jjwhynott

thanks. appreciate the info

Doc and Former LT are on the money. It is interesting point that Former LT has about entry into a "Hot Zone" not being an operator or sworn member. This has been the topic of much discussion amongst great minds in heated settings. And does warrant merit to it. More times often than not, LEO's are taken from within and trained to provide TEMS as a secondary or cross training. Question becomes how bad do you really want TEMS? Patient care of an injured brother or sister or perp as opposed to LE protocols and policies. Both are required. Everyone who wanders from EMS to TEMS has to start somewhere, we all did. Best of luck. Stay safe

Doc and former LT are absolutely correct. Experience has shown that most departments like to take people from within that are trained LEO's and turn them into TAC MED. Question becomes how bad do you really want it??? TAC MED philosophy is usually indicative of patient care versus LE, depending on whom you converse with, it can be a topic of debatable discussion. The only one holding you back from doing what you want is you. I wanted, I worked, I achieved! Good Luck, Stay safe.

Hey Dusty. Kinda peeked my interest about this. I retired from the military, and have been working EMS/TAC for 8 years. Have not heard about this. Is the info in the book or how's that work as far as the jobs/helping thing works out??? Pls advise.

Lose the light sticks; 5x9's ain't bad. get rid of the cook kit, has issues. mox nix the quickclot powder blows all over the place, granules in a bandage form gives you better bleeding control. Cat's eye? 1 multi trauma dressing? 7, 8, and 9 ET tubes are a fair standard for Intubation. mox nix the fast track IO, splinters bone way to easily. black colored (tactical) leatherman wave has multiple uses. Promed hip trauma pouch for hot fast running. dental supplies (caps, fillings). Ginger gum, PO meds? Otherwise pack not bad, lite and easy. Stay safe!