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9029 Why is first aid important? http://www.mfasco.com/10-great-reason-why-you-need-a-first-aid-kit-image.jpg http://www.mfasco.com/10-great-reason-why-you-need-a-first-aid-kit-thumb.jpg

There will be a time in your life when you wish you had a first aid kit close by.  Famous last words from a company who markets these items all over the United States, but it’s true.  We hear stories all the time about people who get injured and didn’t have a first aid kit.  We believe so strongly about this issue we’ve listed 10 great reasons why you need a first aid kit.

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10282 Top 8 First Aid Kit Types http://www.mfasco.com/spacer_2.gif

Finding a first aid kit for work, home, recreation or travel can be difficult because their are so many choices. We’re experts when it comes to first aid kits and supplies. MFASCO Health & Safety is an American family owned business that manufacturers the best first aid kits available. We’ve compiled our top 8 first aid kits, each one is specific towards the application. You will be sure to find the best first aid kit for your application. As with all of our kits, each one can be customizable and offers a printable checklist and easy refill tool.

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Keeping a workplace clean and free of germs can be a major challenge. Everyone has experienced the office emptying out during flu season or coming in paranoid because everyone has the sniffles.  For this reason, disinfecting hard surfaces in the workplace is critical to general health. Here are some tips for keeping your workplace a healthy environment for everyone:

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9586 5 Ways to use a hygiene kit

Good personal hygiene is important for our health and social encounters. Often, there are times when we need to use hygiene products while we are away from our home. Small toiletry bathroom items like soap, shampoo, deodorant, a toothbrush and toothpaste are just a few of the basic hygiene items that can easily be placed in a small kit or bag. Below are 5 ways to use a hygiene kit. We’ve provided a few details about each type so you can decide what meets your needs.

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While summer is in full swing, families are enjoying their summer break. Before too long however, it will be "back to school time". Summer is the perfect time to plan and prepare for the next upcoming school year.  With this in mind, we wanted to highlight 3 important areas you and your child should plan for and discuss.  Spend a minute and learn about school health, first aid and safety.

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Cooler changing weather brings sickness.  Don't let the cold & flu season get you down.   Even though these illnesses are easily passed from person to person, you can help prevent passing them to others and reduce your risk of catching them by simply washing your hands!  The CDC recommends these 5 steps to proper hand-washing.  Let's take a look and see how-to wash our hand the right way and reduce our chances from catching the common cold or flu.

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We're excited to share a new way to create a custom first aid kit!  MFASCO has developed 3 new ways to quickly make your own custom first aid kit here on our website! Remember, anytime you see MAK (the "Make A Kit" character named MAK), you will be able to customize that product.

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8758 How to disinfect safety glasses http://www.mfasco.com/How-to-disinfect-safety-glasses-image.jpg http://www.mfasco.com/How-to-disinfect-safety-glasses-thumb.jpg

Every day millions of Americans wear safety glasses to protect themselves from eye injuries. Tens of thousands of children wear safety glasses in vocational and technology classes in our public schools. Much attention is given to the proper use and warnings related to eye injuries and prevention but little is given to the care, cleaning and disinfecting of safety glasses. This is especially important for environments where safety glasses are shared between other people. This brief article will help us learn how to disinfect our safety glasses so they are safe and ready to use.

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8581 Understanding the importance of PPE for bodily fluids http://www.mfasco.com/Understanding-the-importance-of-PPE-for-bodily-fluids-image.jpg http://www.mfasco.com/Understanding-the-importance-of-PPE-for-bodily-fluids-thumb.jpg

There's no way of knowing exactly when an unexpected biohazard will present itself. With that said, having the right PPE on hand, including gowns, masks or respirators, gloves and goggles, in case of a possible emergency will certainly lead to healthier and safer outcomes in the long run.

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8574 How to sanitize your first aid kit - VIDEO http://www.mfasco.com/How-to-sanitize-your-first-aid-kit-VIDEO-thumb.jpg

Sanitizing a first aid kit is fast and easy to do.   For first aid supplies to be most effective, it's imperative to keep your kit clean and sanitized. After all, no one wants to use dusty gauze or outdated ointment. Follow these steps for keeping your first aid kit clean and tidy:

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