Borrow a First Aid Kit

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Borrow a First Aid Kit is your go-to service for staying prepared and equipped! The USC offers all Carleton students and groups the option to borrow a first aid kit for up to one month at a time. Whether you are planning a weekend hike, organizing a club event, going on a weekend trip or simply looking to stay extra safe in your daily life, we’ve got you covered!

Explore our Kits

The Small Kit is a compact, on-the-go resource for minor first-aid needs, perfect for campus events, outings, or general emergencies. It contains essentials like bandages, gauze, antiseptic wipes, a CPR breathing barrier, and more to help you stay prepared in a pinch.

We offer two kit options:

  • Belt Kit: 2.4 in (Width) x 7.1 in (Length) x 4.3 in (Height)
  • Fanny Pack: 5.5 in (Depth) x 10.6 in (Top Length) x 7.9 in (Bottom Length) x 4.7 in (Height)

Inventory List:


5 Bandage (large)

5 Bandage (medium)

5 Bandage (small)

2 Sterile Gauze Dressing (5cm x 5cm)

1 Combine/Abdominal Pad (small)

1 Self Adhesive Wrap (small)

1 Compress Bandage (3”)

1 BurnShield Gel Packet (3.5 ml)

4 Antiseptic BZK Towelette

3 AfterBite Insect Sting and Itch Relief Towelette

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

1 First Aid Guide

1 CPR Breathing Barrier (small)

1 Vomit Bag

1 Dex4 Fast Acting Glucose Tablets (10 pack)

The Daypack is a versatile, well-stocked first-aid kit designed for extended outings, events, or any situation that calls for a robust selection of emergency supplies. Packed with essentials, it includes items for treating minor injuries, managing burns, providing CPR, and more, making it ideal for longer campus activities or small trips.

The Daypack features two organized pockets, the Small Pocket (Easy Access and Main Pocket: Includes a wide range of first-aid supplies.

The dimensions of the daypack are 2.8 in (Depth) x 4.7 in (Length) x 6.7 in (Height)

Inventory List:


Small Pocket (Easy Access)


3 Antiseptic BZK Towelette

5 Bandage (medium)

1 BurnShield Gel Packet (3.5 ml)


Main Pocket


1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

3 Antiseptic (BZK) Towelette

3 AfterBite Insect Sting and Itch Relief Towelette

1 BurnShield Gel Packet (3.5 ml)

1 BurnShield Hydrogel Burn Dressing (10cm x 10cm)

5 Bandage (large)

5 Bandage (medium)

5 Bandage (small)

2 Knuckle Bandage

2 Fingertip Bandage (large)

2 Fingertip Bandage (small)

5 Butterfly Wound Closure

4 Elbow/Knee Adhesive Bandage

1 Gauze Bandage Roll (small)

1 Self Adhesive Wrap (small)

2 Sterile Gauze Dressing (7.5cm x 7.5cm)

2 Sterile Eye Pad

1 Compress Bandage (3”)

1 Elastic Bandage with Self Closure

1 Triangular Bandage

1 First Aid Tape

1 Trauma Shears

1 Splinter Picker Forceps (tweezers)

2 Splinter Probes

1 Emergency Blanket (mylar)

5 Safety Pins

1 Whistle

2 Pair of Earplugs

1 CPR Breathing Barrier (small) with pair of Nitrile Gloves

1 Dex4 Fast Acting Glucose Tablets (10 pack)

1 First Aid Guide

The Compact Kit is a portable, all-in-one first aid solution ideal for various situations, from small events to extended excursions. With essential items organized across multiple pockets, it’s ready to address minor injuries, burns, insect stings, and more, making it an indispensable resource for those needing a comprehensive yet easy-to-carry kit.

The compact kit features four organized pockets and some loose items.

The dimensions of the compact are 5.1 in (D) x 7.9 in (L) x 5.9 in (H)

Inventory list:


Loose


2 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

2 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium


Small Pocket 1


5 Bandage (large)

25 Bandage (medium)

10 Bandage (small)

4 Knuckle Bandage

2 Fingertip Bandage (large)

2 Fingertip Bandage (small)

5 Butterfly Wound Closure


Small Pocket 2


6 AfterBite Insect Sting and Itch Relief Towelette

10 Antiseptic BZK Towelette

2 BurnShield Gel Packet (3.5 ml)


Under Small Pockets


1 Gauze Bandage Roll (small)

4 Elbow/Knee Adhesive Bandage

3 Sterile Gauze Dressing (5cm x 5cm)

3 Sterile Gauze Dressing (7.5cm x 7.5cm)

3 Sterile Gauze Dressing (10cm x 10cm)

1 Sterile Eye Pad

2 Non-Stick Pad (7.5cm x 10cm)

14 Pre-Cut and Shaped Moleskin (blister relief)

1 BurnShield Hydrogel Burn Dressing (10cm x 10cm)


Large Pocket


1 CPR Breathing Barrier (small, disposable)

1 Dex4 Fast Acting Glucose Tablets (10 pack)

1 First Aid Guide

1 Trauma Shears

1 Splinter Picker Forceps (tweezers)

1 First Aid Tape

5 Safety Pin

1 C-Splint Malleable Finger Splint

1 Instant Cold Pack (regular)

1 Triangular Bandage

1 Compress Bandage (3”)

1 Self Adhesive Wrap (small)

1 Button Compass

1 Whistle


Additional Supplies


1 Light Stick (12 hour)

2 Vomit Bag

2 Pair of Earplugs

1 Emergency Poncho

1 Emergency Blanket (mylar)


Loose


1 CPR Breathing Barrier (small, disposable, attached to Fractures & Sprains zipper)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

1 Tactical Tourniquet (3.8cm)


Wound Care & Burns


5 Bandage (large)

25 Bandage (medium)

20 Bandage (small)

4 Knuckle Bandage

4 Fingertip Bandage (large)

4 Fingertip Bandage (small)

4 Elbow/Knee Adhesive Bandage

10 Butterfly Wound Closure

6 Sterile Gauze Dressing (5cm x 5cm)

6 Sterile Gauze Dressing (7.5cm x 7.5cm)

6 Sterile Gauze Dressing (10cm x 10cm)

2 Sterile Eye Pad

4 Non-Stick Pad (7.5cm x 10cm)

1 Gauze Bandage Roll (large)

14 Pre-cut and Shaped Moleskin (blister relief)

4 BurnShield Gel Packet (3.5 ml)

2 BurnShield Sterile Trauma Hydrogel Burn Dressing (10cm x 10cm)


Antiseptic Towelettes and Ointments


6 AfterBite Insect Sting and Itch Relief Towelette

20 Antiseptic BZK Towelette


Medical Information and Instruments


1 Dex4 Fast Acting Glucose Tablets (10 pack)

1 First Aid Guide

1 Splinter Picker Forceps (tweezers)

1 Trauma Shears

4 Single-use Thermometer (32C – 40C)

1 First Aid Tape

5 Safety Pin


Fractures & Sprains


1 C-Splint Malleable Finger Splint

2 Wooden Finger Splint

1 Instant Cold Pack (regular)

2 Triangular Bandage

1 Elastic Bandage with Self Closure

1 Compress Bandage (4”)

1 Self Adhesive Wrap (large)

12 Sani-Hands Hand Sanitizer Wipes


Trauma Kit


1 CPR Breathing Barrier (small, disposable)

1 Combine/Abdominal Pad (small)

1 Combine/Abdominal Pad (large)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

1 Gauze Bandage Roll (small)

2 Disposable Face Mask


Additional Supplies


3 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

3 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

1 Emergency Blanket (mylar)

1 Light Stick (12 hour)

2 Vomit Bag

2 Pair of Earplugs


CPR Kit (External)


1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

1 CPR Breathing Barrier (large)


Loose


1 8-gauge Booster Cable (2.4 m)

1 Tow Rope with Metal Hooks

1 Solar Crank Flashlight with Radio, Compass, Siren, and Mobile Charger (with Micro USB, Lightning, and USB C chargers)

1 Multifunctional Pocket Knife

1 Emergency Warning Triangle with Sand Filled Base

1 Safety Vest with Reflective Strip

1 Pair of Reusable Black Nitrile Dipped Gloves (large)

1 Survival Candle (36 hours)

2 Emergency Poncho

4 Emergency Blanket (mylar)

2 Emergency Sleeping Bag (mylar)

5 Hand Warmers (pack of 2, 12 hours)

1 Emergency Safety Hammer with Seat Belt Cutter

1 Tire Gauge

1 S.O.S Warning Flag

7 Auto Plug-in Fuses

1 Duct Tape (6m)

1 Tactical Tourniquet (3.8cm)


Ziplock 1


4 Vomit Bag

2 Light Stick (12 hour)

4 Pair of Earplugs

1 Waterproof Matchbox (40 matches)

1 Windproof and Waterproof Matches (10 matches)


Ziplock 2


1 CPR Breathing Barrier (small, disposable)

2 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

2 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

1 Instant Cold Pack (regular)

2 Triangular Bandage

1 Compress Bandage (4”)

1 Dex4 Fast Acting Glucose Tablets (10 pack)

1 C-Splint Malleable Finger Splint


First Aid Kit


1 First Aid Guide

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (large)

1 Pair of Nitrile Gloves (medium)

10 Antiseptic BZK Towelette

6 AfterBite Insect Sting and Itch Relief Towelette

4 BurnShield Gel Packet (3.5 ml)

1 BurnShield Sterile Trauma Hydrogel Burn Dressing (10cm x 10cm)

6 Sani-Hands Hand Sanitizer Wipes

1 First Aid Tape

10 Bandage (large)

25 Bandage (medium)


10 Bandage (small)


4 Knuckle Bandage

4 Fingertip Bandage (large)

4 Fingertip Bandage (small)

4 Elbow/Knee Adhesive Bandage

10 Butterfly Wound Closure

3 Sterile Gauze Dressing (5cm x 5cm)

3 Sterile Gauze Dressing (7.5 cm × 7.5 cm)

3 Sterile Gauze Dressing (10 cm × 10 cm)

2 Non-Stick Pad (7.5cm x 10cm)

2 Gauze Bandage Roll (small)

14 Pre-cut and Shaped Moleskin (blister relief)

1 Self Adhesive Wrap (small)

1 Combine/Abdominal pad (small)

1 Straight Scissors

1 Splinter Picker Forceps (tweezers)


Winter/Off Road Kit*


1 Emergency Blanket (Multi-fibre, 104 cm × 182.8 cm)

1 Shovel

1 Traction Mat

How does it Work?

Browse our inventory list and choose the kit that best suits your needs. Fill out our quick request form or drop by the USC office at 132 Nideyinàn during operational hours. Grab your kit at the USC office. Pay a refundable deposit of $10 or $20, depending on the kit (this can be waived in exceptional circumstances). Return the kit and any multi-use supplies in their original condition within a month, regardless of usage, and get your deposit back!

Frequently Asked Questions

Any Carleton University student or student group can borrow a first aid kit for up to one month. The service is available for events, trips, or personal use.

We offer several types of kits, including small, daypack, compact, standard, car, compact, and survival backpack kits. Each kit contains different inventory items to suit your specific needs.

To borrow a kit, complete the Borrow a First Aid Kit Request Form or visit the USC office at 132 Nideyinàn during operational hours.

The service is free, though a $10 or $20 deposit is required depending on the kit. The deposit will be refunded when the kit is returned in good condition.

You do not need to replace any supplies you use. Just return the kit and any multi-use items in the same condition as when you borrowed them, and your deposit will be refunded.

Your deposit is held as a guarantee to ensure the safe return of the first aid kit in good condition. It is not used for any other purpose and will be fully refunded to you when the kit is returned in good condition. If the kit is not returned, the deposit will be used to re-purchase the kit/supplies.