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Cottage Season: Know Before You Go

Cottage Season: Know Before You Go

Spring has arrived and cottage season is officially in full swing. If you are one of the lucky ones and have a slice of paradise detached from the hustle and bustle of the city, it is likely you are starting to plan and prepare your upcoming adventure. It is no question, visiting a cottage requires a little bit of thought because realistically a remote location isn’t exactly ideal for last minute supplies and resources. Forgot your phone charger? Chances are the nearest store isn’t a brisk walk away. Surrounded by water, conservation and greenery, wildlife and sunshine, the isolation can often come with a handful of complications. It is essential you and your family hit the road for cottage country well prepared. There is nothing we love more than going off the grid. Limited distractions, stress and chaos offering an endless supply of vitamin D and outdoor entertainment. But what happens when an unexpected medical emergency breaks out? What are the chances your cottage is fully equipped to handle a crisis? Every minute counts and unfortunately, first responders may need quite a few of those minutes to reach you. Before we list our must-have cottage basics, one of the most critical supplies every single cottage MUST have is an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). An AED is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest and can help restore a healthy rhythm. This portable machinery is an essential piece when going off the grid because travel time and limited resources can jeopardize life-saving potential. Discover the life-saving benefits of an AED and which one might be right for you. Don’t let a medical emergency negatively impact your cottage experience. Go ahead and prepare for too much sunshine, land and water activities gone wrong, unexpected burns and painful stings and any other obstacles that may occur away from home.

Top 3 Must-Have Cottage Supplies
1. Burn and Cool Jel
2. Bite and Sting Extractor Kit
3. Waterproof Boat and Marine First Aid Kit

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Tips on Preparing Your Cottage for Summer

Boating at the Cottage

Tips on Preparing Your Cottage for Summer

Summer is just around the corner and at First Aid Canada we want you to be fully prepared to make the most of it.

Cottages are a great way to escape the bustle of the city and spend tranquil time amongst nature. Because being in a cottage can leave you quite secluded and far from resources such as doctors or paramedics it is important to prepare yourself for emergencies to avoid pain, trauma and hospital visits.

In addition to our fully stocked Cottage Kit, which comes in both Standard and Deluxe sizes, there are a few kits highly reccomended by first aid Canada, depending on your lifestyle:

Adventure First Aid Kit

For all of the adventurers out there, there is a kit specifically for you! This First Aid Kit is specifically designed to treat various injuries occuring in an outdoor setting, optimal for treating minor injuries such as cuts and scrapes. In addition to treatment supplies this kit also consists of supplies to prevent blisters, sun damage and insect bites.

Hikers’ First Aid Kit

The Hikers’ First Aid Kit is available in two different sizes; both Standard and Deluxe. Because hiking can bring you to some very remote locations it is important to prepare yourself for risks involved. These kits contain the recommended and additional first aid supplies to treat serious wounds and trauma related injuries in an outdoor setting. These kits also contain items to treat smaller injuries such as, insect bites, blister care and sun care.

Wilderness First Aid Kit

Being compact and lightweight the Wilderness First Aid Kit is optimal for treating injuries in an outdoor setting. If you enjoy taking day trips away from the cottage this is a great option as it contains items to treat both serious and minor injuries. 

Water Sports First Aid Kit

The Water Sports First Aid Kit is available in two different sizes depending on the size of your boat and/or your sporting needs and requirements. These kits offer an extensive assortment of first aid, emergency treatment and patient discomfort supplies for quick response to injuries and sickness that may occur in an outdoor water setting.

Lastly, if in addition to first aid needs heart health is a concern of yours having an Automated External Defibrillator onsite at the cottage could mean the difference between life and death. To learn more about which life-saving device would be right for you, click here.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your first aid needs please do not hesitate to contact the first aid Canada team.

Life is Precious. Be Prepared.

Beach Volleyball

Safety Tips for Canadian Summer Camps

Summer is almost here and we know that means your little ones are looking forward to attending Summer Camp or you, yourself have the joy of working or volunteering at one! Did you know First Aid Canada is a Preferred Vendor of the Ontario Camps Association?

Canada is a beautiful country to explore and discover which is why we want to minimize any possibilities of leaving the great outdoors to see a doctor or head to the hospital. By being fully prepared and stocked with first aid supplies injuries can be minimized, and hospital visits can be avoided entirely!

The most common kits used by Canadian summer camps are the Provincial First Aid Kits. Each Province within Canada requires a different kit based on the amount of people working at a specific place, the type of work and the establishments radius from emergecy medical care. To view the contents of the Provincial Regulation First Aid Kits, click here.

In addition to Provincial Regulation First Aid Kits, the following products are often reccomended:

Other smaller kits, great for day trips from camp are:

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Are You Cottage Ready?

Cottage on the lake

Are You Cottage Ready? 

With the weather heating up it has many of us daydreaming of our future cottage days… Lying on the dock, cruising in the boat and of course jumping into the lake. With great fun comes all the more need to be prepared when an emergency presents itself. Because cottages are often in remote locations being prepared to handle injuries both big and small will prevent hospital visits and allow for more fun to be had at the cottage! 

Here are a few of our recommendations for items to have onsite at the cottage:
 

Adventure Kit 

Smaller kits, such as the First Aid Canada Adventure Kit are handy to have onsite at the cottage for multiple reasons. Because these kits are small and compact they are great for daily excursions such as picnics or nature walks. Containing items such as alcohol antiseptic swabs, insect repellant and various sizes of fabric bandages makes this kit ideal for active families.
 

Wilderness Kit 

The First Aid Canada Wilderness Kit is also recommended for active families, as it is similar to the Adventure Kit, but contains additional items to prepare for extended outdoor use. This kit contains BzK wipes, an emergency blanket, insect repellant, sunscreen towelettes and much more. For a more detailed look of the full list of kit contents check out our Wilderness Kit page.
 

Hiking Kit

Are you a hiking enthusiast? Then the First Aid Canada Hikers’ Kit is right for you. This kit comes in two different versions: Hikers’ Kit – Standard and Hikers’ Kit – Deluxe. This kit contains everything needed to set out on great hiking adventures from the cottage. Being small, compact and encompassed in a lightweight, multi-compartment pack with an adjustable waist belt and quick release buckle makes it convenient for bringing along on your journey.
 

Cottage Kit 

Of course every kit needs a Cottage Kit! This kit comes in two variations the Cottage Kit – Standard and the Cottage Kit – Deluxe. Both kits contain items such as Butterfly Skin Closures and WoundSeal, which are crucial to have at the cottage. As mentioned above being in remote locations means all the more reason to be prepared to prevent infection and heal injuries quickly and efficiently. WoundSeal actually closes up wounds that may require stitches when a medical facility is nowhere near.
 

Emergency Survival Kit 

Is your cottage in an extremely remote location such as an island or miles away from the nearest doctor or hospital? If so you may want to consider an Emergency Survival Kit. There are two different variations of this kit: Emergency Survival Kit – 1 Person and Emergency Survival Kit – 1-2 People. These kits contain items such as an Emergency Blanket, Food Rations and Waterproof Matches, which have the potential to save lives in various emergency situations. 
 

Watersports Kit 

Are you spending a lot of time on the water, more specifically in your boat and taking part in water sports? Then the First Aid Canada Watersports Kit is an excellent choice for the boat. This type of kit comes in two variations the Water Sports Kit I and the Water Sports Kit II, each containing an extensive assortment of first aid emergency treatment and patient discomfort supplies for quick response to injuries and sickness that may occur in an outdoor water setting.

Please feel free to contact the First Aid Canada Team with any questions you may have on the kits mentioned above. We can be reached at 1-855- 322-4243 Monday to Friday 9AM – 5PM est. We want you to have the best and safest summer yet! 

Life is Precious. Be Prepared.

Man experiencing heart pain

Which AED is right for me?

Shopping for a defibrillator can seem quite intimidating due to all of the different models, manufacturers and high prices. First Aid Canada is happy to provide four different types of defibrillators; all of which are trustworthy, easy to use and set at appropriate prices. This blog is designed to help you discover the best defibrillator for your life and your needs.

Philips HeartStart Home Defibrillator

Are you looking for a defibrillator for the home? Defibrillators for the home are highly recommended with for individuals with health and heart concerns. If heart disease is a risk factor in your life, or the life of a loved one, having an AED in the home could result in the difference between life and death. Home defibrillators are also recommended for people living in rural areas or spending time away from medical help such as cabins, chalets or cottages. There is little to no training needed for the HeartStart Home Defibrillator which means it is designed for the ordinary person in the extraordinary moment. With an 8-year warranty, a fast response kit, a carrying case and more the Philips HeartStart Home could be the lifesaver in your life.

Philips HeartStart OnSite Defibrillator

Philips HeartStart Onsite Automated External Defibrillators are the perfect life-saving device for public spaces such as community centers and sports arenas. Just like the Philips HeartStart Home defibrillator, the Philips Onsite is extremely easy to operate with both audio and visual cues. This model is designed for acting fast to save a life in a fast paced environment. With the ability to deliver a shock in about 8 seconds after the end of a CPR interval, this model one of the fastest operating AEDs. For a visual example check out this video:

Philips HeartStart FRx Defibrillator

The Philips HeartStart FRx Defibrillator is specifically designed for first responders needing a lifesaving device that is rugged, easy to use and extremely reliable. On the scene with law enforcement, on the field with athletes, or on the job in industrial workplaces, the FRx AED is built to treat sudden cardiac arrest in environments and conditions too demanding for many other defibrillators. This model also includes a fast response kit containing additional supplies such as a CPR Face Mask, Paramedic Scissors, Pair of Nitrile Gloves, Razor & Absorbent Cloth. For more information on this particular model check out the video below: 

ZOLL Semi-Automatic AED Plus

ZOLL’s AED Plus® features Real CPR Help®, a tool that is able to actually see what you are doing and provide feedback to help you do it well. For example, audio and visual prompts help you rescue with confidence and clarity such as advising you to push harder on the victims chest during CPR compressions or stop CPR compressions. For more information check out the ZOLL AED Plus Demonstration Video:

Still have questions? Feel free to contact the First Aid Canada team anytime between 9-5 est. at 1-855-322-4243.

Life is Precious. Be Prepared.

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Reccomendations for Staying Safe at the Cottage

Reccomendations for Staying Safe at the Cottage

There’s no better season than cottage season. With summer approaching quickly it’s important to be sure you’re ready for your first weekend of relaxation. First Aid Canada is here to provide you with the products to keep safe over the summer season in the comfort of your cottage. Below are the minumum, mandatory items each cottage kit should contain:

The Basics (necessary items):

* All of the products listed above are included in our Deluxe Cottage Kit. For the entire list of kit contents please click here.

Additional Products (you may want to consider more of these): 

All of these products are available at FirstAidCanada.com. Shop away and get all of your cottage safety supplies from one, 100% Canadian owned and operated source. 

Life is Precious. Be Prepared.