Forum Moderator HozayKwarvo Posted May 3, 2021 Member ID: 24 Group: Forum Moderator Followers: 1 Topic Count: 53 Topics Per Day: 0.07 Content Count: 356 Content Per Day: 0.46 Reputation: 586 Achievement Points: 4,947 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/01/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: March 19 Device: Windows Forum Moderator Share Posted May 3, 2021 (edited) Most of us have first aid kits in our homes and even RVs but do you have a first aid kit with you in the dunes and do you know how to use it? Being prepared by always having some basic supplies and the knowledge and skills to use them could save someone's life. What is in your FA kit? What would you add or take away for your "ride or die" kit? SAM Splint 2x triangle bandage/cravat 2x 2x2 gauze 2x 4x4 gauze 1x roller gauze 1x occlusive bandage CPR shield Tape Scissors Tweezers 2x butterfly bandage Band-aids Liquid Benadryl (for unconscious) Glucose Electrolyte tabs Burn cream Neosporin Alcohol wipes Tourniquet Any prescriptions required for myself or passengers I maintain several of these basic kits and take them hiking, boating, you name it... it's almost always with me. I also grow from that point tailored to the location or activity, you can't always take the kitchen sink with you when you have to carry everything including food and water for 10+ days 😉 If you don't have a good kit already check these guys out: https://tactmedinfo.com/ theeir products are top notch and their knowledge as first responders is right on. They build these kits with quality items, I have their Recreation bag with my own items added, it goes everywhere. In the dunes I have the Elite bag with me, compensating for people and situations that aren't prepared. Edited May 3, 2021 by HozayKwarvo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Board Moderator ROBERT L Posted May 3, 2021 Member ID: 31 Group: Board Moderator Followers: 0 Topic Count: 65 Topics Per Day: 0.08 Content Count: 3,152 Content Per Day: 4.11 Reputation: 2,492 Achievement Points: 20,949 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 15 Joined: 05/01/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Device: iPhone Board Moderator Share Posted May 3, 2021 I got a small safety kit from the Cat dealer. As far as being able to use the kit yes. If it’s a major issue I hope I wouldn’t freak out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Moderator Squatcher Posted May 4, 2021 Member ID: 28 Group: Forum Moderator Followers: 1 Topic Count: 20 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 460 Content Per Day: 0.60 Reputation: 367 Achievement Points: 3,587 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/01/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 02/01/1970 Device: Windows Forum Moderator Share Posted May 4, 2021 Have you seen that blood Stop Powder. It works amazing something I'm totally adding to the first aid kits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Moderator HozayKwarvo Posted May 4, 2021 Member ID: 24 Group: Forum Moderator Followers: 1 Topic Count: 53 Topics Per Day: 0.07 Content Count: 356 Content Per Day: 0.46 Reputation: 586 Achievement Points: 4,947 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/01/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: March 19 Device: Windows Author Forum Moderator Share Posted May 4, 2021 (edited) 15 hours ago, Squatcher said: Have you seen that blood Stop Powder. It works amazing something I'm totally adding to the first aid kits Absolutely Here's an article about them https://www.realfirstaid.co.uk/haemostatics Edited May 4, 2021 by HozayKwarvo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bansh88 Posted May 5, 2021 Member ID: 46 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 51 Topics Per Day: 0.07 Content Count: 903 Content Per Day: 1.18 Reputation: 1,393 Achievement Points: 6,742 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 6 Joined: 05/02/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 08/28/1976 Device: Android Share Posted May 5, 2021 On 5/3/2021 at 9:01 PM, Squatcher said: Have you seen that blood Stop Powder. It works amazing something I'm totally adding to the first aid kits If it's the same stuff I'm thinking, I was told to be extremely careful to not get in you're eye's as you will be F-ed. QuikClot makes bandages with clotting material. I keep them in all my 1st aid kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Moderator Squatcher Posted May 5, 2021 Member ID: 28 Group: Forum Moderator Followers: 1 Topic Count: 20 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 460 Content Per Day: 0.60 Reputation: 367 Achievement Points: 3,587 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/01/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 02/01/1970 Device: Windows Forum Moderator Share Posted May 5, 2021 Yes you do need to read the cautions about use. eyes are a no no. I am going to have to stock up on some items with the clotting material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandkist Posted May 22 Member ID: 338 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 12 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 1,604 Content Per Day: 2.10 Reputation: 204 Achievement Points: 8,544 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Device: iPhone Share Posted May 22 Thought I would resurrect this thread as it didn’t get much attention the first time around. Pretty important topic especially when you have to deal with an injury and you are unprepared to do so. I approached my first aid kit with the mindset of keeping someone alive until help arrives. Tourniquet, splints, pressure bandages, chest seal, blood clotting agent, compressed gauze to name just a few items. Knowing how to use these items are equally as important as having them in the first place. If you had a major injury in your group, are you prepared to help until help arrives? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac Posted May 22 Member ID: 56 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 37 Topics Per Day: 0.05 Content Count: 810 Content Per Day: 1.06 Reputation: 1,546 Achievement Points: 13,479 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 17 Joined: 05/03/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 9 hours ago Device: Android Share Posted May 22 I have a trama kit that I have in my trailer but should be carrying it in my car. Thanks for the reminder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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