First-Aid

Our First-Aid range covers marine and SOLAS-specification first-aid kits, stocked for the kinds of injuries most likely aboard a boat – cuts, burns, seasickness and minor trauma – and suited to being stored in a damp marine environment.

A marine first-aid kit differs from a general household one mainly in packaging and content emphasis: contents are packed to survive damp conditions without spoiling, and the kit tends to weight toward cuts, burns and seasickness rather than a broader general-purpose mix, reflecting what actually happens aboard a boat. A SOLAS-specification kit meets a defined standard for commercial and offshore use, useful if you need to meet a Code of Practice requirement rather than just wanting general provision. Wherever you keep it, store the kit somewhere genuinely accessible and dry, and check contents periodically – plasters, dressings and any medication have expiry dates, and a kit that’s been aboard for several seasons often needs restocking even if it looks intact from the outside.

Restock immediately after any use rather than assuming you’ll remember later.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between a general and a SOLAS-specification first-aid kit?

A SOLAS kit meets a defined standard for commercial and offshore use; a general marine kit is packed for damp conditions and common onboard injuries but isn’t certified to that specific standard.

How often should I check my boat’s first-aid kit?

At least once a season – plasters, dressings and any medication have expiry dates, and contents often need restocking even if the kit looks intact.

Should I restock after using items from the kit?

Yes, straightaway if possible – it’s easy to forget once the immediate situation has passed, and a partially-stocked kit is a gap you don’t want to discover in the next emergency.