Medical Cabinets UK | Secure Workplace & Clinical Storage

Medical cabinets provide secure, organised storage for medicines, first aid supplies and healthcare equipment across workplaces, schools and clinical environments throughout the UK. Designed to support hygiene, accessibility and responsible storage, medical cabinets help organisations maintain safe and efficient operations.

In healthcare settings, medical cabinets are used to store general medical supplies, documentation and consumables required for day-to-day treatment and patient care. In workplaces and educational environments, they support first aid provision by ensuring equipment is clearly identified, protected and readily accessible.

This page focuses on general medical cabinet solutions suitable for healthcare, workplace and educational environments. Where higher levels of security are required — such as for controlled drugs or restricted medicines — specialist secure medical cabinets are detailed separately to ensure compliance with specific regulations.

Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, employers must provide appropriate first aid facilities. Medical cabinets support compliance by providing dedicated, lockable storage for first aid kits and medical supplies in commercial and public settings.

Modern medical cabinets are manufactured to be durable, clearly identifiable and suitable for hygienic environments. They are typically constructed from coated steel with easy-clean finishes to support routine cleaning and infection control procedures.

Cabinets may be wall-mounted or floor-standing depending on the installation environment. Internal shelving layouts allow organised storage of medicines, consumables and equipment while maintaining visibility and ease of access.

Medical Cabinet Applications Across Different Environments

Medical cabinets are specified based on how and where they are used. Different environments require different storage approaches, particularly in relation to access control, visibility and workflow efficiency.

Clinical Rooms and Treatment Areas

Within treatment rooms and clinical environments, medical cabinets provide structured storage for frequently used supplies. Clear internal organisation supports efficient patient care and ensures essential items are accessible when required.

Wards, Clinics and GP Surgeries

In wards, outpatient clinics and surgeries, medical cabinets are commonly used for storing general medical supplies and consumables. Cabinet dimensions and shelving configurations can be selected to align with available space and staff workflows.

Workplaces and Commercial Facilities

Offices, warehouses and industrial environments use medical cabinets to store first aid supplies safely and visibly. Clearly marked, lockable cabinets help organisations maintain compliance and ensure supplies are protected from unauthorised access.

Education and Training Settings

Medical cabinets are also used in schools, colleges and healthcare training facilities. Secure storage supports supervised access while keeping medical materials organised and appropriately managed.

Where enhanced security or specialist storage is required, including controlled medicine storage, secure medical cabinet solutions are available and should be selected according to regulatory requirements.

How to Choose the Right Medical Cabinet

Selecting the right medical cabinet depends on the environment, the type of items being stored and the level of access control required. In workplace settings, cabinets are typically specified to store first aid supplies in a clearly identifiable and lockable unit that supports health and safety compliance. In clinical environments, cabinet size, shelving configuration and ease of cleaning become more important to support efficient workflows and hygiene standards.

When choosing a medical cabinet, consider the required storage capacity, installation type (wall-mounted or floor-standing), lock mechanism and visibility requirements. If controlled drugs or restricted medicines are involved, a higher-security cabinet designed specifically for regulated storage should be selected. Ensuring the cabinet matches both operational needs and regulatory requirements helps maintain safe, organised and compliant medical storage.

Medical Cabinet Sizes and Storage Configurations

Our medical cabinets are designed for secure, organised storage of medical supplies in healthcare, clinical and workplace environments across the UK. All cabinets are lockable, finished in white for clear identification, and manufactured to support hygienic storage and easy cleaning.

The range below covers general medical storage solutions. For controlled drugs, regulated medicines or hazardous substances, please refer to our dedicated compliant storage categories.

Low Medical Storage Cabinet – 915mm Wide

• Lockable cam lock supplied with two keys
• White powder-coated finish suitable for clinical environments
• One adjustable internal shelf for flexible storage
• Dimensions: 915mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 1015mm (H)
• Ideal for treatment rooms, first aid stations and support areas

Compact Lockable Medical Cabinet – 460mm Wide

• Cam lock supplied with two keys as standard
• White clinical finish for visibility in healthcare settings
• Two adjustable internal shelves
• Dimensions: 460mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 890mm (H)
• Suitable for GP surgeries, consulting rooms and workplaces

Slim Full-Height Medical Storage Cabinet – 610mm Wide

• Secure cam lock with two keys
• White finish for healthcare and clinical environments
• Three adjustable internal shelves
• Dimensions: 610mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 1780mm (H)
• Designed for space-efficient vertical storage in narrow rooms

Standard Full-Height Medical Storage Cabinet – 915mm Wide

• Lockable cam lock supplied with two keys
• Durable white powder-coated finish
• Three adjustable internal shelves for organised storage
• Dimensions: 915mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 1780mm (H)
• Ideal for wards, clinics and healthcare preparation rooms

Multi-Compartment Medical Storage Cabinet – 915mm Wide

• Cam lock supplied with two keys
• White finish suitable for healthcare use
• Six adjustable internal shelves forming multiple compartments
• Dimensions: 915mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 1780mm (H)
• Suitable for organised storage of consumables and supplies

Wall-Mounted Medical Storage Cabinet – Space-Saving Design

• Lockable cam lock with two keys
• White finish for clinical visibility
• Wall-mounted unit with one fixed internal shelf
• Fixings not supplied
• Dimensions: 460mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 460mm (H)
• Ideal for first aid rooms and workplace medical provision

Personal Medical Storage Locker – 1780mm Tall

• Secure cam lock supplied with two keys
• White clinical finish for healthcare environments
• Fixed top shelf for personal storage
• Dimensions: 460mm (W) × 460mm (D) × 1780mm (H)
• Suitable for staff areas and controlled internal access zones

How to Choose the Right Medical Cabinet

Selecting the correct medical cabinet depends on available space, access requirements and the type of items being stored. Low cabinets are suitable where worktop height matters, while full-height units maximise vertical storage in clinical rooms and support areas. Wall-mounted cabinets provide space-saving solutions in compact environments. Consider internal shelf configuration, access control needs and installation method to ensure the cabinet supports efficient workflows and hygienic storage practices.

Delivery Information

The approximate lead time is 15 Days.

Delivery to Mainland UK only, without any restrictions.

Our delivery times are; Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm.

We will deliver using the most economical method, using either our own vehicles or a carrier.

Goods may be palletised and delivered on an articulated vehicle.

The deliveries are kerb side only, you will need to arrange to unload the vehicle.

If there are any delivery restrictions / specific dates / times / dedicated deliveries, or FORS Registered deliveries; please contact the sales department as there may be an additional cost.