- Confirm the scene is safe, open the kit, and immediately don the protective gloves.
- Use the shears to cut away clothing and fully expose the source of bleeding.
- For a limb, apply the tourniquet 'high and tight' and tighten the windlass until bleeding stops completely.
- For junctional areas (groin, armpit), apply the trauma dressing with firm, direct pressure.
- Use the marker to write the time of tourniquet application on the tourniquet's time strap.
- Monitor the casualty and prepare for a verbal handoff to arriving EMS personnel.
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The information provided in this Luminary Global Field Manual is strictly for educational and informational purposes. It is not a substitute for formal medical, tactical, or professional training. In the event of a medical emergency, immediately seek professional help or contact emergency services. Luminary Global assumes no liability for the misuse of equipment, improper application of techniques, or any injuries/damages resulting from the use of these guidelines. Always rely on your official agency training, local laws, and established protocols during a crisis.
The information provided in this Luminary Global Field Manual is strictly for educational and informational purposes. It is not a substitute for formal medical, tactical, or professional training. In the event of a medical emergency, immediately seek professional help or contact emergency services. Luminary Global assumes no liability for the misuse of equipment, improper application of techniques, or any injuries/damages resulting from the use of these guidelines. Always rely on your official agency training, local laws, and established protocols during a crisis.