Edinburgh Trams Now Carry RAPAID Emergency Bandages

We are proud to announce a joint initiative with Edinburgh trams who now have RAPAID emergency bandage kits carried onboard their entire fleet of trams throughout the city.

This scheme is made possible through the support of Babcock International Group.

Sir Nick Hine, Chief Executive of Babcock’s Marine Sector, said:

“Supporting this vital initiative, which puts lifesaving equipment directly into the heart of our community, reflects our ongoing commitment to safety and community wellbeing. “At Babcock, safety is at the core of everything we do and helping to make Edinburgh a safer place through practical, accessible solutions like these bandage kits, is something we’re honoured to be part of.”

From this week, kits will be available in each cab of all 27 trams, as well as onboard support vehicles. The fleet will proudly display the RAPAID Emergency Bandages logo, with the kits stored in tram cabs. If required, the public can speak to onboard staff or press the emergency help points on tram stops or onboard trams to speak to the Trams Operational Control Centre or Driver and access the kits, which can help to prevent serious blood loss following accidents or other major incidents.

Don McClurg, Edinburgh Trams Head of Safety, said:

“As well as lifesaving defibrillators, which have been available on trams since 2017, we are proud to contribute to this initiative, which reinforces our commitment to supporting our community and puts the safety of everyone at the heart of Edinburgh Trams.

“Having RAPAID kits available on our 27 trams and support fleet should ensure they are readily accessible to people across the city, should they ever be required.”