Evolution Plus Critical Injury Bleed Control Kit (Medium) - Martyn's Law compliant with wall-mount bracket

Evolution Plus Critical Injury Bleed Control Kit (Medium)

The Evolution Plus Critical Injury Bleed Control Kit (Medium) is a purpose-assembled trauma response kit for workplaces, construction sites, and public venues where a severe or life-threatening bleed requires immediate treatment before emergency services arrive. Housed in a hinged, bright orange Evolution case with a carrying handle and wall-mount bracket, it provides a fixed emergency point that first aiders can also lift and carry directly to the casualty. With the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 now in force, organisations subject to Martyn's Law have a documented obligation to plan for mass casualty scenarios: this kit directly supports that preparedness requirement alongside existing Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations duties.

Why choose the Evolution Plus Critical Injury Bleed Control Kit (Medium)

• Haemostatic dressings for accelerated clotting: The two HypaStop haemostatic gauze dressings (10cm x 10cm) are specially treated to promote rapid clotting at the wound site, addressing the primary cause of preventable death in trauma situations: uncontrolled blood loss. Standard first aid dressings do not provide this function.

• Emergency tourniquet for limb bleeds: The included tourniquet applies controlled pressure above a wound to restrict blood flow from severe limb injuries, buying critical time until paramedics take over. This is the single most effective intervention for catastrophic limb bleeds and is not included in standard workplace first aid kits.

• Immediately identifiable in an emergency: The bright orange Evolution case is engineered for visibility in chaotic site and venue environments. When seconds matter, a first aider should not be searching for the kit.

• Portable and fixed-point in one unit: The carrying handle allows the kit to be taken directly to the casualty. The wall-mount bracket, supplied with the kit, allows it to be stored at a designated emergency point without occupying shelf or surface space.

• Guidance leaflet for untrained responders: The included first aid guidance leaflet enables a bystander with no formal training to use the kit's contents correctly, which is a realistic requirement in the first minutes of a construction site or venue emergency.

• Clothing cutters for immediate wound access: The 15cm clothing cutters allow fast removal of clothing obstructing access to a wound, which in a construction environment often means cutting through multiple layers of workwear.

• Foil blanket for shock management: The HypaGuard foil blanket addresses hypothermia and shock, both of which can develop rapidly following significant blood loss, particularly on outdoor construction sites.

What's in the box?

• 1 x emergency tourniquet
• 2 x HypaStop haemostatic gauze dressings, 10cm x 10cm
• 2 x HypaCover trauma dressings, large
• 2 x HypaTouch nitrile gloves (pair)
• 1 x HypaGuard foil blanket
• 1 x clothing cutters, 15cm
• 1 x first aid guidance leaflet
• 1 x Evolution Plus orange hinged case with carrying handle and wall-mount bracket

 Specifications

Who is this for?

The Evolution Plus Critical Injury Bleed Control Kit (Medium) is intended for site managers, H&S officers, facilities managers, and first aid coordinators procuring emergency trauma provision for UK construction sites, industrial workplaces, agricultural operations, and public venues. It is equally relevant for event safety managers and venue operators with obligations under the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, where preparedness for mass casualty incidents is now a documented legal requirement. The kit is designed to be used by designated first aiders and, in an emergency, by any bystander following the included guidance leaflet.

Typical applications

• Construction and civil engineering sites where machinery, cutting equipment, and working-at-height create a risk of severe limb and torso injury beyond the scope of a standard first aid kit

• Industrial and manufacturing facilities where rotating machinery, presses, or sharp components present a catastrophic bleed risk as part of the site risk assessment

• Agricultural operations in locations where ambulance response times are extended, and where machinery and livestock handling generate injury risks requiring immediate intervention

• Public venues, stadiums, and entertainment sites with capacities above 200, where Martyn's Law requires documented emergency preparedness plans including first aid provision for mass casualty scenarios

• Events and festivals where a large temporary workforce and public attendance create both occupational and public safety first aid requirements

• Remote and offshore work environments where the gap between injury and professional medical attendance is measured in hours rather than minutes

• Security and facilities teams in commercial buildings or transport hubs requiring a fixed emergency response point accessible to staff at all times

How to use

1. Mount the kit at a clearly signed, accessible fixed point using the supplied wall-mount bracket, or keep it in a designated location accessible to all first aiders on shift.

2. In the event of a severe bleed, take the kit by the carrying handle directly to the casualty. Do not move the casualty unless they are in immediate danger.

3. Put on the HypaTouch nitrile gloves before touching the wound or the casualty, to protect both parties from infection and bloodborne pathogen exposure.

4. Assess the wound. For a severe limb bleed, apply the emergency tourniquet above the wound and tighten until blood flow stops. Note the time of application and communicate this to the emergency services on arrival.

5. For non-limb wounds or wounds where a tourniquet cannot be applied, open a HypaStop haemostatic dressing and apply it directly to the wound with firm, sustained pressure. Do not remove the dressing once applied.

6. If the wound is obstructed by clothing, use the clothing cutters to remove the material. Do not attempt to pull clothing over the wound.

7. Apply a HypaCover trauma dressing over the haemostatic dressing to maintain pressure and absorb further blood loss.

8. Wrap the casualty in the HypaGuard foil blanket to reduce heat loss and manage shock, particularly in outdoor or cold environments.

9. Keep the casualty calm, still, and monitored until emergency services arrive. Pass the first aid guidance leaflet to any untrained bystander who can assist.

10. Record the time of each intervention and hand over a clear account to paramedics on arrival.

Safety

All individuals likely to use this kit should receive catastrophic bleed control training, covering tourniquet application, haemostatic dressing use, and shock management. The included first aid guidance leaflet is intended to support action in an emergency by an untrained bystander and does not replace formal training. Nitrile gloves must be worn before any contact with the casualty or wound to reduce cross-contamination risk and bloodborne pathogen exposure. The tourniquet should never be applied over a joint. Once a haemostatic dressing is applied and blood flow is controlled, it must not be removed in the field: removal should only be performed by trained medical professionals. Check the sterile contents of the kit against expiry dates at each periodic inspection and replace any items at or beyond their expiry. Do not use this kit in place of calling 999: its purpose is to stabilise the casualty until professional medical assistance arrives.

Maintenance

Inspect the kit at the start of each month and following any use or emergency. Check that the case latch and hinge are intact, that the wall-mount bracket fixings remain secure, and that all contents are present, undamaged, and within their expiry dates. Sterile items including haemostatic dressings and trauma dressings have a defined shelf life: replace individual items as they approach expiry rather than waiting for the full kit to expire. After any use, replace all consumed or opened items immediately and document the replenishment in the site first aid record. Store the kit away from direct sunlight and heat sources, both of which degrade latex and sterile packaging over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Martyn's Law and does this kit help us comply with it?

 A: The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, known as Martyn's Law, requires most UK premises and events with a capacity of 200 or more to assess the risk of a terrorist attack and put in place plans to mitigate physical harm if one occurs. Having a documented, accessible bleed control kit as part of your emergency response provision directly supports compliance with that requirement. The Evolution Plus Critical Injury Bleed Control Kit provides the haemostatic dressings, tourniquet, and trauma supplies identified in guidance from ProtectUK and the National Counter Terrorism Security Office as appropriate first aid provision for mass casualty preparedness.

Q: Is this kit a replacement for a standard workplace first aid kit?

 A: No. It is designed to supplement a standard first aid kit, not replace it. The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require workplaces to maintain appropriate first aid provision based on a risk assessment. For workplaces where machinery, sharp objects, or other hazards create a risk of catastrophic blood loss, a bleed control kit addresses the gap between a standard kit's capability and the severity of injury that site conditions can produce. Both types of provision should be maintained concurrently.

Q: Does this kit come with a wall-mount bracket?

 A: Yes. The wall-mount bracket is supplied with the kit and allows it to be installed at a fixed emergency response point on a wall, post, or hoarding. The Evolution Plus case also has a carrying handle, so the same kit can be lifted from the bracket and taken directly to the casualty without transferring contents to a bag.

Q: What does the HypaStop haemostatic dressing do that a standard dressing cannot?

 A: A standard dressing absorbs blood and applies pressure. A haemostatic dressing does both of those things and also contains agents that actively accelerate the blood clotting process at the wound site. In a severe or arterial bleed, standard dressings can become saturated quickly without controlling blood loss. The HypaStop gauze is designed specifically for those situations, where controlling clotting speed is the difference between stabilising the casualty and continued life-threatening blood loss.

Q: Who should use this kit in an emergency?

 A: The kit is primarily intended for use by a trained first aider. However, the included first aid guidance leaflet provides step-by-step instructions written for use by an untrained bystander if no first aider is immediately available. This reflects the reality that in a serious construction site or venue incident, the first person to reach the casualty may not be a trained first aider, and any intervention in the first few minutes carries significant survival benefit.

Q: How often should the kit be inspected and restocked?

 A: At minimum, inspect the kit monthly and after every use. Check that all sterile items are within their expiry date, that the case is undamaged, and that the wall-mount bracket fixings are secure. After any use, replace consumed or opened items immediately. The sterile components of a bleed control kit typically carry a shelf life of around five years, but individual items should be checked against their own printed expiry dates rather than relying on a blanket timeline.

Q: Is this kit suitable for a construction site with a small workforce?

 A: Yes. The Health and Safety Executive's guidance on first aid risk assessments is clear that the nature of the hazard, not just the number of workers, determines the appropriate level of provision. A construction site with cutting equipment, powered machinery, or working-at-height tasks carries a risk of catastrophic bleed regardless of headcount. A site with five operatives using angle grinders has a higher requirement for bleed control provision than an office of fifty.

Q: What training do staff need to use this kit effectively?

 A: Formal catastrophic bleed control training is recommended for any designated first aider expected to use the kit. Courses covering tourniquet application, haemostatic dressing use, and shock management are widely available in the UK and are referenced in the BS8599-1:2019 standard for workplace first aid kits. The included guidance leaflet enables untrained bystanders to act in an emergency, but it does not replace structured training for those with a formal first aider responsibility.

Q: Can this kit be used outdoors and in adverse conditions?

 A: Yes. The Evolution Plus hard case is engineered for site and outdoor environments. The hinged orange case protects the contents from dust, moisture, and impact, and the bright orange colour ensures visibility in low-light or chaotic conditions. The foil blanket included in the kit is particularly relevant for outdoor and cold-weather use, where a casualty who has lost blood is at significant risk of hypothermia.

Q: Why order from CMT Group rather than a general first aid supplier?

 A: Orders placed by 7pm are dispatched for next working day delivery, and a VIP dedicated vehicle service is available for urgent requirements, dispatched within 30 minutes of order confirmation. For site managers and procurement teams running multiple projects, CMT's EDGE portal provides agreed contract pricing, role-based spending controls, and full delivery tracking across all sites. CMT holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, CHAS Elite, SSIP, and BSIF Registered Safety Supplier accreditations.