First Aid Kit Checklist for Lone Workers

Workers who work alone or in remote locations where emergency assistance and first aid may not be near should have a first aid kit. At the very minimum, the first aid kit should include all of the items on this checklist.

ITEM	YES	NO	COMMENTS
2 gauze pads 4′ x 4′
2 gauze pads 8′ x 10′
1 box adhesive tape
1 package gauze roller bandage
2 triangular bandages
Wound cleaning agent (such as sealed, moistened towelettes)
1 scissors
1 thermal blanket
1 tweezers
1 pair latex gloves
Resuscitation equipment
2 elastic wraps
1 splint
Sunscreen
Painkillers
Allergy medicine
1 burn spray or salve for lesser degree burns
Antiseptic spray, wipes or ointment
Animal bite relief
2 cold compresses or ice packs
Eyewash
2 plastic biohazard bags
1 whistle
1 flashlight
Written instructions for requesting assistance in case of an emergency