Many businesses don’t realise that work vehicles are considered workplaces under the July 2019 WHS Code of Practice. This means mobile workers, such as tradies, couriers, technicians and sales representatives, should have a portable first aid kit in their vehicle.
“A portable first aid kit should be provided in the vehicles of mobile workers if that is their workplace, for example couriers, taxi drivers, sales representatives, bus drivers and inspectors.”
July 2019 Model Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace
Selling vehicle first aid kits: quick tips for stockists
Lead with compliance
Start the conversation with a simple question: Do you have first aid kits in your work vehicles?
Remind customers that vehicles used for work are considered workplaces, so a compliant kit should be on board.
Position the R1 vehicle max as the standard solution
The R1 Vehicle Max is an easy recommendation for most work vehicles.
- Compliant solution for work vehicles
- Quality contents including burn gel, crepe bandage and ice pack
- Compact soft pack designed for vehicle storage
Upsell if they work on-site
If customers also work outside their vehicle, recommend upgrading to an R2 series kit, which is designed for worksites with up to 25 people.
Offer specialised kits when relevant
The R1 Emergency Breakdown First Aid Kit is ideal for customers travelling long distances or working in remote areas.
The R1 Ute Max First Aid Kit is another strong option for outdoor work, with snake and spider bite treatment included.
Suggest Easy-Refill for fleets
For businesses managing multiple vehicles, the Easy-Refill vehicle first aid kit offers a smarter solution.
- Refill and audit online in under three minutes
- Colour-coded contents for quick identification
- Portable soft pack ideal for vehicle use
Asking customers a few quick questions about vehicle numbers, work environments and refill processes will help you recommend the right kit while increasing basket size.
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