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Choosing the Right IFAK Kit

Choosing the Right IFAK Kit

We’ve made it easier to kit your gear with a kitted individual first aid kit

IFAK is an acronym for Individual First Aid Kit, it was invented to be a medical trauma kit that was carried around by the military with the intention of being used by others to treat that same person if they were injured or to treat other persons. IFAK kits contain items for haemorrhage control and other trauma treatment.

In the 2003 – 2004 IFAK’s became standard issue across the board for all soldiers, since standardising the IFAK’s the percentage of preventable deaths in combat was significantly reduced from 7.8% to 2.6% in 2011. <1>

We now have fully kitted IFAK kits available to purchase varying in size and contents to suit the specific user.

5.11 Kitted UCR IFAK
Designed and kitted out for use in higher threat environments such as military and police, this kit is larger than others and contains more items. It is designed to be carried in a vehicle or in a kit bag. The 5.11 UCR IFAK pouch features a drop-down zipped compartment with a light-coloured interior for easy equipment identification and bungee tie-downs for added stability.

Medical Contents include:

  • 1 x Space Rescue Blanket
  • 2 x Large Non-Sterile Nitrile Powder-Free Examination Gloves (Pair)
  • 1 x Washproof Plasters Assorted Wallet (Box of 20)
  • 1 x Mini Trauma Shears
  • 1 x Sharpie Marker Pen
  • 1 x Micropore Tape (2.5cm x 9.1m)
  • 1 x Trauma Dressing (10cm x 18cm)
  • 1 x CAT - Combat Application Tourniquet
  • 1 x Sterile Non-Woven Triangular Bandage
  • 1 x Rebreath CPR Face Shield
  • 1 x WoundClot ABC Haemostatic Gauze (10cm x 10cm)

 

 

 


5.11 Kitted Ignitor Med Pouch
A smaller personal first aid kit is more designed for the individual who may be going to high-risk environments. This kit is ideal for adding to bags that have the MOLLE attachment system due to the SlickStick straps on the back of the pouch, it provides a quick and efficient first-aid solution.

Medical Contents Include:

  • 2 x Large Non-Sterile Nitrile Powder-Free Examination Gloves (Pair)
  • 1 x Wash Proof Plasters Assorted Wallet (Box of 20)
  • 1 x Mini Trauma Shears
  • 1 x Sharpie Marker Pen
  • 1 x CAT - Combat Application Tourniquet
  • 1 x Rebreath CPR Face Shield
  • 1 x WoundClot ABC Haemostatic Gauze (10cm x 10cm)
  • 1 x The Emergency Bandage Trauma Wound Dressing

5.11 Kitted 3.6 Med Pouch
A must-have for both tactical operators and recreational outdoor enthusiasts, the 3 x 6 Med Kit from 5.11 Tactical® keeps crucial first aid within easy reach always. This kit features fewer products than above but it still features those key items needed for an Individual First Aid Kit.

Medical Contents Include:

  • 2 x Large Non-Sterile Nitrile Powder-Free Examination Gloves (Pair)
  • 1 x Mini Trauma Shears
  • 1 x CAT - Combat Application Tourniquet
  • 1 x Rebreath CPR Face Shield
  • 1 x WoundClot ABC Haemostatic Gauze (10cm x 10cm)
  • 1 x The Emergency Bandage Trauma Wound Dressing 6in

5.11 Kitted Med Pouch
The 5.11 6.6 Med Pouch is designed to secure first aid supplies to your pack or vest using a MOLLE attachment system. The pouch has a first aid cross on the front for immediate recognition. With two zippered internal mesh pockets to help you organise your first aid equipment and allow you to see where critical items are located.

Medical Contents Include:

  • 1 x Space Rescue Blanket
  • 2 x Large Non-Sterile Nitrile Powder-Free Examination Gloves (Pair)
  • 1 x Washproof Plasters Assorted Wallet (Box of 20)
  • 1 x Mini Trauma Shears
  • 1 x Sharpie Marker Pen
  • 1 x Micropore Tape (2.5cm x 9.1m)
  • 1 x Trauma Dressing (10cm x 18cm)
  • 1 x CAT - Combat Application Tourniquet
  • 1 x Sterile Non-Woven Triangular Bandage
  • 1 x Rebreath CPR Face Shield
  • 1 x WoundClot ABC Haemostatic Gauze (10cm x 10cm)

IFAK Maintenance
Medical products are affected by time, heat, cold, moisture, and expiration date. It is important to inspect all medical kits regularly to ensure that they are in working order and products are not expired. This is also a good time to update kits with newer products or missing products. The inspection will also keep you in-tune with your kit and more able to use it under the stress of a medical emergency. Shop all Kitted Medical Pouches Here.

<1> https://www.researchgate.net/publication/253336029_Saving_Lives_on_the_Battlefield_A_Joint_Trauma_System_Review_of_Pre-Hospital_Trauma_Care_in_Combined_Joint_Operating_Area_Afghanistan_CJOA-A_Executive_Summary