The
Evolution Plus HypaSoothe Burns Kit is a specially designed first aid kit ideal for treating of minor burns. The contents of this medium burns kit include burn dressings and gels to stop the burn process and soothe injuries.
Which industries will benefit from a burns kit?
In a workplace where there is a risk of exposure to heat, chemicals, or equipment that could cause burns, having a burns kit on hand is essential. This includes industries such as:
Kitchens and catering
Industrial
Construction
Chemical and pharmaceutical
Laboratories
Farming and agricultural
Transportation
Education
Health and social care
Meeting legal requirements
Employers are able to stay legally compliant with key UK health and safety legislation by providing their employees with a HypaSoothe Burns Kit. The kit supports obligations under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002 by ensuring that appropriate first aid provisions are in place for providing first aid aimed at minor burn injury treatment based on the specific risks identified in the workplace.
Supplied in a premium Evolution case
The kit is delivered in a premium Evolution case (30cm x 25cm x 12cm), which can be wall-mounted with the included bracket to increase visibility. The kit can be opened and used as a workbench while mounted on the wall to maximise ease of access. It is easy to identify with its bright red colouring, flame icon and "Burns Kit" label.
The Evolution Plus HypaSoothe Burns Kit is available in these sizes:
Small (15cm x 23xm x8cm)
Medium (30cm x 25cm x 12cm)
Large (30cm x 25cm x 12cm)
The size of first aid kit you need is dependent on your risk assessment.
The Evolution Plus HypaSoothe Burns Kit, Medium Contains:
1x First Aid Guidance Leaflet
2x HypaSoothe Burn Dressings, 10cm x 10cm
1x HypaSoothe Burn Dressing, 20cm x 20cm
6x HypaSoothe Burn Gel Sachets, 6g
12x HypaBand Safety Pins
3x HypaBand Conforming Bandages
1x Snips Clothing Cutters, 15cm
3x HypaTouch Disposable Gloves (Pair)
1x Wall Mounting Bracket, Medium
1x Burns Kit Missing Label
1x Shelf For Case, Medium
Frequently Asked Questions:
What Should I buy for a burn?
For minor burn treatment, you should buy burn gel, burn dressings and sterile bandages or gauze to hold the burn dressings in place. Also, over the counter pain killers should be used to provide relief.
What items should not be used on burns?
There are several items that should not be used on burns, including:
Ice – this will cause tissue damage
Cotton wool – this will get stuck to the area
Butter/toothpaste/oils – these can all trap heat and cause the burn to worsen
What are the specifications for burn dressings?
In the UK burn dressings must:
Create a moist, sterile wound environment
Be non-adherent
Provide pain relief
Be cooling
Control infection
What equipment do you need to treat a burn?
For treating minor burns at home, you will need:
Something to cool the burn – typically this would be water, but can also be sterile saline, burn gels or dressings if necessary. This should be done for a minimum of 20 minutes.
Something to dress and protect the wound – ideally this will be a moist, non-adherent dressing like a burn dressing or paraffin gauze, with a bandage or microporous tape to hold it in place, however if all else fails clingfilm is a common alternative.
What is the first treatment for a small burn?
The first treatment that should be provided to burns is cooling. This is generally done by running the affected area under cool water for 20 minutes, but in the absence of water burn dressings and gels will provide cooling as well.
What is good basic first aid for a burn?
1. Cool the burn down.
2. Remove anything that may constrict the area, e.g.: jewellery.
3. Cover the burn either with cling film or a sterile, non-fluffy dressing.
4. Seek medical advice if needed.
What is the first aid protocol for burns?
1. Cool the burn down.
2. Remove anything that may constrict the area, e.g.: jewellery.
3. Cover the burn either with cling film or a sterile, non-fluffy dressing.
4. Seek medical advice if needed.
When does a burn need medical attention?
If the casualty is a child
It is a full thickness burn – nerve and tissue damage
If it is on the feet, hands, face or genital area
If it extends around a limb
If it is a partial thickness burn that is larger than 1% of the body surface
If it is a superficial burn larger than 5% of the body surface
If it has a mixed pattern of depth
If you are unsure about the extent or severity of the burn
All chemical and electrical burns
What should be in a burns kit?
A first aid guidance leaflet
Burn dressings
Burn gel
Safety pins
Conforming bandages
Gloves
Clothing cutters (larger kits)
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