Snake Bite First Aid Kits

Designed for Australian bites and stings. All kits include tension indicator bandages.

Snake Bite Kits Built for Australian Conditions

If you live, work, or travel in Australia, a snake bite kit isn't a precaution — it's part of being prepared. Most standard first aid kits don't carry enough pressure bandage length for full limb immobilisation. These do.

Every kit in this collection is built around correct pressure immobilisation technique — the ANZCOR-recommended first aid response for serious Australian snake and spider bites. Packed by hand in Dubbo, NSW.

Choose the Right Kit

Everyday Carry Snake Bite Kit

Lightweight everyday carry. Fits in a backpack, glove box, or belt clip. Best for walkers, day trips, and vehicles.

Family & Farms Snake Bite Plus

More bandages, broader coverage, includes an ice pack for redback bites. Best for families, rural properties, farms, and anyone with pets.

Remote & 4WD Snake Bite Max

Full coverage for snakes, funnel-web spiders, blue-ringed octopus, and cone shell stings. Best for remote travel, 4WD, caravans, and serious bush users.

Tension Indicator Bandages — Included in Every Kit Printed rectangles that turn into squares when you've reached the correct compression. No guesswork. No second-guessing under stress.

Pressure Immobilisation — The Correct Australian Response

For most venomous Australian snake and spider bites, the correct first aid is pressure immobilisation. As per ANZCOR guidelines:

  1. Apply a firm bandage directly over the bite site
  2. Continue bandaging firmly up the entire limb
  3. Immobilise the limb with a splint where possible
  4. Keep the patient still and calm — movement spreads venom
  5. Call 000 immediately and do not remove the bandage
Do NOT do any of the following: Do not wash the bite site  ·  Do not cut the wound  ·  Do not apply a tourniquet  ·  Do not try to suck out venom

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a dedicated snake bite kit?
Yes. Most standard first aid kits don't carry enough pressure bandage length for full limb immobilisation of an adult. A dedicated kit ensures you have the correct bandages, the right length, and clear instructions when it matters most.
Are these kits only for snake bites?
No. Pressure immobilisation is also the recommended Australian first aid response for funnel-web spider bites, blue-ringed octopus stings, and cone shell stings. The Plus and Max kits are suitable for all of these.
Are these suitable for farms, 4WD, and remote travel?
Yes. These kits are designed for environments where response times are longer and self-reliance matters. They are commonly carried on rural properties, farms, touring vehicles, caravans, and camping setups across Australia.
Do the bandages include pressure indicators?
Yes. All kits include tension indicator bandages with printed rectangles that change to squares when you've reached the correct compression. This removes the guesswork of applying pressure immobilisation under stress.
Do these kits contain antivenom?
No. Antivenom is administered only in hospital settings by medical professionals. These kits provide correct first aid to stabilise the patient and slow venom movement before emergency services arrive.

Read Before You Go Bush

Packed in Dubbo, NSW  ·  Dispatched within 48 hours  ·  Built by people who live where snakes live
Last reviewed: March 2026

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FAQs

Do any supplies in the first aid kits expire?

Where required an expiry date is on the individual item.

‘Shelf life’ is the term or period during which a component remains suitable for the intended use. An expiry date is the termination of shelf life, after which a percentage of the component, e.g., medical devices, may no longer function as intended.

See below for the expiry dates of our first aid kits contents that have an expiry:

  • Adhesive dressings: 3 years
  • Combine dressing: 5 years
  • Cotton gauze swabs: 5 years
  • Eye pads: 5 years
  • Hydrogel: 2 years
  • Hydrogel dressing: 5 years
  • Non adherent wound dressings: 5 years
  • Saline: 5 years
  • Skin cleaning wipes: 2 years
  • Splinter probes: 5 years
  • Wound closures: 2 years
  • Wound dressings: 5 years

What’s the first thing I should do if someone is bitten by a snake?


Call 000 immediately. Keep the person still and calm. Apply a pressure immobilisation bandage and immobilise the limb. Never wash, cut, or suck the bite.

How do the tension indicator bandages work?


They have printed rectangles that turn into squares when the bandage is tight enough. No guesswork. No second-guessing

Are snake bites a risk in winter?


Yes. Australian snakes don’t hibernate—they enter brumation. They’re slower, but still active, especially on warm days or when disturbed.

How long do I have to get help after a snake bite?


There’s no exact timeframe—it varies by snake and person. But the right first aid (like pressure immobilisation) buys you time until help arrives.

Can I use this snake bite kit for spider bites or other emergencies?


Absolutely. It’s also suitable for funnel-web spiders, blue-ringed octopus stings, sprains, fractures, and bleeding.

What makes Assurance kits better than cheaper first aid kits?


They include tension indicator bandages, clear instructions, and high-quality gear built for real Australian conditions—no filler items or cheap imports.

Which snake bite kit is right for me?

Assurance Sanke Bite Kit: Lightweight kit for hikes and vehicles

Assurance Snake Bite Plus: Family/pet-friendly for homes and holidays


Assurance Snake Bite Max: Full gear for broadest range of venomous and non venomous bites and stings. Suits families, outdoor leaders or first responders






Can I use this snake bite kit on children or pets?

Yes, absolutely. Just follow the included step-by-step instructions carefully. These kits are used in schools and by pet owners across Australia.

What are the signs of a venomous bite?


You might see puncture marks, nausea, blurred vision, difficulty breathing, or collapse. But not always—some symptoms are delayed.