First Aid Kits for Home, Work & Travel
Be prepared for everyday injuries and unexpected emergencies with a St John first aid kit. Our first aid kits are designed for South African homes, workplaces, factories, vehicles and active lifestyles, with practical first aid supplies ready when you need them.
Factory First Aid Kit
Office First Aid Kit
First Aid for Burns Kit
Motorist First Aid Kit
Cyclist First Aid Kit
Which first aid kitdo I need?
Office First Aid Kit
For offices, shops and lower-risk workplaces.
Factory First Aid Kit
For workshops, factories and higher-risk working environments where a more comprehensive range of first aid supplies may be needed.
Motorist First Aid Kit
Compact essentials to keep in your car for injuries while travelling or at the roadside.
Cyclist First Aid Kit
Portable first aid supplies for cyclists, clubs and recreational riders.
Burns Kit
For treating burns quickly while further medical assistance is arranged.
Why buy your first aid kitfrom St John?
First aid is at the heart of what we do.
St John has been helping South Africans learn how to respond to illness and injury for generations, through first aid training, community programmes, volunteer services and emergency medical support.
Our first aid kits bring that experience into practical everyday preparedness, whether you need supplies at work, in your car or while you’re out and about.
And as a non-profit organisation, income generated through St John’s services and products helps support our wider work to improve health, safety and access to care in South African communities.
See how your support helpsFirst aid kitFAQs
Which first aid kit should I buy?+
Choose your kit according to where you are most likely to use it.
A Workplace First Aid Kit is intended for keeping first aid supplies available at work. A Motorist First Aid Kit provides a compact option for your vehicle, while the Cyclist First Aid Kit is designed to be portable enough to take on a ride.
If burns are a particular risk at home or in your workplace, the First Aid for Burns Kit provides specialist burn-care supplies and can complement your general first aid equipment.
What should a first aid kit contain?+
A first aid kit will generally contain supplies for cleaning and covering wounds, managing bleeding and providing basic care for common injuries.
The exact contents you need will depend on where the kit is used and the risks you are likely to encounter.
South African workplaces are subject to specific first aid requirements under the General Safety Regulations.
Do I need a first aid kit at work?+
South Africa’s General Safety Regulations require a first aid box or boxes to be provided where more than five employees work at a workplace.
The equipment must be readily available and accessible when it is needed.
Should I keep a first aid kit in my car?+
A first aid kit is a useful addition to your car because it gives you access to basic supplies when you’re away from home.
Remember that conditions inside a vehicle can affect some products, so inspect your kit periodically and replace expired or damaged supplies.
What first aid kit should a cyclist carry?+
Cyclists generally benefit from a compact kit containing useful supplies for common minor injuries such as cuts and grazes.
The kit should be portable enough to carry comfortably while riding, which is why St John offers a dedicated Cyclist First Aid Kit.
Do I need a separate burns kit?+
Not everyone needs a dedicated burns kit, but it can be a useful addition where burns are a foreseeable risk.
This may include homes, kitchens, workshops and certain workplaces. A dedicated burns kit gives you quick access to specialist burn-care supplies rather than relying only on a general first aid kit.
How often should I check my first aid kit?+
Check your first aid kit regularly and after it has been used.
Replace anything that is missing, damaged, opened or expired so that your kit remains ready when you need it.
Do first aid supplies expire?+
Some first aid products have expiry dates. Packaging can also become damaged over time or through exposure to heat and moisture.
Check individual products periodically and replace anything that is no longer suitable for use.
Where should I keep my first aid kit?+
Keep your first aid kit somewhere that is easy to reach in an emergency and make sure the people who may need it know where it is.
Workplace first aid equipment must be readily available and accessible.
Is having a first aid kit enough?+
A first aid kit gives you the equipment to help, but training gives you the knowledge and confidence to use it appropriately.
Learning first aid can help you assess an emergency, provide initial care and understand when professional medical assistance is required.
Be readywhen it matters
From the workplace and the road to cycling injuries and burns, having the right first aid supplies nearby means you’re better prepared when someone needs help.