An IFAK is an Individual First Aid Kit. IFAKs have become increasingly popular since the inception of the global war on terror. The U.S. military estimated about a quarter of its preventable battlefield deaths were due to extremity hemorrhage. IFAKs attempt to address that problem.
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A tourniquet is a simple device that stops blood flow through an extremity. Its three components are a band, a windlass, and a securing mechanism such as a clasp or D ring.
Tourniquet used to be almost a dirty word in emergency medical services. It was your absolute last resort to use ...
A hydration pouch is an alternative solution to carrying water hands free. Most hydration pouches are intended to be used independently or can be used in conjunction with a plate carrier.
Why is a Hydration Pouch Important to Have?
It holds water. Go too long without water, and ...