Training Consumables

What These Are Used For

Training consumables are used to simulate medical procedures, injuries, and treatments during first aid and emergency response training.

They allow learners to practise skills such as wound care, bleeding control, airway management, and casualty handling in a controlled setting. Consumables are designed to be replaced regularly, supporting repeated training without compromising safety or realism.

Who These Are For

Training consumables are used by first aid instructors, training organisations, workplaces, schools, emergency services, and medical educators.

They are commonly used in classrooms, training centres, and workplace training sessions. If your role involves delivering or participating in first aid or emergency response training, consumables are an essential part of effective simulation.

What to Look For

Selecting training consumables should be based on training objectives, realism, and compatibility with training equipment.

• Training relevance: Matches the skills and scenarios being taught.
• Simulation realism: Provides accurate visual or functional representation.
• Ease of replacement: Designed for frequent use and disposal.
• Compatibility: Works with mannequins, trainers, and simulation tools.
• Safety: Suitable for repeated handling by learners.

Effective consumables enhance learning without creating unnecessary complexity or risk.

Common Mistakes We See

A common mistake is using live medical consumables for training, which can lead to waste or unsafe practices.

We also see training consumables reused beyond their intended lifespan, reducing realism and hygiene. Another issue is selecting consumables that do not align with the training objectives or equipment being used.

Training consumables should be purpose-built and replaced regularly to maintain effective simulation.

Questions We Get Asked

What are training consumables?

They are single-use or limited-life items designed specifically for first aid and medical training.

Can training consumables be used on real patients?

No. Training consumables are for simulation and education only.

Who uses training consumables?

First aid instructors, training organisations, workplaces, schools, and emergency services.

Why shouldn’t live medical supplies be used for training?

Using live supplies for training can cause waste, damage equipment, and create unsafe habits.

Are training consumables reusable?

Most training consumables are designed for limited use and should be replaced as recommended.

How should training consumables be stored?

They should be stored in clean, dry conditions and organised for easy access during training.