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First Aid Kit Regulation 7
R790,86
VAT Included
Metal Box with Regulation 7 Inserts.
Description
- Purpose: It ensures compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act 85 of 1993. It is specifically required for environments where there is a risk of serious injury, such as lacerations or amputations (e.g., factories, construction sites, and mining)
- Key Distinction: The primary difference between a basic (Regulation 3) kit and a Regulation 7 kit is the inclusion of a Body Fluid Spill Kit. This addition is used to safely clean and disinfect areas contaminated by blood or other body fluids to prevent the spread of infections.
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Core Requirements
- When it’s required: An employer must provide a first aid kit if more than 5 people are employed.
- Accessibility: Kits must be easily visible, accessible, and marked with appropriate safety signage.
- Mandatory Items: Beyond standard bandages and antiseptics, Regulation 7 requires items for biohazard safety, including:
- Absorbent material for body fluids.
- Disinfectant (e.g., Eusol or Biocide).
- Biohazard disposal bags (usually red or yellow).
- Protective gear like disposable rubber gloves and plastic aprons.
- CPR mouthpieces.
Description
In South Africa, a Regulation 7 First Aid Kit is a legally mandated requirement for high-risk workplaces (such as engineering, manufacturing, or mining) or environments where exposure to blood and body fluids is likely. It builds upon the basic “Regulation 3” kit by adding a specialized Body Fluid Spill Kit to handle biohazardous materials.
Comprehensive Contents List
A standard Regulation 7 kit typically contains at least 49 to 61 items, including:
- Wound Care & Antiseptics:
- 1x 100ml Antiseptic/Wound cleaner (e.g., Cetrimide or Savlon).
- 100x Non-sterile gauze swabs (75mm x 75mm).
- 2x Packs of sterile gauze (5 per pack).
- 1x Cotton wool for padding (50g or 100g).
- 10-20x Assorted adhesive plaster strips.
- 1x Burnshield dressing (100mm x 100mm).
- Bandages & Dressings:
- 4x First Aid Dressings No. 3 (75mm x 100mm).
- 4x First Aid Dressings No. 5 (150mm x 200mm).
- 4x Conforming bandages (75mm).
- 4x Conforming bandages (100mm).
- 4x Triangular bandages (non-woven).
- 1x Plaster roll (25mm x 3m).
- 1x Non-allergenic adhesive tape (25mm x 3m).
- Tools & Equipment:
- 1x First aid scissors (metal).
- 1x Metal forceps/tweezers.
- 12x Safety pins.
- 2x Straight or interlocking splints.
- 2x CPR mouthpieces or resus aids.
- 4x Pairs of disposable gloves (Medium and Large).
- Regulation 7 Specific: Body Fluid Spill Kit
- Absorbent/disinfecting granules (e.g., 2x 6g sachets).
- Disinfectant solution (e.g., Biocide or Eusol).
- Disposable paper towels.
- Nitrile or heavy-duty gloves.
- 1x Red biohazard/hazardous waste disposal bag.
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Key Regulatory Requirements (South Africa)
- Capacity: Typically rated for 5 to 50 persons depending on the size of the workplace and risk level.
- Visibility: The kit must be housed in a clearly marked container (metal box, plastic case, or bag) and placed in an easily accessible, visible location.
- Appointments: Any workplace with more than 10 employees must appoint at least one certified first-aider.
- Maintenance: Kits should be checked regularly; missing items must be replaced, and expired items (like antiseptics) must be updated.
Additional information
| Weight | 3 kg |
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| Dimensions | 50 × 30 × 10 cm |
Specification
Features
Regulation 7 of the South African Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act specifies the minimum requirements for first aid kits in workplaces with more than five employees. A standard Regulation 7 kit is designed to support up to 50 people and must include specific medical supplies and a biological spill kit.
Core Medical Supplies
- Wound Care: 100ml antiseptic wound cleaner, 100g cotton wool for padding, and at least 10 sterile gauze swabs.
- Bandages:
- 4 Triangular bandages.
- 4 Roller bandages (75mm x 5m) and 4 Roller bandages (100mm x 5m).
- 1 Roll of elastic adhesive (25mm x 3m) and 1 roll of non-allergenic adhesive tape.
- Dressings:
- 1 Packet of adhesive dressing strips (minimum 10 assorted sizes).
- 4 First aid dressings (75mm x 100mm, No. 3) and 4 first aid dressings (150mm x 200mm, No. 5).
- Tools: 1 Pair of first aid scissors (min. 100mm), 1 pair of metal forceps (tweezers), and 1 set of safety pins.
- Emergency & Splints: 2 CPR mouthpieces (resuscitation aids) and 2 straight splints.
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Biological Spill Kit FeaturesRegulation 7 kits must include components to safely handle body fluid spills:
- Protective Wear: 2 pairs of large and 2 pairs of medium disposable gloves (often latex or nitrile).
- Sanitization: 6g Biocide or chlorine disinfectant sachets, 40g-50g absorbent granules, and Eusol or similar disinfectant.
- Disposal: 1 Yellow biohazard bag or red self-seal waste bag for contaminated materials
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Compliance & Storage
- Visibility: The kit is typically housed in a weather-resistant, wall-mountable metal box or a durable nylon bag.
- Quantity: Workplaces must provide one kit for every 50 employees (or fraction thereof).
- Accessibility: Kits should be placed in prominent, accessible locations and checked monthly for expiry dates or missing items.
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