"Safety Starts Here" Blog

Frostbite is a type of injury that occurs when the skin and underlying tissues freeze. It is most commonly seen on the fingers, toes,...

A tourniquet is a device used to stop bleeding by constricting the blood flow through a limb. There are two main types of tourniquets:...

Definition Over-the-counter (OTC) medicine is medication that can be purchased without a prescription. These medications are typically...

First aid kits are essential for every home, workplace, and vehicle. They can be the difference between a minor injury becoming a major...

Burns are a common injury that can range in severity from minor to severe. Proper treatment is important in order to prevent infection...

Anti-septic spray and hydrogen peroxide are both chemical compounds that can be used to sanitize, clean, and disinfect. While they both...

Did you know businesses must have a specific list of first aid supplies? OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, can...

Coming soon, after two years of testing manufacturers, we found a bandage worthy of the Alpha Bravo First Aid seal. These bandages stick...

Why do restaurants use blue bandaids also known as Hi Visibility Blue Metal Detectable bandages? There are three reasons. First, the...

CPR usually involves thirty chest compressions and two rescue breaths. But what if your city is in a state of emergency for COVID or...

What over the counter medicine should be in every first aid cabinet and AED kit? Aspirin. Besides being a great pain reliever, aspirin...

Yes. Are we saying this just because we sell first aid kits? No. In the United States, companies must follow laws and regulations to...

What's the difference between an Alpha Bravo First Aid kit and the cheaper ones on Amazon? That was the question a customer had for us...