
Published by Jax First Aid Supplies on 19th Nov 2025
Best First Aid Kits For 2026 in the UK
As 2026 rapidly approaches, now is the perfect time to review your first aid supplies and make sure you are fully prepared for the year ahead. Whether at home, on the road, in school, or at work, accidents can happen anywhere - and having a well stocked first aid kit ensures that minor injuries can be treated quickly and serious incidents are controlled until medical help is able to arrive.
In the UK, the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 requires employers to ensure adequate and appropriate first aid equipment, facilities, and personnel are supplied and easily accessible; which is why choosing the best first aid kit is essential.
First aid readiness is not just for workplaces, however. Every home and car should ideally have an accessible first aid kit to treat cuts, burns, sprains, and minor emergencies on the go.
What to Look for in a Quality First Aid Kit
Key Features: Durability, Accessibility, and Compliance
When choosing a first aid kit, it is important to consider:
- Durable, weather resistant first aid box/bag.
- Clearly labelled compartments for easy access.
- BS8599-1 or HSE compliance for a workplace first aid kit.
- High quality, sterile components.
Must Have Contents for Every First Aid Kit
A comprehensive first aid kit should include:
- Assorted plasters and bandages
- Sterile dressings and eye pads
- Safety pins and scissors
- Disposable gloves
- Cleansing wipes
- Foil blankets
- CPR face shields
Best First Aid Kits at Jax First Aid
1. HSE First Aid Kit (10, 20, or 50 Person)
Best for:
Small to large workplaces
Highlights:
- HSE compliant workplace first aid kits
- Neatly organised with all essential first aid contents
- Ideal for offices, schools, shops, and low-risk environments
- Supplied in a sturdy, portable green first aid box
- Fully stocked with sterile, high-quality items
2. BS8599-1 Large Workplace Kit
Best for:
Offices, shops, and commercial sites
Highlights:
- LOW RISK 1 kit per 100 employees.
- HIGH RISK 1 kit per 25 employees.
- Box is 100% recycled and recyclable plastic.
- Compliant to latest BSi standard.
- All contents are HSE approved.
3. Vehicle First Aid Kit
Best for:
Drivers, fleet operators, and mobile workers
Highlights:
- CE marked & sterile (where applicable)
- Perfect for glove compartment storage
- All contents are HSE approved.
- Compact and made to withstand travel conditions
- Larger version available here.
4. HSE First Aid Bum Bag (41 piece)
Best for:
Families, households, and travel
Highlights:
- Weather-resistant and durable
- Stocked with essential and important first aid supplies
- All contents are HSE approved.
- Branding/personalisation available
5. Sports First Aid Kit Bag
Best for:
Schools, sports clubs, and outdoor professionals
Highlights:
- Recommended contents for most sports.
- Excellent choice for a rugby and football first aid kit
- Durable, water resistant bag
- Compact for easy transport to training or matches
6. Bleed Control First Aid Kit
Best for:
Workplaces with serious bleeding risks, Warehouses, Factories, Farms.
Highlights:
- Specifically made to treat catastrophic bleeding emergencies.
- Includes trauma dressing, haemostatic dressing, tourniquet, gloves and shears.
- Compact, highly portable bag for urgent situations.
- Ideal addition to standard first aid kits for enhanced coverage in high risk workplaces.
7. Pet First Aid Kit
Best for:
Pet owners, veterinary clinics, animal shelters and outdoor pet activities.
Highlights:
- Compact green bag suitable for pets of various sizes.
- Includes first aid supplies for minor injuries in dogs, cats and other pets.
- Portable design for travel, walks, kennels and home use.
- Convenient “grab-and-go” for pet emergency readiness.
8. Medium Universal First Aid Kit
Best for:
Households, walking, cycling, low risk workplaces.
Highlights:
- Contains 44 handy pieces for a variety of scenarios.
- Well-balanced contents for everyday use and travel.
- Good value and long shelf-life for lower-risk environments.
- Compact size yet effective coverage.
9. Paediatric/School First Aid Kit
Best for:
Schools, nurseries, childminders & homes caring for children.
Highlights:
- Wall mountable, durable box suitable for school and care environments.
- Complies with legal guidance for schools and childminders.
- Supplies are tailored for paediatric and school-specific situations.
- Compact size for classrooms and nursery first aid stations.
10. HSE 1 Person First Aid Kit
Best for:
Lone workers, drivers, small workspaces, delivery personnel, security staff & mobile workers.
Highlights:
- Fully compliant with HSE first aid guidance for single person coverage.
- Compact and lightweight - ideal for vehicles, toolkits and lone worker bags.
- Includes essential first aid supplies for treating minor injuries.
- Durable, portable case made for everyday environments.
Why Is Restocking Essential for Safety Compliance?
Used, damaged, opened or expired first aid supplies should be replaced immediately to remain compliant with HSE standards. Regular checks allow your first aid kits to stay complete and ready for emergencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between HSE and BS8599-1 kits? ▼
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Are Jax First Aid kits compliant with UK laws? ▼
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