Originally Posted by
Endur
Former mil and current LEO here. I hate anything on the small of my back. It is extremely uncomfortable when sitting in a patrol vehicle and it causes back pain over time.
I would like to see a slim IFAK hemorrhage dedicated belt pouch. Most of the dedicated mini belt pouches out there are still too large. I'd like to see one that is configurable to either horizontal or vertical positioning, easily deployable, and lightweight. Large enough to carry a double compact chest seal, compressed hemostatic gauze, and standard compressed gauze. I have used those three things and a TQ on the job more than any other medical item.
More prolonged care items would be carried in a larger med kit on a grunts kit, pack, or in an officer's vehicle. I want to control hemorrhaging first and the ability to do it quickly is paramount.
The closest I have found to these criteria is the Eleven 10/Clear MBOK. I currently carry those items in a Phlster pocket sleeve but will be trying the MBOK here soon.
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