Trauma kits placed in community spaces countywide

The medical kits are for use by anyone in an emergency situation, with 100 installed since November 2024

One hundred life-saving trauma kits have been put into community spaces across Worcestershire in the space of a year.

The first aid kits, funded by the county council, are designed to allow anyone without training to help stabilise casualities in the event of an incident before professional help arrives.

The rollout of the kits, which contain trauma dressings and tourniquets, were aimed at ensuring community preparedness for emergency situations, said the authority.

Work began in November 2024 in support of the introduction of the Protection of Premises Bill, otherwise known as Martyn's Law, after Manchester Arena attack victim Martyn Hett.

"This is about being prepared, not alarmed," said Satinder Bell, councillor with responsibility for health and wellbeing at Worcestershire County Council.

Trauma kits were a practical tool that can be used in a variety of situations, added the councillor, and part of a "wider commitment to supporting wellbeing, safety, and emergency preparedness".

Heart of Worcestershire College were among the first to apply for the kits, with six now installed across its campuses.

"We're proud to lead by example, ensuring our facilities are prepared for emergencies while supporting the wider community," said a college spokesperson.

"Already, staff and students have told us they feel more secure knowing life-saving equipment is close at hand."

Funding was still available to allow schools, colleges, shops, entertainment venues, tourist attractions and hotels to buy a kit, said the county council.