At every mine, it shall be the duty of the operator thereof to keep always on hand, and at some readily accessible place, a sufficient amount of properly constructed stretchers, woolen and waterproof blankets and splints; a suitable supply of first aid equipment in good condition, ready for immediate use for binding, covering and carrying any one who may be injured at the mine. Any person willfully removing or destroying any first aid material or equipment as required above, shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor and shall be punished as provided in the statutes of the State.
225 ILCS 705/10.06