First Aid Kit

[Bacardi]

First aid kit on board, is this a requirement for trikes and what should be the minimum contents.

Where to read?

thanks

[Morph]

Not sure if there is a legal requirement but I definately would have one. I bought a number of those travelling ones and I have them in each car and in the plane. Cape Union Mart sell a brilliant one as do most of the Pharmacies. They typically measure 200mmX100mmX50mm and have velcro on the one side to stick to carpets etc.

[Quentin Ferreira]

Where can you get a kit ??
Quentin Ferreira
ZU-ATP
Newcastle

[Bacardi]

Apparently a Notam to the effect. RMF trikes without kits to be grounded. Any info appreciated.

[Coyote]

Builders Warehouse sell a fantastic variety and they come in a light zip bag - a must have for any aircraft. It even has panados for those flyaway weekends.

[Bacardi]

Guys, I'd like to know if the issue is a legal requirement. The kit is in my trike anyway. Just wondering why this is the first time I get to hear about a first aid kit inspection. Thanks and fly safe this arvie. On my way to Kroon Intl.

[Coyote]

Jeees Sorry

[justin.schoeman]

Rather interesting question. Under part 91 (general operations - which should apply to aircraft), the following requirement is listed:

Standard first aid kit

91.04.16

(1) No owner or operator of an aircraft shall operate the aircraft unless such aircraft is equipped with an appropriate first aid kit as prescribed in Document SA-CATS-OPS 91.

(2) The owner or operator shall carry out periodical inspections of the first aid kits to ensure that, as far as practicable, the contents thereof are in a condition necessary for their intended use.

(3) The supplies in the standard first aid kit shall be replenished at regular intervals, in accordance with instructions contained on their labels, or as circumstances require.

And from the CATS:

91.04.16 STANDARD FIRST AID KIT
South African Civil Aviation Technical Standards / SA-CATS-OPS 91 General
Operating and Flight Rules / 91.04.16 STANDARD FIRST AID KIT / 1. Standard first
aid kits
1. Standard first aid kits
(1) The following must be included in the first aid kit:
(a) Bandage (unspecified);
(b) burns dressings (unspecified);
(c) wound dressings, large and small;
(d) adhesive tape, safety pins and scissors;
(e) small adhesive dressings;
(f) antiseptic wound cleaner;
(g) adhesive wound closures;
(h) adhesive tape;
(i) disposable resuscitation aid;
(j) simple analgesic e.g. paracetamol;
(k) antiemetic e.g. cinnarizine;
(l) nasal decongestant;
(m) first aid handbook;
(n) splints, suitable for upper and lower limbs;
(o) gastrointestinal antacid +;
(p) anti-diarrhoeal medication e.g. loperamide +;
(q) ground/air visual signal code for use by survivors;
(r) disposable glove; and
(s) a list of contents in at least 2 languages (English and one other). This should include
information on the effects and side effects of drugs carried.
Notes:
1. An eye irrigator whilst not required to be carried in the first aid kit should, where possible, be
available for use on the ground.
2. + indicates aircraft with more than 9 passenger seats installed.
(2) Unless the standard first aid kit is clearly visible, its location must be indicated by a placard or
sign, and appropriate symbols may be used to supplement the placard or sign.
(3) An owner or operator must ensure that the standard first aid kit is readily accessible for use.
(4) An aircraft must be equipped with the following number of standard first aid kits:
Number of passenger Number of standard first
seats installed aid kits required
0 to 99 1
100 to 199 2
200 to 299 3
300 and more 4

HOWEVER, when looking at the new part 103 (microlight aircraft), the minimum equipment list is:

South African Civil Aviation Technical Standards / SA-CATS-OPS 103 Operation
of Microlight Aeroplanes / 103.02.5 EQUIPMENT / 1. Equipment
1. Equipment
A microlight aeroplane must be equipped with –
(1) a seat with an approved safety belt for each person on board;
(2) a map which covers the complete route of the proposed flight;
(3) in the case of flight above 3 000 feet mean sea level, one altimeter; and
(5) in the case of an operation over water beyond gliding distance from a safe alighting area, one
lifejacket or individual flotation device for each person on board, stored in a position easily
accessible from the seat or berth of the person for whose use it is provided.

So it is possible that it is not a legal requirement for microlights. Anybody know if this interpretation is correct?

-justin

[Bacardi]

Thanks muchly Justin.

[Thunderboy]

Not heard that its a requirement -will check anyway
However a simple one might not be a bad idea. A good idea is one of those space blankets the thin metal type (looks like a tin foil thingy), not only can you use it as a blanket if need be but it reflects well in the case of a search and rescue.

if flying x country a bit of water and a bit of biltong, energy sweets, flash light might also proove usefull in case of emergency

[Bacardi]

Yo TB

I want to know if you can fly your trike LEGALLY without 1st aid kit.

R

[Bacardi]

[Harlequin]

My five cents worth.
I have had a kit on my craft for a long time now.
It will not meet the regs as stipulated above but has all the necessary's for a mishap. Including thermal blanket.
I have also aquired a small fire extinguisher which I keep on board, aerosol size.
Would like to hear more comments.

Graham.

[ZS-NEL]

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