The TFAK (Trauma First Aid Kit) is the ultimate survival gear IF you ever encounter a life-threatening injury. Medical emergencies where you must keep someone alive until medical professionals arrive. But the term TFAK is relatively new, so today, we’ll be covering the following topics:

What Is A TFAK?

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TFAK stands for Trauma First Aid Kit. In the past, we’ve shown you how to build your own survival medical kit and IFAK kits. But a TFAK is in a league of its own. It houses essential lifesaving emergency gear that the other kits don’t. And it has a particular purpose; traumatic injury rescue. And in an actual life-threatening accident, you need critical trauma supplies all in one pack. I pray you never have to see a mortal wound where someone’s life hangs in the balance. But if you do, you gotta be able to respond with precise and proper trauma gear. THAT’s what a TFAK is all about.

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Who Should Carry A TFAK?

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Everyone should have a basic first aid kit in their homes and cars. That’s a no-brainer. We all need the proper supplies to respond to injuries. But Gramma doesn’t need a First Aid Trauma Kit when going to Bingo! So who does need one?

Paramedics

These professionals provide emergency medical services and are first responders to accidents. They need the right gear on them to save lives.

Military Personnel

TFAKs are essential gear for all active-duty soldiers facing real-life combat situations.

Police Officers

Our police and peace officers are in the line of fire and need lifesaving equipment. Everything from knife and gunshot injuries to near-fatal car accidents.

Hunters

While you are usually the predator, you may also become the prey and need emergency medical gear.

Hikers / Climbers / Mountain Bikers

Hiking is dangerous, and devastating falls do happen. You need to be able to keep someone alive until help arrives.

Preppers

As a prepper, you want the best set-up for survival, and a trauma first aid kit has everything you need.

Gun Enthusiasts

Accidents occur, and a bullet wound is a serious injury.

Campers / RVers

When you get the whole family out in the backcountry camping, you must prepare for the worst case.

Homesteaders

A severe injury can turn deadly FAST when you live in remote acreage. And you can’t just call an ambulance. Instead, you need to prevent the loss of life until you can get to a hospital. Anyone who’s at high risk for serious injury, especially without the ability to get immediate professional help, must carry a TFAK! It’s called being a responsible adult, so no excuses.

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Basic First Aid Kit vs. TFAK

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Trust me, you never want to be under-prepared for a crisis. And while a basic first aid kit is better than nothing. It’s not enough when someone suffers a mortal injury. Here’s the difference between basic and TFAK kits:

Basic IFAK – Individual First Aid Kit for Minor Injuries

This first aid kit is for basic, superficial wounds like minor cuts and scrapes. Medical situations where no hospital visit is required. It has the bare minimum medical supplies and is very compact and lightweight. Most people have one around the house for non-life-threatening injuries.

TFAK – First Aid Kit for Traumatic Injuries

A trauma kit is designed to house lifesaving gear for significant injuries. So you can keep someone alive while medical professionals are on route. It’s streamlined with essential gear specific to deal with severe wounds. This is to stop impending death and quickly get the casualty to the hospital.

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What Medical Gear Goes Into A TFAK

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Now you know what a TFAK is and why you need one. Let’s go over what’s in an TFAK that makes it stand above the rest? A TFAK allows you to treat trauma-specific problems like:

• Hemorrhaging
• Burns
• Airway obstruction
• Fractures
• Hypothermia
• Punctures

Thus, the specific medical gear needed is as follows:

Tourniquets

Tourniquets are a tool that prevents bleeding by cutting off circulation.

Chest Seals

You need an occlusive seal for punctures of the chest.

Pressure Bandages

Used to control bleeding and encourage clotting.

EMT Shears

You need to be able to cut through clothing quickly.

Antibiotic Ointment

Helps prevent infection and speeds up healing.

Compact Gauze

This is vital for packing a large wound to stop bleeding.

Nasal Pharyngeal Airway

Used when a person is unconscious and needs a clear airway.

Thermal Blanket

Mylar blankets are ideal to prevent hypothermia in a crisis situation. All these items are the bare minimum. Most people buy an advanced first aid trauma kit that includes these critical items. Or they custom design their own based on their projected situation. Now, let’s cover some of the best TFAKs on the market today.

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Best TFAKs (Trauma First Aid Kits) On The Market Today

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Do you already have an excellent first aid kit? Great! Now it’s time add a trauma first aid kit for when there is a risk of bodily harm to yourself or the ones you love. We’ve done the research and found 5 TFAK kits that might be perfect for you.

1. My Medic – TFAK Trauma First Aid Kit

When looking for a company that supplies first aid supplies, you want one that’s walked the walk. My Medic was created after a tragic loss of a loved one in a car accident. The founder then decided to do something about it! Among their many first aid kits, med packs, and supplies are their TFAK. They stock this Pro level kit with the highest quality gear and specialty tools that WILL save lives. It is a micro-trauma kit specific to traumatic injury and doesn’t carry any dead weight. This makes it a kit for hunters, firearm pros, and outdoor enthusiasts in mind. Inside you’ll find 35 medical supplies, with 15 trauma-specific items, such as:

• Small EMT shears
• CPR shield
• Space blanket
• Mini tool mod with a penlight, tweezers, and whistle
• Saline wash
• Quikclot pack
• Emergency pressure bandage
• Compressed krinkle gauze
• Disposable gloves
• Zzips 2-pack
• Medical grade marker
• NPA28 mad pack

These kits are built in the USA and are HSA/FSA approved with a lifetime warranty. They exceed the need!

2. MediTac – Premium IFAK Kit Trauma Pak

MediTac’s tactical first aid kits line is for military, professionals, and civilians alike. Folks who need first aid items for stabilizing injuries and emergencies. These are their upgraded premium kits specifically for trauma. With their classic, standard IFAK items like:

• a 6′ Israeli compression bandag
• black nitrile gloves
• duct tape
• antiseptic wipes
• and non-woven triangular bandage

They have upgraded the TFAK with a:

• Trauma pack with quick clot
• compressed gauze
• and titanium bonded 7 1/4″ bandage shear

They also included:

• Combat action tourniquet (CAT) for a fast and safe pre-hospital field tourniquet.
• HyFin Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack for prevention, management, and treatment of chest trauma
• 4.5″ x 4.1″ Six-Ply Compressed Gauze for wound bandaging and wrapping of injuries.
• 24″ Padded Aluminum Splint to immobilize broken bones.

This all fits in their black IFAK bag. Making this premium first aid trauma kit the one you need with you when out beyond civilization. It uses a Dryflex resealable package. So it is reusable and re-stockable while being waterproof and ultra-light. It’s trauma wear you can carry anywhere.

3. Adventure Medical Kits – Trauma Pak with QuikClot

When you need to respond fast to control bleeds, this TFAK from Adventure Medical Kits is ideal. Every second counts in an emergency. That’s why this quick clot gauze stops bleeding 5x faster. How? It uses kaolin, a mineral that accelerates clotting in your body. Other items included in the trauma pack are:

• Triangular bandage
• Trauma pad
• Quick clot gauze
• Conforming gauze
• Dressing glaze
• Nitrile gloves
• Antiseptic wipes
• Duct tape
• And critical trauma instructions

Add this pack to your standard first aid kit to turn it into a trauma first aid kit. First responders, EMS, law enforcement, and the military can use this trauma pack. So you can travel safely, knowing that you’re prepared for almost anything.

4. Lightning X – Jumbo Medic First Responder EMT Trauma Bag

Do you want to have every chance of survival when dealing with a life-threatening injury? Then check out Lightning X TFAK Jumbo Trauma Bag. This is the ultimate medical preparedness with medical supplies, organized and ready. The modular bag is set up for EMS and first responders. It includes customizable compartments and removable, colored pouches. So it’s easy to keep track of your supplies. You can organize and categorize your gear according to priority and type of incident. Inside your TFAK gear includes: This is a serious first aid trauma kit, but you WILL be prepared and save lives.

5. Primacare – KB-1088 EMT First Responder Trauma Bag

Primacare has a first responder TFAK trauma bag that should be in everyone’s trunk. This is a professional first aid bag for those who aren’t screwing around with their survival. And have a deep-seated need to keep their loved ones alive. It’s a perfect size first aid trauma kit to fit in all essential lifesaving items. And is only 18X910″ with a large main compartment, 2 side pockets with zippers. And it has a front pocket for quick access. You’ll find no cheap materials here. How can you tell? Because they use military-grade 1680 ballistic nylon, reinforced stitching, and heavy-duty zippers. Reflective strips also make it easy to locate when dark out or in extreme weather. What’s inside Primacare’s TFAK bag? That’s up to you! You can customize this bag with essential first aid and trauma gear for your next adventure. Of course, you should include everyday bump, scrape and cut items. And then stock it with trauma accessories like:

• chest seals
• trauma dressing
• compact and combat gauze
• tourniquet
• NPA, burn gel
• EMT shears
• and other items of your preference

We included this TFAK bag because some people like to build their own trauma first aid kit. To stock it with items they know work well. If you’re up for the challenge, try putting your own TFAK together. You can do so with this high-quality first responder bag from Primacare.

Final Thoughts

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It’s now time to take your upgraded knowledge and pick up one or two of these recommended kits for your:

• everyday carry
• regular car or truck
• bug out vehicle/truck
• survival backpack
• bug out bag / get home bag
• bug-out location
• camping gear

Now go forth and survive skillfully! Remember: Prepare, Adapt & Overcome, “Just In Case” Jack The post Best TFAKs (Trauma First Aid Kits) On The Market Today appeared first on Skilled Survival.