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"Car first aid kit ÖNORM V 5101"
The first aid kit is an important part of every vehicle's equipment. It is used to provide first aid quickly in the event of an accident or injury. In Austria, there is a standard that regulates the contents and equipment of the first-aid kit: ÖNORM V 5101.
ÖNORM V 5101 stipulates that the vehicle first aid kit must contain the following items:
- 1x rescue blanket
- 1x first aid pack M
- 1x dressing pack G
- 2x sterile wound dressing
- 1x fixation bandage
- 1x triangular cloth
- 1x disposable gloves
- 1x pair of scissors
- 1x pair of tweezers
- 1x first aid instructions
ÖNORM V 5101 also regulates the size of the first aid kit. It must be at least 22 cm x 14 cm x 7 cm in size. The vehicle first aid kit should be kept in a clearly visible place in the vehicle so that it can be found quickly in an emergency.
It is important to check the contents of the first-aid kit regularly and to replenish or replace it if necessary. Expired products in particular should be replaced. It is also advisable to familiarise yourself with the first aid instructions so that you can act quickly and effectively in an emergency.
Overall, ÖNORM V 5101 is an important part of road safety in Austria. The clear regulation of the contents and size of the vehicle first aid kit ensures that first aid can be provided quickly and effectively in an emergency.