SOP: Evac Systems SAR Oxygen & Trauma Backpack Field Manual

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SOP: Evac Systems SAR Oxygen & Trauma Backpack Field Manual

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Difficulty Level: Tier 4: Professional or Advanced Training Required

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Written by: Valerie Ellis Lavin

Quick Overview

The Evac Systems Oxy Backpack is a professional-grade carriage system used by SAR technicians, ski patrol, tactical medics, and disaster response teams to transport D or Jumbo D oxygen cylinders and full BLS/ALS medical loadouts hands-free in austere and remote environments.

The pack's primary chassis is constructed from 1000D Cordura nylon, providing abrasion and impact resistance across rock, ice, and dense terrain. Structural foam padding integrated into the pack walls protects delicate medical components including regulators, valve assemblies, and glass vials during dynamic movement. The oxygen cylinder retention system uses heavy-duty webbing straps and buckles to keep the cylinder completely immobile against the back panel, preventing load shift that would compromise operator balance and safety.

Deployment capability is built into the pack's architecture. The clamshell full-panel zipper design allows the pack to lay completely flat on arrival, exposing the entire internal loadout for immediate visual identification without digging through stacked gear. The removable double-sided organizer panel attaches via a hook-and-loop field and can be segregated by intervention type, with airway and breathing supplies on one side and circulation and hemorrhage control on the other, then detached and placed directly beside the patient to establish an organized medical workspace.

The pack is classified as a carriage system, not a medical device. All medical components are sourced by the end-user organization, and operators must function strictly within their certified scope of practice and organizational protocols for oxygen administration and all other interventions.

Field Application Steps

1. PRE-DEPLOYMENT INSPECTION: Conduct a visual and tactile inspection of all zippers, buckles, straps, and the hook-and-loop field before loading. Confirm all hardware is serviceable and functional.

2. CYLINDER INSTALLATION: Open the main compartment and place a certified D or Jumbo D oxygen cylinder into the pack, nesting the base at the bottom. Tighten the retention straps until the cylinder is completely immobile. An unsecured cylinder is a shifting-load hazard and a projectile risk.

3. REGULATOR AND TUBING ATTACHMENT: Attach the oxygen regulator to the cylinder valve assembly. Route the primary delivery tubing to a readily accessible position so it can be deployed immediately upon reaching the patient.

4. MEDICAL LOADOUT ORGANIZATION: Load the organizer panel according to team protocol, segregating interventions by side. Place airway and breathing supplies on one side and circulation and hemorrhage control supplies on the other.

5. FINAL ASSEMBLY: Press the loaded organizer panel firmly onto the hook-and-loop field until it is positively seated. Pack remaining bulk items such as a BVM and splints into the main compartment, then close and secure all zippers.

6. DONNING AND ADJUSTMENT: Use proper lifting technique to don the pack. Secure the shoulder straps, sternum strap, and waist belt, then adjust all straps until the load sits high on the back with primary support through the hips. The pack must not sway or shift during movement.

7. MOVEMENT TO PATIENT: Proceed to the patient location using the hands-free capability to manage trekking poles, rescue ropes, or additional team equipment as needed.

8. ON-SCENE STAGING: Upon reaching the patient, doff the pack and lay it completely flat on a stable, designated surface such as a triage tarp or level ground.

9. COMPARTMENT ACCESS: Pull the main compartment zippers fully open to expose the entire internal loadout for immediate visual identification.

10. OXYGEN DELIVERY: Access the regulator and delivery mask or cannula and begin oxygen administration per patient assessment and your organization's protocol.

11. PANEL DEPLOYMENT: Have a second operator detach the organizer panel by pulling it from its hook-and-loop mount and place it directly beside the patient to establish a decentralized, organized medical workspace.

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LEGAL DISCLAIMER & SAFETY WARNING:
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.