The first aid kit etc.

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Wondering why I posted a picture of a first aid kit ??

This is my annual rant on first aid, so just skip over it or ask Dennis to remove it


Deerhaawk did a nice series of threads (articles) on Flytalk. He ended on a note about clothing and first aid kits. When I ran a poll here a while ago, only 75% of us replied that they had first aid kits and knew how to use 'em. Sorry, but that should be 100%.

A kit doesn't have to be too fancy, ... here's Deerhaawk's:


Mine is a bit more comprehensive:


Some of the less obvious items

• Epipen
• Speed splints
• Major hemorage pads
• Seatbelt cutter
• Tie wraps (long enough to make handcuffs)
• Felt pen marker
• Treatment log
• 1.5 liters sterile water
• Cervical collar
• AR mask
• 20 triangular bandages (takes a min. of 14 to secure a backboard, so I like extras)
• 3 pairs surgical gloves

Why be prepared ??? Well, for me it was a personal experience that woke me up. Ran across a car accident on the open highway when I was 18, didn't know what to do and they both died then and there. Found out 2 days later that they were the parents of a class mate.

I got caught short, ... NEVER again,... Also, as a part time Guide, I feel I have the obligation to be ready.