Critical Kits Every Workplace Should Have: Diabetes Hypo Kit & LifeVac Anti-Choking Device
In our previous blog, we explored the advantages of having a single one-stop medical emergency cabinet — a central, accessible hub for critical lifesaving equipment. But what goes inside that cabinet is just as important as the cabinet itself.
Last time we concentrated on two of the products Turtle is most famous for- public defibs and bleed control kits. However, we are always on the look out for new innovative products designed to save lives, and have recently added two to our product range. Let’s find out what these are, and why you should add them to your shopping basket.
Hypo Episodes & Choking Incidents
Two of the most common sudden workplace medical emergencies are hypoglycaemic episodes (hypos) and choking incidents. Both can happen without warning. Both can be fatal. And both can be managed effectively if the right tools are immediately available.
That’s why we’re focusing on two essential products every workplace should consider: the Diabetes Hypo Kit and the LifeVac Anti-Choking Device. Together, they offer simple, safe, and effective responses to some of the most serious health emergencies. Inexpensive products that save lives.
The Diabetes Hypo Kit: Fast Action for Low Blood Sugar
Diabetes is an everyday risk employers need to consider. With 1 in 12 working-age adults living with diabetes — and more than 1 million reliant on insulin — the chance of an employee, visitor, or student experiencing a hypoglycaemic episode is high.
What makes this risk even greater today is the rise of low- and zero-sugar drinks. Finding a quick source of glucose in an emergency isn’t as easy as it used to be. Add in hot-desking and agile working, and a person in distress may not even have their supplies nearby.
The Diabetes Hypo Kit is designed to solve that problem:
- ✅Safe to use — contains sugary drinks that require no medical training or needles.
- ✅Quick acting — restores blood sugar before symptoms escalate.
- ✅Risk-free — if misdiagnosed, giving a sugary drink won’t cause harm.
- ✅Training included — with nurse-led education for staff confidence.
At just £29.99 + VAT, it’s an affordable, accessible, and lifesaving addition to your First Aid provision.
The LifeVac Anti-Choking Device: A Simple Tool That Saves Lives
Choking is another sudden emergency that can happen anywhere — in staff kitchens, canteens, or even during meetings. Standard first aid techniques like back blows and abdominal thrusts don’t always work, and in those critical moments, seconds matter.
The LifeVac Anti-Choking Device offers a safe, easy-to-use backup when traditional methods fail:
- ✅Non-invasive suction device clears airways quickly.
- ✅Easy to use — no medical training required.
- ✅Works for all ages — from children to adults.
- ✅Portable and accessible — can be placed in kitchens, dining areas, or first aid stations.
LifeVac has already been credited with saving hundreds of lives worldwide — proving its value as a simple device that makes a massive difference. Available on our website @ £60 + VAT.
| Feature | Diabetes Hypo Kit | LifeVac Anti-Choking Device |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Type | Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) | Choking (blocked airway) |
| Ease of Use | No medical training needed | No medical training needed |
| Safe to Administer | Sugary drink – no needles, gels, or risks if misdiagnosed | Non-invasive suction, works when other methods fail |
| Suitable For | Anyone with diabetes or suspected hypo | All ages – children to adults |
| Where to Keep | First aid room, with defibrillator, or in communal areas | Kitchens, dining areas, first aid points |
| Price | £29.99 + VAT | £60 + VAT |
| Extra Value | Includes nurse-led training for staff | Proven to have saved hundreds of lives worldwide |
Why These Tools Matter
- Every day, 700 people are diagnosed with diabetes.
- Every year, thousands of people die from choking incidents.
- Both emergencies can happen in the workplace. Both need immediate action.
By adding the Diabetes Hypo Kit and LifeVac Anti-Choking Device to your workplace first aid provision, you’re not just ticking a compliance box. You’re actively protecting your staff, visitors, and community — and showing that health and safety goes beyond the basics.
Affordable, Practical, Lifesaving
Emergencies don’t wait. But being prepared can mean the difference between life and death.
The Diabetes Hypo Kit and the LifeVac Anti-Choking Device are both powerful on their own — but when stored together in a dedicated emergency cabinet, they become part of a complete, accessible lifesaving station for your workplace or venue.
👉 Protect your staff, visitors, and community with a ready-to-go medical emergency cabinet stocked with the tools that save lives.
Small investment. Huge protection. Lasting peace of mind.
