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01-15-21, 11:43
RMC51

first aid kit

I need to make up a good first aid kit.
What should be put in it and where is a good place to get the supplies?
01-15-21, 23:24
03Infantry415

Multiple people or self aid?

If it's for an IFAK: Tourniquet, Israeli bandage, 2 rolls of gaze 1 minimum, chest seal(s). Compression needle would be ideal "IF" you know how to use it.
01-15-21, 23:43
RMC51

small group 2-4
I did read the sticky post, Kit Recommendations. That post started twelve years ago; last post was coming up on ten years. I thought that it was time to ask for an update.
01-18-21, 02:36
LMT Shooter

I use North American Rescue, Tactical Medical Solutions, and Chinook Medical for my supplies.

As far as a list of supplies, I like the Oales bandage from Tactical Medical, the CAT tourniquet, Bear Claw nitrile gloves, & Hyfin chest seal from NA Rescue, & Quick Clot Combat Gauze from whomever.
01-18-21, 05:04
RMC51

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Originally Posted by LMT Shooter

I use North American Rescue, Tactical Medical Solutions, and Chinook Medical for my supplies.

As far as a list of supplies, I like the Oales bandage from Tactical Medical, the CAT tourniquet, Bear Claw nitrile gloves, & Hyfin chest seal from NA Rescue, & Quick Clot Combat Gauze from whomever.

Thanks, I will check them out
01-19-21, 09:38
chuckman

The above are IFAKs. Do you want an IFAK, or a first aid kit? They are not synonymous. IFAK is for you, for people to use on you, specific to trauma. NARP and TMS.

General first aid, Adventure Medical Kits. Can get them for one person all the way up to 'expedition' kits for multiple people for several weeks and everything in between.
01-19-21, 20:17
Eric

There's some reliable sources already listed and I'll add Rescue Essentials. It might help if you specified how this kit will be used (house, car, club, wilderness, etc.). Is this an all purpose kit to cover everything from headaches and boo boos to massive trauma? Bleeder kit?
01-20-21, 07:58
chuckman

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Originally Posted by Eric

There's some reliable sources already listed and I'll add Rescue Essentials. It might help if you specified how this kit will be used (house, car, club, wilderness, etc.). Is this an all purpose kit to cover everything from headaches and boo boos to massive trauma? Bleeder kit?

The questions to ask. Like everything else, mission drives gear. I want to kick a puppy when all people want to recommend--across the board, for everything--is an "IFAK."

The last time I actually used an IFAK for which it is designed when when I was deployed. But first aid kits? I use them a lot.
01-21-21, 20:41
tanksoldier

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Originally Posted by chuckman

The questions to ask. Like everything else, mission drives gear. I want to kick a puppy when all people want to recommend--across the board, for everything--is an "IFAK."

The last time I actually used an IFAK for which it is designed when when I was deployed. But first aid kits? I use them a lot.

For what it’s worth, I agree.

A regular first aid kid with bandaids and antibiotic ointment will get used far more than an IFAK.

...have an IFAK too, ideally an IFAK for each individual, of course.
01-22-21, 19:52
SeriousStudent

Quote:

Originally Posted by chuckman

The questions to ask. Like everything else, mission drives gear. I want to kick a puppy when all people want to recommend--across the board, for everything--is an "IFAK."

The last time I actually used an IFAK for which it is designed when when I was deployed. But first aid kits? I use them a lot.

Exactly,

I always ask people: Where are you going? What will you be doing? How many people are going with you? How far away from a Level 1 Trauma Center will you be? And what skills do you have?
02-25-21, 06:14
safetywave

Thanks for asking question

There are some First Aid Toolkit which are useful anytime when you occured any hazards.
2 absorbent compress dressings
25 adhesive bandages (assorted sizes), also found within our Family First Aid Kit
1 adhesive cloth tape
5 antibiotic ointment packets (approximately 1 gram)
03-24-21, 13:48
ihocky2

I'm glad you started this thread, I am working on my own kits right now and am looking for multiple kits for multiple uses.

IFAK - I want one for my plate carrier. Several options available and am narrowing them down.

BooBoo kit - Again for my plate carrier. I don't want to dig apart an IFAK to get a bandaid or tylenol. I want the common stuff in it's own pack I want the IFAK for trauma care. Also prevent overloading the IFAK and cluttering it. This will be placed for easier access and to treat 1-4 people.

General First aid kit - This will be for my day pack for hiking or camping treatment of 1-4 people. Typical first aid supplies with the addition of some sever bleeding treatment and possibly fracture care.

I don't know the quality of the pack, by MyMedic has some kits that seem to fit the bill well. Though first aid and boo boo kits seem to be better to find a nice pack and stock it yourself. Most have what you need, but low quantities.
03-26-21, 19:02
chuckman

Quote:

Originally Posted by ihocky2

I'm glad you started this thread, I am working on my own kits right now and am looking for multiple kits for multiple uses.

IFAK - I want one for my plate carrier. Several options available and am narrowing them down.

BooBoo kit - Again for my plate carrier. I don't want to dig apart an IFAK to get a bandaid or tylenol. I want the common stuff in it's own pack I want the IFAK for trauma care. Also prevent overloading the IFAK and cluttering it. This will be placed for easier access and to treat 1-4 people.

General First aid kit - This will be for my day pack for hiking or camping treatment of 1-4 people. Typical first aid supplies with the addition of some sever bleeding treatment and possibly fracture care.

I don't know the quality of the pack, by MyMedic has some kits that seem to fit the bill well. Though first aid and boo boo kits seem to be better to find a nice pack and stock it yourself. Most have what you need, but low quantities.

For the non-IFAK, look at Adventure Medical Products (disclaimer: I do not work for them, sell their stuff, or get money from them). They have the best kits from one-person booboo to multi-person, multi-week back country kits.
03-26-21, 19:03
chuckman

Quote:

Originally Posted by ihocky2

I'm glad you started this thread, I am working on my own kits right now and am looking for multiple kits for multiple uses.

IFAK - I want one for my plate carrier. Several options available and am narrowing them down.

BooBoo kit - Again for my plate carrier. I don't want to dig apart an IFAK to get a bandaid or tylenol. I want the common stuff in it's own pack I want the IFAK for trauma care. Also prevent overloading the IFAK and cluttering it. This will be placed for easier access and to treat 1-4 people.

General First aid kit - This will be for my day pack for hiking or camping treatment of 1-4 people. Typical first aid supplies with the addition of some sever bleeding treatment and possibly fracture care.

I don't know the quality of the pack, by MyMedic has some kits that seem to fit the bill well. Though first aid and boo boo kits seem to be better to find a nice pack and stock it yourself. Most have what you need, but low quantities.

For the non-IFAK, look at Adventure Medical Products (disclaimer: I do not work for them, sell their stuff, or get money from them). They have the best kits from one-person booboo to multi-person, multi-week back country kits.
06-02-21, 23:29
Adrenaline19

I have heard the IFAK is meant for use on yourself....by yourself or someone else using it on you. Understanding it could be used for/on someone else.
Do you carry 2 IFAK or an additional goody bag just in case?
Makes sense to have for yourself.