Saline wound cleansing wipes for cleaning minor cuts and grazes before dressing, and for restocking workplace, travel and vehicle first aid kits.
Saline wound cleansing wipes for cleaning minor cuts and grazes before dressing, and for restocking workplace, travel and vehicle first aid kits.
| BULK DISCOUNT | 12 | 24 |
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| Price | £8.17 £9.80 | £7.18 £8.62 |
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Log in to access trade discountsSaline wound cleansing wipes for cleaning dirt and debris from minor cuts and grazes before a plaster or dressing goes on. Each soft non-woven wipe is soaked in sterile salt water (NaCl 0.9%) and sealed in its own sachet. They are alcohol free, so they clean an open wound without the sting of an alcohol wipe.
Alcohol wipes sting on open cuts, so people often skip cleaning and put a plaster straight over dirt. Grit left under a plaster can lead to infection. Saline matches the salt level of the body, so it rinses the wound gently and the casualty is more likely to let it be cleaned properly.
Sterile 0.9% saline: the same salt level as body fluids, for gentle wound cleaning.
Alcohol free: does not sting open cuts and grazes.
Individually sealed sachets: each wipe stays sterile until opened, so one can be used without exposing the rest.
Soft non-woven fabric: wipes away grit and dirt from cuts and grazes.
Compact 50mm x 88mm size: fits easily in workplace, travel and vehicle first aid kits.
5-year shelf life: from manufacture, so kits stay stocked for longer between checks.
Trades and roles
First aiders and appointed persons
Site managers
Facilities managers
Fleet managers
Procurement teams
Industries
Construction
Facilities management
Warehousing and logistics
Manufacturing
Education and public sector
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product name | Saline Wound Cleansing Wipes - Sterile and Alcohol Free |
| Product code | HSAW100 |
| Product type | Sterile wound cleansing wipe |
| Solution | Sterile salt water, NaCl 0.9% |
| Liquid per wipe | Approx. 1.5g |
| Alcohol | Alcohol free |
| Antiseptic | No, saline cleanses but is not an antiseptic |
| Material | Non-woven fabric |
| Wipe size | 50mm x 88mm |
| Packaging | Individually sealed sachets |
| Sterile | Yes |
| Shelf life | 5 years from manufacture |
| Colour | White |
| Use or condition | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Cleaning minor cuts and grazes before a plaster or dressing | Suitable |
| Restocking BS 8599-1 and HSE workplace first aid kits | Suitable, as cleansing wipes |
| Sensitive skin and open wounds | Suitable, alcohol free so it does not sting like alcohol wipes |
| Travel and vehicle first aid kits | Suitable, each wipe is individually sealed |
| Disinfecting skin or killing germs | Not recommended, saline is not an antiseptic |
| Cleaning surfaces or equipment | Not recommended, use surface or hand wipes |
| Rinsing eyes | Not recommended, use eye wash pods or an eye wash station |
First aiders use saline wipes to clean minor wounds before covering them, in every type of workplace. Facilities and site teams buy them in bulk to restock workplace, travel and vehicle first aid kits. They are one of the items kits run out of first, along with plasters and gloves.
Cleaning grit and dirt from cuts and grazes on site before applying a plaster.
Restocking BS 8599-1 and HSE workplace first aid kits after use.
Topping up travel and vehicle first aid kits.
Cleaning the skin around a wound before a dressing is applied.
Keeping spare wipes at first aid points and in site offices.
Step 1: Wash your hands or put on gloves.
Step 2: Tear open the sachet and unfold the wipe.
Step 3: Wipe gently from the centre of the wound outwards, using a fresh area of the wipe for each stroke.
Step 4: Use a new wipe if the wound is still dirty.
Step 5: Let the skin dry, then cover with a plaster or dressing.
Step 6: Dispose of used wipes safely and restock the kit.
Treating saline wipes as an antiseptic, when they clean but do not kill germs.
Wiping from the outside in, which pulls dirt into the wound.
Reusing one wipe on more than one wound.
Using the wipes to rinse eyes, which needs eye wash.
Leaving opened sachets in the kit, where they dry out and lose sterility.
For external use on minor wounds only. Seek medical help for deep wounds, heavy bleeding or wounds with embedded objects. Watch for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling or heat, after cleaning.
Store the pack in a cool, dry place. The wipes have a shelf life of 5 years from manufacture. Discard any sachets that are damaged or past their expiry date.
Q: What are saline wound cleansing wipes used for?
A: They clean dirt and debris from minor cuts and grazes before a plaster or dressing goes on. They are also the standard cleansing wipe for restocking workplace first aid kits.
Q: What does NaCl 0.9% mean on the wipe?
A: NaCl is the chemical name for salt, sodium chloride. 0.9% is the salt level of the solution, which matches the body’s own fluids. That is why saline cleans wounds gently without stinging.
Q: Are these antiseptic wipes?
A: Saline cleans a wound by washing away dirt, but it does not kill germs as an antiseptic does. Minor cuts are usually cleaned with water or saline, then covered with a plaster or dressing.
Q: What are these wipes not suitable for?
A: They are not for disinfecting skin, cleaning surfaces or rinsing eyes. They are not for deep wounds or heavy bleeding, which need a dressing and medical help.
Q: Why choose alcohol free wipes?
A: Alcohol wipes sting on open cuts, so casualties often pull away before the wound is cleaned. Alcohol free saline wipes are gentle on broken skin, so the wound can be cleaned properly.
Q: Can I use these to restock a first aid kit?
A: They suit BS 8599-1 and HSE workplace kits, which list cleansing wipes, as well as travel and vehicle kits. Each wipe is individually sealed, so it stays sterile in the kit until used.
Q: How long do the wipes last?
A: The manufacturer gives a shelf life of 5 years from manufacture. Store them cool and dry, and check the expiry date during kit checks.
