Cases and Carrying Bags – First Aid Kits

A first aid kit is only useful if it is complete, clean and easy to find. The container plays a bigger role than you might think: it protects supplies from impact, moisture and dust, keeps the contents organized and lets you carry the kit to the person who needs it.

This category brings together the carrying cases and bags offered at Cardio Choc. Some models are designed to protect sensitive equipment in demanding conditions, while others are used to carry emergency supplies. Here is how to find your way around and choose based on your use.

Why does the container of a first aid kit matter?

First aid supplies can sit for a long time in a vehicle, a workshop or a backpack before they are used. During that time, they are subject to vibration, temperature changes and sometimes splashes. A good container reduces these risks.

Protect the contents

A punctured sterile package or a crushed item is of no help when you need it. A rigid case or a padded bag limits damage from impact and handling.

Keep supplies organized

When every item has its place, you find what you are looking for faster. Interior foam, compartments or a wide opening help group supplies together and let you see at a glance what is missing.

Be easy to spot and carry

A handle, a shoulder strap or a compact size lets you move the kit effortlessly, from a vehicle to a job site or from one room to another.

What types of cases and bags do we offer?

Our selection includes six products for different uses. The product pages detail the dimensions, materials and features of each one.

NANUK hard cases

NANUK cases are designed to protect the equipment they hold.

• The NANUK 904 waterproof case is the most compact in the range. It is described as waterproof, impact-resistant and dust-resistant, and it floats on water. Its PowerClaw latching system keeps it securely closed, and it is covered by a lifetime warranty. Its interior dimensions are 8.4 in x 6 in x 3.7 in.
• The NANUK 930 case offers more space: a volume of 26.5 L and interior dimensions of 18 in x 13 in x 6.9 in. It includes customizable cubed foam, an automatic pressure relief valve, an ergonomic handle and stainless steel hardware. Its shell is made of NK-7 resin.
• The NANUK 920 heated case is designed for a defibrillator (AED). It is built to keep the equipment operational in extreme conditions, resists impact, water and dust, and includes protective interior foam.

A kit already presented in a NANUK case

The waterproof, floating first aid kit in a NANUK 904 case is listed with our first aid kits. Its rugged, floating case protects the contents from water, impact and outdoor conditions. It is aimed at moderate-risk environments, including marine, industrial and work settings. See the product page for details on what it contains.

Oxygen carrying bags

These two bags are not for storing a first aid kit: they are made for a D-type oxygen cylinder. You will find them here because they complement response equipment.

• The oxygen carrying bag, D cylinder fits D or Jumbo D cylinders. It is lightweight, blue, and its shoulder strap makes it easy to carry (28 in x 8 in x 10 in).
• The FERNO 5120 medical oxygen D carrying bag is padded and built with an aluminum frame that gives it stability. It opens with a double zipper for quick access, hangs easily from a bed and has a replaceable moisture-resistant base. It is made of Cordura and Plastazote, and it is compatible with FERNO mini bags. This product is available on request for a quote.

How do you choose based on your use?

Start by asking yourself three questions: what will you store in the container, where will it be kept and who will need to use it?

Use — What to look at — Product pages to see

• Vehicle — What to look at: Compact size, secure closure, contents protected from impact; Product pages to see: NANUK 904 case
• Job site or industrial setting — What to look at: Resistance to impact, water and dust; Product pages to see: NANUK 904 kit, NANUK 930 case
• Outdoors and water activities — What to look at: Waterproofing, buoyancy; Product pages to see: NANUK 904 case
• Defibrillator in extreme conditions — What to look at: Case designed for an AED; Product pages to see: NANUK 920 heated case
• Oxygen in medical or emergency settings — What to look at: D-type cylinder, shoulder carry or hanging; Product pages to see: D cylinder bag, FERNO 5120

For the vehicle

Size matters as much as ruggedness: measure the available space and compare it with the exterior dimensions on the product page. Store the container in a stable spot known to the occupants so it doesn't slide around when braking. For more ideas, see our personal and car use collection.

For job sites and workplaces

A container exposed to water, dust and handling needs to hold up. Check the closure system and make sure employees know where the kit is. For a kit that meets the requirements of your workplace, see our CSA workplace collection.

For the outdoors

If you will be near water or on wet terrain, choose a waterproof container. For kits designed for outings, browse the sports and outdoors collection.

How do you fill or restock an empty container?

An empty case protects supplies, but it is not a first aid kit on its own. Once you have chosen the container, you still need to fill it.

• If you are starting from scratch, the first aid kits collection offers ready-assembled sets.
• If your workplace has to meet a standard, see the CSA workplace collection to choose the kit or refill that matches your obligations.
• If you are keeping your container, replace used or expired items and keep a list of the contents.

In every case, make sure the supplies you add respect their conditions of use and storage.

How do you maintain a case or carrying bag?

A good container does not replace regular checks.

• Check that the closures, latches and handles work properly.
• Examine the condition of the seals, stitching, zippers and base.
• Clean the exterior and interior according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Check the contents: missing items, damaged packaging, expiry dates.
• Update the contents list after each use.

A check at the change of season is a simple habit, especially for a container kept in a vehicle.

Buy a case or bag for your first aid kit from Cardio Choc

The right container protects the supplies, makes them easier to carry and lets you find them quickly. At Cardio Choc, you will find NANUK hard cases, a waterproof, floating kit and oxygen carrying bags.

To fill your container, explore our complete first aid kit collection.

Can't decide between two sizes? Contact Cardio Choc: we will help you find the container suited to your use.

Which case should you choose for a compact first aid kit?

The NANUK 904 waterproof case is the most compact in our selection. Compare its interior and exterior dimensions, listed on the product page, with the supplies you want to store in it.

Does the NANUK 904 case float on water?

Yes. The product page for the NANUK 904 waterproof case states that it floats on water, is waterproof and resists impact and dust.

What is the difference between the NANUK 904 and the NANUK 930?

The NANUK 904 is the smallest and most compact. The NANUK 930 offers a 26.5 L volume and customizable cubed foam to store more supplies.

Is an empty case a CSA-compliant kit?

No, not on its own. An empty container has to be filled. If your workplace is subject to a standard, choose a kit designed to meet it from our CSA workplace collection.

Is the NANUK 920 heated case used to store a first aid kit?

It is designed for a defibrillator (AED) to keep the equipment operational in extreme conditions. See the product page for its features.

Can the oxygen bags be used as a first aid kit?

They are designed to carry a D-type oxygen cylinder. For first aid supplies, another container will be more appropriate.

Where should you keep the case or bag in a vehicle?

In a stable, accessible spot known to the occupants, away from sudden movement. Avoid leaving temperature-sensitive supplies in extreme temperatures without checking their storage conditions.

How often should you check the contents?

After each use, then at regular intervals, for example at each change of season. Replace expired or damaged items and keep the contents list up to date.