Most workplaces only realise their first aid kits are not up to scratch when someone opens the box in an emergency.

A first aid kit audit gives you a clear, documented picture of what you’ve actually got in place – and a plan to put it right before an inspector, client or incident asks awkward questions.

Why first aid kit audits matter

UK law requires employers to make “adequate and appropriate” first aid arrangements for their employees. That means you must provide suitable first aid equipment, keep it in good order, and base what you provide on a first aid needs assessment for your workplace.

In practice, that includes:

• Having enough first aid kits for your headcount, layout and risk level.
• Making sure the contents are appropriate, in‑date and undamaged.
• Checking and restocking kits regularly, not just when someone remembers.

A structured audit shows whether your current provision really meets those expectations, or whether there are gaps that need closing.

What our workplace first aid kit audit covers

We visit your site and look at your first aid provision the way a regulator, insurer or informed client might. Our audit usually includes:

• Kit numbers, sizes and locations
  Are there enough kits for the number of people, size of the premises and nature of your work? Are they in sensible, accessible places, clearly marked and easy to reach for all staff?
• Contents and condition
  Do the contents reflect your first aid needs assessment and the actual risks on site, rather than a generic list? Are items in date, sealed and ready to use, or have dressings, wipes and gels expired or been used without replacement?
• Use of recognised workplace kit standards
  Where appropriate, we map your kits against structured workplace kit contents such as BS‑style small, medium and large workplace kits, using them as a benchmark for what a well‑stocked kit in a similar environment should contain.
• Signage and staff awareness
  Are first aid points clearly signed? Do staff know where kits are and who the appointed person or first aider is?
• Checks, restocking and record‑keeping
  Is there a clear system for checking kits, replacing used or expired items, and logging those checks – or is it all informal and undocumented?

What you receive after the audit

You get more than a quick look in a few boxes. We provide:

• A written audit report
  A clear, plain‑English summary of what we found, including photos where helpful and a simple traffic‑light rating for each area.
• Gap analysis against HSE expectations
  We highlight where your current provision is broadly in line with HSE guidance, where it needs improvement, and where changes are urgent.
• Proportionate recommendations
  Practical suggestions for kit numbers, types and locations based on your risks, workforce and budget – not a shopping list of extras you don’t need.
• Options for replenishment and ongoing management
  If you want to keep restocking in‑house, we give you a sensible check schedule and simple log template. If you’d rather hand it over, we outline how our managed first aid kit service can take care of supply, checks and documentation for you.

Our aim is that you finish with a clear, defensible story you can explain to an inspector, board or client: what you have, why you have it, and how you make sure it stays suitable.

Replenishment and managed restocking

An audit will often uncover the same patterns: missing items, out‑of‑date dressings, no clear owner, and no written record of checks. For many workplaces, the simplest way to stop those problems creeping back in is to move to a managed restocking model.

If you choose to, we can:

• Set an agreed visit schedule (monthly, quarterly or annually, depending on risk and usage).
• Check each kit, replace used or expired items, and adjust contents if your risks have changed.
• Keep a signed record of every visit for your compliance files.
• Provide a single point of contact and a single invoice, even if you have multiple sites.

You can still keep an appointed person in each workplace for day‑to‑day oversight, but the heavy lifting of checks, restocking and paperwork sits with us.

Who workplace first aid kit audits are for

This service works best for organisations that:

• Have grown, moved or reorganised and are no longer confident their kits match how they actually work.
• Operate across several floors or sites and find it hard to keep track of multiple kits.
• Are preparing for client audits, tenders or accreditation and want independent reassurance.
• Have had a recent incident that exposed gaps in their first aid provision.

If any of these feel familiar, it is usually better to get ahead of the problem now than wait for the next emergency or inspection to expose it.

Next steps

If you’d like us to review your workplace first aid kits, get in touch with a few simple details:

• What your organisation does and how many people you have on site.
• How many locations or floors you want us to look at.
• Any particular worries you already have about your current kits.

We’ll come back with a clear, no‑nonsense proposal for a first aid kit audit and, if you want it, ongoing restocking support.