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I ain't gonna TELL ya whut 'smits 'n me got up to in "computer stores" back inna 386/486 days... :devilgrin:

Th' Unicorn said:
This is a great thread and should serve as a reminder to all that packing a F/A kit no matter what the size is not a bad idea. I have a small one i pack in the car, and when winter hits i toss an extra jacket and sweatshirt in the back till spring.
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I consider a working flashlight and a fire extinguisher to be essential above all else, the F-A kits a close second. The climate here is so mild and rain frequent I've replaced the clothing with plastic "lyin' down" tarp.

Thanks fer th' link, Mark. I hadn't known until you guys posted that th' Red cross sold such.

Nephews (one EMT/firefighter, one LEO detective) simply said: "Build yer own, unk!"
 
Don't know if this will help. This is what I carry in the car:

BP Cuff, Adult 1
Multi Trama Pad 2
8 x 10 Trama Dressing 2
5 x 9 Trama Dressing 7
4 x 4 Gauze Pad 18
2 x 2 Gauze Pad 9
Burn Sheets 1
Roller Gauze Cling, 2" 4
Roller Gauze Cling, 3" 4
Roller Gauze Cling, 4" 4
Cravats/Triangular Bandages 4
Tape, Cloth, 1" 2 Rolls
Tape, Cloth, 2" 2 Rolls
Tape, Cloth, 3" 2 Rolls
Elastic/Ace Bandage 1
Bandaids 20
Stethoscope 1
Scissors, Bandage 1
Sterile Saline (Sodium Chloride), for Irrigation 500ml
Cold Pack 3
Hot Pack 3
Hydrogen Peroxide,for Cleaning 1
Thermometer and Covers 1
Alcohol Prep Pads 5
Glucometer with Test and Calibration Strips 1
Lancets, Blood 3
Oropharyngeal (OP) Airways - Adult 1
Oropharyngeal (OP) Airways - Pediatric 1
Nasopharyngeal (NP) Airways 1
Water Soluble Lubricating Jelly (KY) 3
Bite Sticks 2
Bag Valve Mask (disposable) - Adult 1
Bag Valve Mask (disposible) - Child/Infant 1
Pocket Oxygen Mask 1
Surgical Mask w/ eye shield 6
Mask, Cone (Dust) 6
Decon Bag (Red Plastic) 3
Foam Alcohol 1
Hydrogen Peroxide 1
Exam Gloves 1 Box
Alcohol Swabs 1 Box
Disinfectant Spray 1
Sharps Container (Small) 1
Multifold Towels 1 Pkg
Cervical Collar 1
Traffic Vest 1
 
You're a rollin' trauma treatment center!!

...and I gotta admit, I never consider'd the OP airway and "lube"... 'til now. :wink:

When assembled, that lot would outweigh the Elan. :jester:
 
It acually all fits in a large fanny/backpack. The Bag ValveMask flips into itself. Coming back from Norfolk there was an accident where a young man was ejected from the car that was on its roof. He was unconsious. I had him evaluated and collared by the time the ambulance arrived. We put him on the cot l

, loaded him and he was on the way to the hospital in less than a minute. He needed as much of the golden hour as he could get. When I ran back to the accident with my gear cheers went you from a church bus I passed.
 
If you carry all hat, why not just throw a paramedic in the trunk!
 
The Fire Fighter/EMT drives the TR-3. I don't have time in my life yet for the schooling, probation, and the additional hours to ride to maintain a paramedic license. Maybe soon. Lets see Engine Officer or Paramedic next????
 
I vote Engine Officer, Phil. :thumbsup:
 
Well, with all the first aid equipment you carry, I'd agree with Doc.
 
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