The Regulation Marine Scale F first aid kit comes complete in an heavy duty waterproof case (335 x 260 x 125 mm) and an extra large 2 tray plastic kit (483 x 273 x 257 mm). The contents are specified by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels 2008. When determining the correct first aid kit for your survey ensure you address the following considerations:
H3.1 Medical Supplies Advice
Owners and operators should obtain medical advice from their consultant, medical practitioners or pharmacists in specifying medical supplies for their vessels, especially should they wish to add to the mandatory listings.
NOTE: The supplies and quantities are based on experience of the range of medical and surgical emergencies that can arise on board a vessel. However, they may need to be expanded in accordance with the particular risks inherent to the voyage, the length of the voyage, access to medical facilities, the cargoes carried and the number of persons on board.
The medical time period in which medical assistance can be obtained: 2 hours - Scale G, 6 hours - Scale F, 12 hours - Scale D and E.
Scheduled medicines not provided but are required in Scale F first aid kits:
| Item |
Qty. |
| Hydrocortisone 1% cream 30g |
1 |
| Imodium tablets |
16 |
| Panedine tablets |
24 |
| Sea sickness tablets |
10 |
| Telfast 120mg tablets |
10 |
ABOUT THE HEAVY DUTY WATERPROOF CASE
Features
- Heavy duty waterproof carry case
- High visibility RED
- Strong press, pull release latches
- Automatic pressure equalising gusset
- Carry handle Lockable (lock not included)
- IP68 certified water and dust proof
- IK10 certified impact resistance
Specs
- Outer size:335x260x125mm
- Inner size: 300x200x120mm
- Weight: 1600g Capacity: 7.2L
Devices backed by an international standard rating of IP68 are deemed fit enough to withstand dust, dirt and sand, and are resistant to submersion up to a maximum depth of 1.5m underwater for up to thirty minutes. IK10 Protected against 20 joules impact. Equivalent to impact of 5 kg mass dropped from 400 mm above impacted surface.