How a Special Forces Medic sets up his IFAK | Individual first aid kit | Tactical Rifleman

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Before you ask, my personal IFAK pouch, Body Armor and War Belt are made by ATS Tactical Gear, check them out at atstacticalgear.com . They were kind enough to offer Tactical Rifleman viewers a 5% discount off all their products; just use promo code: tacr5
In this video we cover what I keep in the IFAK, on the back of my Gun Belt. IFAK stands for Individual First Aid Kit. Well, honestly probably because the Army didn’t want to call it a FAK. Just like they didn’t want to call the HMMWV a “Hummer” because it sounds too much like “Bummer.” I digress.
As for everything inside my pouch; I would prefer that you purchase it all from North American Rescue, so there is no chance of you getting counterfeit stuff off of Amazon. I reached out to get part numbers from NAR, but they never got back to me. So, here’s at least a list with links, from Amazon, to at least get you pointed in the right direction…
Soft T wide tourniquet (Keep on your kit where you can reach with both hands)
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Nasal Trumpet (you just need one, but sized to you)
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Chest seal
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14 gauge catheter (only if you know how to treat a Tension Pneumothorax)
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Combat gauze (nice to have)
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Kerlex (at least 2)
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Ace wraps (at least 2 to hold kerlex in place)
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Duck tape (3 feet rolled tight)
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Yes, you can buy fancy “issue” IFAKs that have tons of extra items. I, personally, take them out to save room. I don’t need First Aid Graphic Cards to tell me what to do. I don’t carry rubber gloves, because if it is one of my buddies bleeding out, I’m not gonna take the time to put them on.
I carry the bare minimum amount of stuff because, if you carry a ton of great gear, your medical kit would be too large and you would leave it in the vehicle or team room. My basic IFAK stays with me, and I carry extra med gear on the back of my body armor. We also carry a much larger Medic Bag in every vehicle.
Ensure that you can reach your IFAK with both hands. Otherwise, try to guess which arm will get injured. Murphy is a bitch.
Of Course, the dedicated unit medics or PJs carry much more medical gear in their Trauma Bags. Depending on the mission or situation, some units ever deploy with whole medical teams. It’s all about having the gear to take the most advantage of that first Golden Hour.
That said, you can’t rely on that unit medic or local EMS to come save the day. Life saving starts with First Aid. That’s you, that are standing right there when it happens. So, have the gear to get it done.
If you haven’t already, I encourage EVERYONE to attend a modern medical course, such as a Tactical Combat Casualty Care Course (TCCC). T1G offers these great classes. You can sign up for these at T1G.com
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  • @nickh2182
    @nickh21823 жыл бұрын

    As an EMT in a high volume and high violent crime area, this is my favorite IFAK vid. This is exactly what I put in my IFAK and my buddy kit. Listen to this guy instead of all the tacticool dudes who haven't actually had to plug holes.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    3 жыл бұрын

    Stay safe out there

  • @jeffcarr2820

    @jeffcarr2820

    2 жыл бұрын

    I counsel combat soldiers (active and vets), and have never lost one to suicide, but there have been wounds and 911 or a nurse talking me through. I would love to talk to another shooter who has EMT Training I don't have. I have Advanced Life Saving and Water Safety Instructor Cert. but I'm concerned about wounds from someone slipping on rocks with heavy gear, and about wounds from thoughtlessness around firearms when I'm with other shooters and none are EMT's.

  • @anraegodley-cooper6321

    @anraegodley-cooper6321

    2 жыл бұрын

    Blessings to you and your family my brother in Arms.

  • @jackjack4412

    @jackjack4412

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jeffcarr2820 Sounds like awesome work you do. Can you recommend any online sources for me to learn about how you help folks with suicidal thoughts?

  • @RASKATFAETON

    @RASKATFAETON

    Жыл бұрын

    And in what place did this chukhan plug holes in his life, if not a secret?

  • @briankudalis9572
    @briankudalis95722 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Now I can make ten IFAKs with my one IFAK kit. True story: Two workers of mine and there friends all bought ARs and Glocks . I warned them about muzzle discipline but they ignored me. So I gave them each a 4" pressure dressing and some blood stopper powder and went over some basic first aid with a registered nurse who works in the ER room. It wasn't a week later the one kid shot himself in the face with the Glock. It pealed back the flesh on his cheek bone like a banana. They stuck the pressure dressing on his wound with pressure until the medics came . He's doing good now . Just a big scar but at least he didn't bleed to death.

  • @adriandrake3464
    @adriandrake34646 жыл бұрын

    Gets a papercut. Pulls out an ifak

  • @praetorxian

    @praetorxian

    5 жыл бұрын

    Don't forget an aerial casualty evac.

  • @johnwicksfoknpencil

    @johnwicksfoknpencil

    5 жыл бұрын

    Adrian Drake You’ll get a Purple Heart and a badass war story to tell at the bars. You’ll slay it for life.

  • @123Goldielocks

    @123Goldielocks

    4 жыл бұрын

    🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @theleetworldbest

    @theleetworldbest

    3 жыл бұрын

    Reminds of the dude at the riot who had like smallest venerial bleeding on leg and some armchair medic pulls out his belt and puts on a weak and superbad TQ on the guy in shape of 2 dollar leather belt

  • @AdrianDucao

    @AdrianDucao

    2 жыл бұрын

    Pulls out tourniquet, stops bleeding, mark time, pulls out gauze, put pressure call ambulance or seek higher medical attention

  • @Lt-no4sy
    @Lt-no4sy6 жыл бұрын

    Another reason to use hemostatic gauze instead of powder is that when you're pouring the powder it can contact various mucous membranes in the body such as the nose, throat, or eyes; which can cause things like blindness and airway blockage.

  • @plzhelpj2316

    @plzhelpj2316

    2 жыл бұрын

    Underrated comment

  • @mattlinck6794
    @mattlinck67945 жыл бұрын

    One thing I always make sure to carry with me also is a basic boo boo kit. A lot of people tend to focus on trauma level care like sucking chest wounds, tension pneumothorax, lost limbs, etc., but having a good kit with some butterfly bandages, smaller gauze, band aids, ibuprofen and other similar items can go a long was as well. Keep it simple but keep it smart

  • @robertmelendez3132

    @robertmelendez3132

    2 жыл бұрын

    Having young kids my kit has both. It's also a little bigger because I keep both children's otc meds and adults otc meds in it. Simple things you might need need while out, benadryl, advil, Tylenol, pepto, and tumbs. When traveling even nyquil (pill form) for those nasty colds when you need to rest.

  • @briankudalis9572

    @briankudalis9572

    Жыл бұрын

    Before you go out on a mission where you have a good chance of getting shot or shrapnel your not allowed to take ibuprofen for ten days beforehand . The ibuprofen weakens the blood clotting capabilities. You want blood that clots fast . Take Tylenol instead

  • @keeranimal8

    @keeranimal8

    9 ай бұрын

    Yup! I’m an armed school guardian, but even though we are there should the unthinkable happen, the reality is our day to day lives deal more with simple cuts, bruises, bee stings, etc. I set my “ouch pouch” up for most of these inevitabilities…

  • @PLT123

    @PLT123

    2 ай бұрын

    Underrated comment

  • @shockwave6213

    @shockwave6213

    Ай бұрын

    My Booboo kit with some alcohol wipes, NSAIDs, allergy meds, SpongeBob Band-Aids, a small tube of neosporin and a piece of candy to console me after a particularly painful scrape is kept rolled up in a baggy inside an ALICE compass pouch. Its extremely low profile because it fits onto a belt or section of MOLLE webbing with a single Alice or Malice clip.

  • @remag1985
    @remag19856 жыл бұрын

    Medic here. Great setup! I would also include a pair of good quality gloves. They don't take up much space and are not only for protection from pathogens and contaminants, but also good for pressing on bleeding wounds and on sucking chest wounds.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    reMag, yes, Gloves have many great uses and I used to carry them. However, overseas, I found that I never took the time to put them on. It didn't matter if it was an American or Iraqi casualty. I just never took the time. Not saying it is right, just my way of not wasting time. I agree most people should add them. Thanks for commenting. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @screamingdwarf

    @screamingdwarf

    4 жыл бұрын

    Of its wet and its not yours use gloves ..right?

  • @davidturner1079

    @davidturner1079

    3 жыл бұрын

    yup. Nitrile gloves can be taped down to a sucking chest wound in an extreme emergency. If you intend to use older quick clot, you should also consider an epi-pen. The chitosan in them can set off a seafood allergy. You can of course secure the airway with the npa (remembering not to use if you see any head, especially face, trauma) if you are not going to carry that epi-pen. Our training told us that we should consider the NPA in every case except head wounds if were were using ANY of the other options. (This was CLS 2014, these things do change, do not take this as gospel, but I see airway security as a very easy and big deal).

  • @johnbroussard3666

    @johnbroussard3666

    3 жыл бұрын

    HM here, ALL chest wounds suck!

  • @Thaidory

    @Thaidory

    2 жыл бұрын

    They are helpful but there is no way an average grunt will be composed and agile enough to able to put them on all when there is a heavy bleeding that needs to stop.

  • @toadallyepic9653
    @toadallyepic96534 жыл бұрын

    I watched this video last December for the first time, and in a chain of events leading after. I started EMT training and I start clinicals tomorrow. This video led to me finding a career, thank you. God bless and happy Veterns day to all who served

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing; that’s awesome. Best of luck in your new career. Strength and Honor, TR

  • @johnwicksfoknpencil

    @johnwicksfoknpencil

    4 жыл бұрын

    Toadally Epic96 Clinicals only consist of a couple 12 hour shifts as an EMT-B. It’s nothing. So how are you progressing?

  • @gregdunn6040
    @gregdunn60406 жыл бұрын

    Former EMT-P, FMF Corpsman and Army Medic, love this video it's almost to a T exactly how mine are set up.

  • @JB.1371

    @JB.1371

    6 жыл бұрын

    Greg Dunn Wait a minute... you were in the Navy and switched to 68W or vice versa? Why? Just curious. (:

  • @gregdunn6040

    @gregdunn6040

    6 жыл бұрын

    Jacob B. I was 91B first then went Navy, and back to Army 91W/68W, I did one enlistment as a Corpsman for the training and experience, at the time early 90's the FMF Corpsman was trained light years better than 91B.

  • @jabbawoods

    @jabbawoods

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have a few other things like splints... I was an EMT-B, Ski Patrol, LPN...

  • @johnwicksfoknpencil

    @johnwicksfoknpencil

    5 жыл бұрын

    Karl Woods You ever go back to school for the RN or EMT-P? LPNs and EMT-Bs can’t do shit - but great starting experience.

  • @scottyscott1898

    @scottyscott1898

    4 жыл бұрын

    Greg Dunn yeah corpsman are bad ass... gotta keep up with them marines! Hooah!! But seriously, I couldn’t carry all that shit those 68W folks carry.. I’m spoiled as a flight medic in the AF haha but mad respect to everyone on the ground! I’m just the guy who helps finish that last leg to a Level 1 trauma center. Cheers mates

  • @timjerome8942
    @timjerome89426 жыл бұрын

    Excellent no bullshit straight to the point instruction!

  • @DesmoProfundis
    @DesmoProfundis3 жыл бұрын

    Having Carl take care of my bobo on the range? A new life goal.

  • @RenaQueenLion
    @RenaQueenLion6 жыл бұрын

    Having been a Trauma nurse I truly appreciated this video for field rescue. Explained the core basics so succinctly! Sharing it to militia groups I am in.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Rena, Thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR

  • @philipmuiruri290

    @philipmuiruri290

    Жыл бұрын

    Good knowledge to share

  • @ronaldrobertson2332

    @ronaldrobertson2332

    Жыл бұрын

    Guns up!

  • @dennisthomas3346
    @dennisthomas33466 жыл бұрын

    I've sat through one of Karl's TCCC (Medical) classes. Lots of graphic PowerPoint and hands-on. I didn't realize how much of this stuff civilians REALLY need to know. Hands down, best medical class I have ever taken. God Bless.

  • @hossv1147
    @hossv11476 жыл бұрын

    I love how simple Karl keeps everything.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Life is simple. I feel Hot, Cold, and Recoil. Thanks for watching.

  • @Schoobi_doo
    @Schoobi_doo6 жыл бұрын

    You make so many interesting and informative video. I thank you so much for your engagement. I‘m a german police officer and so many senseful things which you show us are not allowed in germany even for cops. Sometimes I wish I would live in the USA. Thank you very much.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @jonathananatrella2964
    @jonathananatrella29646 жыл бұрын

    I prioritize things for losing blood pressure on my person (tourniquet, hemostat, kerlix, etc) as well as nitrile gloves, trauma shears, and some bandages and burn creams/antibiotic ointments. Can't say how this is going to translate to Karl's experience, but in my experience the most common injuries are bleeders for serious stuff and for minor stuff either people getting cut on their fingers/hands/forearms or when people burn the shit out of themselves either on the range or doing something with their car. I keep a big first aid kit with the works in it either in my car or in my backpack depending on what I'm doing. That's the one with tweezers, antiseptic, emergency blanket, the whole 9 yards. Glad these vids are being made, too many people ignore mundane basics like first aid because it's not the high speed cool guy stuff. First aid a skill literally anyone can learn and be useful in literally any environment.

  • @tudyk21
    @tudyk212 ай бұрын

    In my ifak that I carried several times while hunting in the mountains with my daughter: 2 CAT tourniquets 2 packs NAR s-rolled gauze Twin pack of HyFin Vent chest seals. 2 packets of BLEED STOP granules. A baggie of butterflies, Band-Aids (long) and a tube of Neosporin. A roll of athletic tape A baggie of 6 Site-Pad post-surgical dressings. A baggie of Benadryl, Immodium & Potable Aqua tabs A packet of adhesive moleskin padding.

  • @tudyk21

    @tudyk21

    2 ай бұрын

    And a pair of shears

  • @Rockytofu
    @Rockytofu6 жыл бұрын

    I like it. I run just about the same, except with an addition of trauma shears

  • @jonathananatrella2964

    @jonathananatrella2964

    6 жыл бұрын

    I'd even say trauma shears are more important. You can improvise packing a wound, a tourniquet, etc which isn't optimal but you can do it. You can't improvise a pair of trauma shears.

  • @MakingYouCASH

    @MakingYouCASH

    6 жыл бұрын

    knife

  • @EnPeeSee

    @EnPeeSee

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@MakingYouCASH *[patient lacerations intensify]*

  • @oskarjacobsen1176
    @oskarjacobsen11766 жыл бұрын

    I'm a combat medic in the norwegian army, and i totally agree. This is just the amount of gear u need in ur kit to keep them alive til i get there. I always walk around with a big backpack full of meds and gear but thats my job. The only thing u actually need, is tourniquets and chestseals, if u know how to use them, lives will be saved.

  • @heartbreakplvy2182
    @heartbreakplvy21826 жыл бұрын

    Learning a lot from this alone. I absolutely appreciate these informative videos about the other side of things. This channel covers it all from making holes to filling holes. Because it defiantly is a two way street. Great Video.

  • @billyjohnsonstudios
    @billyjohnsonstudios2 жыл бұрын

    He reminds me so much of an operator norm macdonald. Fucking love it

  • @Indylimburg

    @Indylimburg

    15 күн бұрын

    Spot on lol! "Hugh, and here I thought the problem with ISIS was all the murder!"

  • @combatjm89
    @combatjm896 жыл бұрын

    It's always good to hear from folks with experience what works and how to keep the KISS rule. As a former wannabe 18D my med kits tend to multiply and grow in the bags...

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    I keep a good solid Med Bag in my Jeep, that is packed with all the nice to have medical gear. However, my IFAK is with me on my war belt. If a student gets shot on the range, I go instantly into treatment. No need to run back to grab a med kit. I also keep a full 18Delta Trauma/Med Bag at my house.

  • @user-td1zo3tv9p

    @user-td1zo3tv9p

    6 жыл бұрын

    Tactical Rifleman, did you buy a pre-made kit or create a DIY get up? If commercial, can you name it? If your own, can you post a contents list or mention how long ago you did a video of it (if you made one, that is. Everyone has their own ideas and that's cool. Same here but I believe in commonality so others you work with don't waste time.) Thanks again, Brother. KOKO.

  • @mylifeisamememylifeispathe3140
    @mylifeisamememylifeispathe31406 жыл бұрын

    Yes I been waiting for this video for sooo long!

  • @joeanderson4850

    @joeanderson4850

    6 жыл бұрын

    MY LIFE IS A MEME MY LIFE IS PATHETIC I see you everywhere.

  • @ricecooker7037

    @ricecooker7037

    4 жыл бұрын

    Imma use this only for medical rp

  • @birdhunter4361
    @birdhunter43616 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Karl. Medic stuff is something everyone should know. Great video 👍

  • @Patrickjohnphotography
    @Patrickjohnphotography5 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video! Thank you for making this one. The more you learn, the more you realize you need to learn more.

  • @twotonanchor
    @twotonanchor6 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been a medic for many years and I agree with damn near everything you said. But before you buy gear, people, GET SOME TRAINING. Don’t be a Jumpbag Randy with a bunch of shit you don’t know how to use.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Amen to that... For all you Ninjas out there; T1G has just started booking 1-day "Med 101" classes, that cover everything in an IFAK, and is geared towards civilians. Give it look. Knowledge is your Best Weapon.

  • @johnbryant1025

    @johnbryant1025

    6 жыл бұрын

    Yea. Only thing I disagree with is the meds. Most people don't know what to take or the right dosage.

  • @twotonanchor

    @twotonanchor

    6 жыл бұрын

    Quiptipt Sure. Unless you know how to use it, what’s the point?

  • @FILMZ1994

    @FILMZ1994

    5 жыл бұрын

    But it is better to have it and not know how to use it than not have it at all when it comes to medical gear. Someone can use it on you or hopefully someone around has medical experience and can use your equipment. 👌

  • @FILMZ1994

    @FILMZ1994

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's my idea anyway but if you can get training, do get it!

  • @jimmybarker5955
    @jimmybarker59556 жыл бұрын

    As always a great video, like the no nonsense approach as to what to carry. Please keep the videos coming.

  • @henri6595
    @henri65954 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Tactical Rifleman for the excellent information! Being a new gun owner I just started creating my IFAK. I find your information provided on this channel excellent and will be sharing the channel with anyone who wants great information! Thank you again Karl!

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, TR

  • @309freddie
    @309freddie6 жыл бұрын

    Great info, Great delivery! Keep up the great work!

  • @jamespool4751
    @jamespool47512 жыл бұрын

    This helped a lot. I carry the same contents in my IFAK but when i see a video like this it helps me know I'm carrying what I need.

  • @TraumaTommy
    @TraumaTommy6 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video !! I would only suggest 3 things: 1. I like J&J Kling over Kerix (not as stretchy) 2. 100 mph tape (better than regular duct tape) & 3. A few snap caps of tincture of benzoin (makes tape stick better, especially on wet sweaty skin)

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Tom, Thanks for adding your comments, and thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @mattverellen5602

    @mattverellen5602

    5 жыл бұрын

    I use gorilla tape. Don't know what I'm doing as far as decompression. Actually never had formal training on wound packing or tq use. But making that a priority in 2019. Love this channel. Maybe my favorite on yt. No ego bullshit just solid informative content

  • @MichaelCook1981

    @MichaelCook1981

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mattverellen5602 you insert the needle either at the second intercostal or the third intercostal on the side. If you're not trained the "Good Samaritan" law won't protect you from doing a procedure outside your scope of training.

  • @sigspearthumb2313
    @sigspearthumb23133 жыл бұрын

    I combo my fancy dressings with compressed gauze and hemostatic gauze. I was always told carry as much gauze as you can.

  • @50StichesSteel
    @50StichesSteel6 жыл бұрын

    Remember, the smaller the gauge number the BIGGER the needle

  • @RenaQueenLion

    @RenaQueenLion

    6 жыл бұрын

    50 Stitches Steel most do not realize this. The worst the injury, the smaller number means large bore. Decompresses best.

  • @c2PlayTV

    @c2PlayTV

    6 жыл бұрын

    The gauge number relates to how often the material got twisted

  • @jabbawoods

    @jabbawoods

    5 жыл бұрын

    its just like shot gun guages...

  • @My_Alchemical_Romance

    @My_Alchemical_Romance

    4 жыл бұрын

    50 Stitches Steel thats what I keep telling her. Lmao

  • @Indylimburg

    @Indylimburg

    15 күн бұрын

    The Army is now moving to a 10 gauge needle. Apparently doesn't clog as easily as a 14 gauge.

  • @sirostauffer7462
    @sirostauffer74626 жыл бұрын

    Cool to see such a video made with lots of information

  • @ABuckley1280
    @ABuckley12804 жыл бұрын

    My man with the gauze and ACE wraps! Preach!!

  • @wildrootsfarm1975
    @wildrootsfarm19756 жыл бұрын

    Perfect training, 5 star execution...and exactly what I needed! Thank you

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching.

  • @medicbrndn
    @medicbrndn4 ай бұрын

    FINALLY someone who recognizes the importance and impact of a basic kit and knowing how to use it, even in combat situations

  • @steves8474
    @steves84746 жыл бұрын

    Great video, simple and to the point, with common sense suggestions, bravo!

  • @williemasonjohnson
    @williemasonjohnson6 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank y'all for your dedication and hard work!

  • @sherweezy408
    @sherweezy4086 жыл бұрын

    best video regarding IFAK imo. thumbs up!

  • @nellanddudley
    @nellanddudley4 жыл бұрын

    Once again, a superb lesson that truly helped me make my decision on what to include in my ifak. As a nuclear engineer, we practice redundant and diverse. I'll be carrying both tourniquets. Thanks!!! Nell

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, TR

  • @dixiedog91
    @dixiedog916 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely loved the AMT course I took with T1G! I aspired to be an 18B until taking the course, now I aspire to be an 18D!

  • @dunemedic1
    @dunemedic16 жыл бұрын

    Great Vid, thanks Karl. A lot of people will drop money on carbine and other classes but a good med class will serve you very well.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    We are now offering a 1 day "Med 101" course that is specifically built for civilians, but covers how to use everything in this kit.

  • @DaveSmith-cp5kj

    @DaveSmith-cp5kj

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TacticalRifleman Since you already make videos, have you ever thought of making a DVD and selling it? I think it would help reach those who can't see your class but still get a rough take on your group's approach. Could also help with monetization concerns too, as I'm sure youtube isn't paying you what you deserve.

  • @ron-yv4jx
    @ron-yv4jx6 жыл бұрын

    Thank You Karl for the great lesson.... BIG RON OUT....

  • @TheRadiationCat
    @TheRadiationCat6 жыл бұрын

    Really informative video. Keep up the great work

  • @ECFrost
    @ECFrost3 жыл бұрын

    T1G, The best training I've ever been to. I hope I can make it back to the facility for training again one day

  • @septor-og6hi
    @septor-og6hi4 жыл бұрын

    wow! I can't thank tactical rifle men enough for your information! thank you for all your efforts in education for the civilian who wishes to stay alive in a situation where most would fail! I will pass this video on to the many uninformed friends of mine who ask me why I carry a medical pouch on my belt when I train. thanks again Carl!

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing with the needy. Strength and Honor, TR

  • @recon1986
    @recon19864 жыл бұрын

    That's basically what I carry in mine as well. I keep an IFAK on my war belt and another one on my rig so I always have 2 with me

  • @johnwicksfoknpencil
    @johnwicksfoknpencil6 жыл бұрын

    Excellent overview, very no BS. Always subscribe to the KISS method 👍🏼💪🏼

  • @boonedog1457
    @boonedog14572 жыл бұрын

    I have Trauma Sheers in my IFAK, plus a few other small items. Good video. Thanks! I like your no nonsense approach!

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @wolfg.1867
    @wolfg.18676 жыл бұрын

    Damn useful, I was wanting to build an IFAK but had no idea were to start.

  • @luciusvorenus9445
    @luciusvorenus94456 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the Kerlix as packing tip! Great video!

  • @My_Alchemical_Romance
    @My_Alchemical_Romance4 жыл бұрын

    Carl I setup my kit and my gun belt was inspired by yours. Love your videos

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, TR

  • @lim7646
    @lim76466 жыл бұрын

    Please do more medical things. Gonna love it

  • @kentuckybrandon7448
    @kentuckybrandon74483 жыл бұрын

    Good intel as always brother!

  • @coffeemcbee1
    @coffeemcbee12 жыл бұрын

    Sweet and simple. Just as I remember it over ten years ago.

  • @neoneu5702
    @neoneu5702Ай бұрын

    I like to have a pressure dressing because they can be used to secure wound packing and add more pressure and the can also be used to quickly take care of a shallow wound that doesn’t require packing.

  • @ghettomedic9971
    @ghettomedic99716 жыл бұрын

    Good content! I'm always interested in what others do about ifak's and such. I take a similar kit with me to the range. I also like to add cravats, since they are small, but are good for multiple uses. I'm a paramedic, so I have used all the equipment, and am confident with it. Thankfully, a lot of the hard lessons learned by the Iraq and Afghanistan warriors has and is making it to the fire based medics. Thanks for your sacrifices, that are now helping save lives here at home.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for serving here at home where much help is needed. Thanks for watching. TR.

  • @ronin6016
    @ronin60163 жыл бұрын

    Great video, great information, volunteer fire departments are a great resource for learning most of this stuff and you get to give back something as well, thank you for sharing, God Bless

  • @davidturner1079

    @davidturner1079

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's great to know. Some of this stuff I could do in an emergency, but the field does change every so often. It's good to keep sharp. You may have trained several dozen times, but if you haven't used it in 20 years... You're out of practice. Thanks for the good info!

  • @brandon152lee
    @brandon152lee6 жыл бұрын

    Lots of useful info here! Thank you!

  • @johnnybomb08
    @johnnybomb083 жыл бұрын

    I remember practicing using that nasal trumpet during 94 USMC boot camp and ITB where we practiced on each other. Most uncomfortable thing in the world, however we were all conscience at the time. Cool compact kit, I have almost the same minus the nasal trumpet (will probably add), the needle because I don't know how to use it, but i added sam splints, mole skin, and scissors.

  • @bluejeans8001
    @bluejeans80015 жыл бұрын

    Good common sense approach to serious injuries. Great job👍

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, TR

  • @niterider0629
    @niterider06296 жыл бұрын

    I like your videos especially the way you and the other guy ( John Lovell) do them you talk to us instead of at us prior Army

  • @donhoggard604
    @donhoggard6046 жыл бұрын

    Good to know that my ifaks are set up pretty similarly. I DO use Israeli bandages, but mainly because I get them for free. Still have a roll of kurlex, and ace bandage too.

  • @adshoiu8d
    @adshoiu8d6 жыл бұрын

    Great advice here TR. Thanks.

  • @cuttlefishlongbottomtonche3974
    @cuttlefishlongbottomtonche39746 жыл бұрын

    Best I fac video I've seen yet.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @bobr8410
    @bobr84106 жыл бұрын

    I spent enough time as a medic to say great information! Also, if you’ve never taken compressed kerlix out and rolled it back and forth in between your hands (like starting a friction fire) you need to try it before you have a casualty. All the contents of an IFAK are useless without some training for 3 things: familiarity, competence, and confidence. Don’t buy the stuff and think you’re good without getting to the competence stage. 2 thumbs up!

  • @polimorfosnuclear8320
    @polimorfosnuclear83202 жыл бұрын

    Excellent. MD here. I add these ones to mine: 1) 1 Oropharingeal Tube (for CPR) 2) 2 pair of Globes (Protection) 3) 1 Curved clamp (eg. Kelly) 4) 1 Nylon 2-0 Suture (just emergency Close)

  • @Pugrug.

    @Pugrug.

    2 жыл бұрын

    Why would you use an OPA for CPR?

  • @polimorfosnuclear8320

    @polimorfosnuclear8320

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Pugrug. When a patient is in CPR, they no longer have vomiting reflexes and the hypotonic tongue falls back and completely obstructs the airway. In this situation you must ensure that the airway is open and you use the absence of vomiting réflex. For that you have 2 alternatives: Intubation (Oro Pharyngeal / Oro Tracheal Intubation) & the other alternative is to use an Oro Pharyngeal cannula (Mayo Cannula). You usually start CPR using a Mayo Cannula, and then when the resuscitation process progresses you end up performing the definitive intubation. In CPR, the use of a Nasopharyngeal cannula is not indicated because the diameter of the cannula is too small to ensure a good air supply. You only use Nasopharyngeal Cannulas in CPR when you do not have a Mayo Cannula or when you cannot perform intubation (endotraqueal or Laringeal Mask). In addition, it must be remembered that the Nasopharyngeal cannula is Contraindicated when it is suspected that the patient has a skull base fracture. Regards.

  • @Pugrug.

    @Pugrug.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@polimorfosnuclear8320 👍. I see, I was wondering why you’d need on since CPR isn’t really being taught with mount the mouth or any sort of rescue breaths.

  • @polimorfosnuclear8320

    @polimorfosnuclear8320

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Pugrug. you dont do never mouth to mouth respiration. You have to use a AMBU style equipment. And for that situation you use MAYO Cannul or an Intubation tube. If you dont give oxygen in a CPR the person will die.

  • @saintbabylon7250
    @saintbabylon72503 жыл бұрын

    Great advice on what to get for a proper bleed kit cause I’m building my own right now. I’ve purchase a few kits & they ended up having so many shit I don’t need like you said. But I do have some good quality bleed stop power & I know how to make it work without it floating off in the wind, but I still plan on buying quick clot for my kit I just don’t believe in wasting equipment I can always pass it to someone who doesn’t have any & starting a kit so that’s that. Thank you for the tips & Ill be taking a class for the equipment you displayed that I don’t know how to use. I’ve had training in wound care & treated a non healer ulcer for over 2 years on my own body the size of a soft ball which was the best training one can have real experience treating and dressing a intense painful on your own body everyday literally. I also punctured, drained & packed a severe abscess on my stomach long story but I done it in a emergency chaotic setting as well.

  • @CENTURION737
    @CENTURION7374 жыл бұрын

    Great video and info Karl.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @MrTimerider1160
    @MrTimerider11605 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, very straight forward useful information!

  • @Griffism
    @Griffism6 ай бұрын

    ER nurse here. Good video. Basic/clean no fluff

  • @polimorfosnuclear8320
    @polimorfosnuclear83206 жыл бұрын

    Great video man, thanks for your time. Just what you really need. I would Add a Mayo Airway opener, a pair of gloves and RCP mouth protector. I am a doc.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Of Course, Doc. Tailor your personal kit to what you need and are comfortable doing. I carry all those, plus a ton more, in my Med Bag. I can cover everything from "sick call" meds to a Cric to a temp dental filling. Stethoscope, ambu bag, pulse ox, etc all weight nothing. Problem is that i can't carry that bag everywhere. Layer your gear, like everything else. IFAK on my belt. More med gear on my armor. Med kit in all my vehicles. Major Med Bag at the house. Thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @johnch14v66
    @johnch14v666 жыл бұрын

    good presentation with good information . thanks bro. .

  • @VanillaGorilla502
    @VanillaGorilla5026 жыл бұрын

    I 100% agree with your personal kit.

  • @AdrianDucao
    @AdrianDucao2 жыл бұрын

    "Everybody has a plan until they get shot" - Tacticool

  • @SonOfTheDawn515

    @SonOfTheDawn515

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was just thinking about that. I was in a mass cas about 15 years ago and I don't think anyone, minus one, was able to do self aid. I think the trauma and not enough training was the reason. Those less affected or not at all (minus those pulling security) were able to render aid with our medic triaging. First aid really needs to be driven in. Not just the teaching HOW but train it into people the way they train in reacting to contact.

  • @OutlawCaliber13
    @OutlawCaliber136 ай бұрын

    I carry two tourniquets, trauma shears, chest seal, two hemostatic gauze, combat wrap, an ace bandage, regular gauze, duct tape, toilet paper, an NPA, and two pairs of gloves. I've added some small boo boo things, and two Narcan nasal shots since I live in a high fentanyl area. Working in a convenient store while going through college for EMT-IV. I've had to patch up knife wounds, one dude that got the brakes beat off him, and Narcan one in roughly a year. Nothing serous, to date, thankfully. I do not carry a needle because I'm not certified on it yet. I'm fairly sure I could do it, but I prefer not risking doing worse without the actual know-how. Glad to know I'm doing something right, judging by your video, and the comments.

  • @shotz86
    @shotz863 жыл бұрын

    Karl is an absolute unit.

  • @mikec.6460
    @mikec.64606 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video 👍🏼

  • @tcarr1
    @tcarr14 жыл бұрын

    I've come back to this video for 3rd time and it's STILL good! Greatly appreciate your kit contains only no-nonsense, inexpensive, yet EFFECTIVE contents. Looking to get smaller IFAK pouch than the EMT Lite I'm currently using and there are a lot of ridiculously expensive pouches out there. Would please tell us what IFAK pouch you show in this video? Thank you for making such applicable videos!

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    4 жыл бұрын

    ATS Tactical Gear

  • @menorcc
    @menorcc6 жыл бұрын

    Darn nice Karl thanks for the info.

  • @Captain_Spaulding_01
    @Captain_Spaulding_012 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great video. 👍

  • @lespaniel9745
    @lespaniel97455 жыл бұрын

    The only thing I've ever used in the wilderness but now I can't get - Lidocaine injectable for deep cuts - It was great to have and a nice suture kit.

  • @sethrich5998
    @sethrich59986 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, I've been looking into building a small concealed carry kit. Something wallet sized so I'll actually carry it on me. Seems Quick Clot gauze, STAT Tourniquet, ACE Bandage, and some Duct Tape will be fairly small and effective enough for my medical skill level.

  • @ThisEpicLife
    @ThisEpicLife Жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated. I'm a (civilian) medic field-supervisor at one of the sites where SOCMs do their clinical training. I have nearly thirty years' experience in civilian EMS, but I recently had one thrown to me during a GSW and had no idea what was inside of it. Now I know for next time.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your service

  • @markykev
    @markykev6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the knowledge bombs. Bought the stuff from amazon (the things I know how to use from my EMR training as a PT) and will use on second and first line gear.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @comfycouchreviews
    @comfycouchreviews6 жыл бұрын

    Y'alls TCCC course is definitely one of the best. Did some training at T1G in 2013. Our two corpsman went through that course and built their own two week curriculum off of it for our platoon

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the kind words and thank you for your service. TR.

  • @comfycouchreviews

    @comfycouchreviews

    6 жыл бұрын

    Tactical Rifleman likewise 👍

  • @docholliday2364
    @docholliday23646 жыл бұрын

    Good stuff mate, cheers

  • @jerrycarter8593
    @jerrycarter85935 жыл бұрын

    Great video and excellent advice!

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, TR

  • @johngibson5624
    @johngibson5624 Жыл бұрын

    I just got my aegis v3 all set up and have been wearing it when I do my cardio in the mornings

  • @williammaurer9450
    @williammaurer94505 жыл бұрын

    I like it: simple, no fluff.

  • @daniellyne1
    @daniellyne16 жыл бұрын

    Brother awesome VT thank you

  • @lifeviewcontentcreator2067
    @lifeviewcontentcreator20676 жыл бұрын

    Really a big fan of you guys,Thumbs up! and shered with my collage friendsanyway thanks for this amazing wonderfulcool video.

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching. Strength & Honor, TR.

  • @jaffcat
    @jaffcat6 жыл бұрын

    I've been a UK Paramedic for 27 years.... The above video is good solid advice...... It's training and simple stuff that will save a life in the immediate term.... Get trained and get the kit to fit your training. Simples 👍

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    6 жыл бұрын

    Amen.

  • @charlescarlin7058
    @charlescarlin70586 жыл бұрын

    Thank you brother be safe God bless

  • @VisualAssault2011
    @VisualAssault20113 жыл бұрын

    nice simple setup. I carry a small tube of crazy glue; works for temporary stitching if needed.

  • @hankschyzo9260
    @hankschyzo92602 жыл бұрын

    Great setup. Good advices. 👍

  • @TacticalRifleman

    @TacticalRifleman

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @hondaridgelineenduser5934
    @hondaridgelineenduser59346 жыл бұрын

    Good to see Karl recommending to pack wounds on small deep gaps

  • @TTMF
    @TTMF6 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!

  • @michaelcarter8209
    @michaelcarter82092 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding

  • @mitchcohn1800
    @mitchcohn18006 жыл бұрын

    Great information 👍

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