Bleed Control Cabinets

ProtectUK and NACTSO recommend that supplies to treat trauma “should be mounted on a wall or in a cabinet so it is visible and easy to access by anyone”. Cabinets provide a dedicated, clearly identifiable location for storing bleed control kits, helping ensure they are protected while remaining easy to find in an emergency. Consideration should also be given to how accessible the kit would be for a casualty who might require the kit to treat themselves, for example in the case of a leg injury. Workplaces or sites with hazards such as machinery, sharp or moving objects which have the potential to cause critical injuries such as major bleeding must have 'adequate and appropriate’ first aid provision for any risks present.

Installing an appropriate number of bleed control cabinets across your site creates a structured and reliable approach to storing and distributing lifesaving supplies. Cabinets help protect contents from damage, tampering, or environmental conditions, while providing a consistent and professional solution that supports emergency preparedness and site safety.

Providing accessible bleed control kits is also an important consideration for evacuation procedures on your premises, which now form part of legal obligations under Martyn’s Law. In the event of an attack, it is important to have considered how you would safely evacuate any casualties or ‘walking wounded’, which may not be possible without appropriate first aid items to hand. Cabinets offer a durable, long-term storage solution that is low maintenance, simple to implement and provides reassurance that critical supplies are protected, accessible, and ready when needed.