When an emergency strikes, it is important that you can find all the essential things you will need in just one location or container. Keep an inventory of first aid supplies at home, in your car and office. Cuts, wounds, poisoning, etc. can happen to anyone during the least unexpected moments. Be ready to deal with this so that the injured person can receive immediate treatment.

Administering first aid can help prevent more damage especially when the emergency happened far from the nearest doctor or hospital. For example, an open wound needs to be dressed instantly to stop the bleeding. Or somebody suffering from dehydration and cold must be given water and wrapped in blankets to prevent the body from going into shock.