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How to choose your Medic pouch when you want to complete your equipment?
A pouch must be chosen according to several criteria:
1) Its use (its usefulness)
2) Its use (professional or civil)
3) Its capacity
The Direct Action MKII Pouch was chosen for its ambidextrous accessibility, ease of use, and finally its volume.
The outside of the pouch is made of Cordura, a source of durability, the elastic which serves to retain the insert is covered with fabric.
Therefore, there is no need to worry when moving through vegetation, and no risk of snagging.
1) Its use (its usefulness)
2) Its use (professional or civil)
3) Its capacity
The Direct Action MKII Pouch was chosen for its ambidextrous accessibility, ease of use, and finally its volume.
The outside of the pouch is made of Cordura, a source of durability, the elastic which serves to retain the insert is covered with fabric.
Therefore, there is no need to worry when moving through vegetation, and no risk of snagging.
The insert itself is made of an extremely lightweight fabric, with an interior organized by elastic bands of different sizes, designed to effectively hold all the contents in place.
Finally, one last interesting detail: the back of the pouch is covered with "female" Velcro.
Finally, one last interesting detail: the back of the pouch is covered with "female" Velcro.
Female Velcro for fastening
You can then perfectly use your pouch on a daily basis, by attaching it inside a bag or vehicle compartment, which is very interesting for the person wishing to equip themselves, and not being able to multiply the configurations.
Medical equipment is an investment, provided you choose quality products! (Please avoid "Wish" and "AliExpress" for tourniquets or other items!).
Pouch configuration
This pouch allows you to have a Medic kit, and to use it for the shooting range, on the go, on a daily basis.
And what about its capacity?
To complete it meticulously, and thus be sure not to forget anything important in the emergency equipment, we chose to follow the "WALKING" procedure, used by professionals for care protocols, and thus define the equipment needed at each stage.
This "S-MARCHE" version is the simplified/lightened version, adapted for civilians (no invasive procedures...)
The same reasoning can obviously be followed with the ABCDE protocol.
S => SAFE
Ensure the area is safe before attempting any rescue.
- Nitrile gloves
- Petzl E-Lite headlamp
- Cyalume
This "S-MARCHE" version is the simplified/lightened version, adapted for civilians (no invasive procedures...)
The same reasoning can obviously be followed with the ABCDE protocol.
S => SAFE
Ensure the area is safe before attempting any rescue.
- Nitrile gloves
- Petzl E-Lite headlamp
- Cyalume
M => MASSIVE BLEEDING
Hemorrhage
- RMT 1.5
- Compression dressing of the “Israeli” type, Uriel or TBAN...
A =>AIRWAY
Ensure the upper airways are clear
- PLS if unconscious, nasopharyngeal cannula, Guedel cannula.
R => BREATHING
Treatment of thoracic conditions affecting respiratory function
- FTS, SAM COMBO or HYFIN Chest Seal dressing… Occlusive dressing with valves.
C => TRAFFIC
- Taking pulse, radial, femoral or carotid, in order to obtain information on blood pressure and heart rate.
H => HYPOTHERMIA/HEAD:
- Survival blanket
- Penlight (retina scan)
E => EVACUATION
Assessment
- Cyalume for marking
- Medic Tape to condition the victim
- Indelible pen for vital signs, information on injured persons.
Hemorrhage
- RMT 1.5
- Compression dressing of the “Israeli” type, Uriel or TBAN...
A =>AIRWAY
Ensure the upper airways are clear
- PLS if unconscious, nasopharyngeal cannula, Guedel cannula.
R => BREATHING
Treatment of thoracic conditions affecting respiratory function
- FTS, SAM COMBO or HYFIN Chest Seal dressing… Occlusive dressing with valves.
C => TRAFFIC
- Taking pulse, radial, femoral or carotid, in order to obtain information on blood pressure and heart rate.
H => HYPOTHERMIA/HEAD:
- Survival blanket
- Penlight (retina scan)
E => EVACUATION
Assessment
- Cyalume for marking
- Medic Tape to condition the victim
- Indelible pen for vital signs, information on injured persons.
The configuration presented therefore includes the elements chosen according to the protocol above:
- 2 "Israeli" compression bandages
- 1 FTS chest dressing
- 1 Hyfin Chest Seal double dressing
- 4 nitrile gloves
- 1 Woundclot 8x20cm
- 1 Quickclot Z-Fold
- Medic tape/Adhesive bandage
- Sharpie/Permanent Pen
- Needle for exsufflation
- Medic Scissors
- Klarus penlight lamp
- 2 "Israeli" compression bandages
- 1 FTS chest dressing
- 1 Hyfin Chest Seal double dressing
- 4 nitrile gloves
- 1 Woundclot 8x20cm
- 1 Quickclot Z-Fold
- Medic tape/Adhesive bandage
- Sharpie/Permanent Pen
- Needle for exsufflation
- Medic Scissors
- Klarus penlight lamp
Despite the addition of these products to the Medic MKII pouch, it can be seen that it retains a relatively slim profile.
Indeed, the outside of the (wrap-around) pouch, which also serves as a fastening for the whole, has 2 elastic bands located on the lower and upper part, which guarantee optimal support whether the pouch is in a Light or Heavy configuration.
Thickness of the filled pouch
For your information, we had the opportunity to test it with professionals, and it is capable of containing all the elements composing the standard TIC (Individual Combat Kit) of our armies, including a complete infusion kit.
How do I fix it?
Direct Action has explored as many possible fastening systems as possible:
Direct Action has explored as many possible fastening systems as possible:
- MOLLE for mounting on a vest or wide belt
- Reinforced side loops for lighter belts like the Operator from FROG.PRO.
- Reinforced side loops for lighter belts like the Operator from FROG.PRO.
It can therefore truly be mounted anywhere, on tactical equipment (ballistic vest or belt of any size, or even a hiking backpack strap).
And to use?
The concept of a pouch that is not attached to its support is very interesting from the perspective of helping others.
Professionals have surely already seen pouches that mount on MOLLE loops, opening on 3 sides but remaining attached to the ballistic vest or belt.
The concept of a pouch that is not attached to its support is very interesting from the perspective of helping others.
Professionals have surely already seen pouches that mount on MOLLE loops, opening on 3 sides but remaining attached to the ballistic vest or belt.
If we are in the context of using the injured person's pouch to provide them with the necessary care, this seems logical, but in a civilian or law enforcement context, its use is most often for providing assistance to others.
Therefore, having a sleeve that can be completely detached from its support becomes really interesting.
It is obviously easier to open your pouch in front of you to choose what you need most at that moment, rather than rummaging through a fixed pouch.
It turns out that this Medic MKII pouch is just as easy to grip from the right or left, thanks to the side handles attached to the pouch.
Its advantages?
Whether you choose a light or more substantial filling, the pouch will always have optimal support, even if you are running, jumping, or walking.
Whether you choose a light or more substantial filling, the pouch will always have optimal support, even if you are running, jumping, or walking.
Furthermore, you can perfectly create several configurations, as the inserts are obviously compatible with all outer envelopes.
Example: a police officer, who is also a sport shooter, wishes to equip himself for professional purposes as well as for his civilian activities.
He can perfectly well put together a "flat" kit for the daily use of the policeman who remains in the car for example, and a "heavy" kit, which he will use during his civilian shooting courses, or depending on his professional missions.
A family hike? A holiday? Simply take the pouch in your bag to ensure you have a relevant health kit with you.
Example: a police officer, who is also a sport shooter, wishes to equip himself for professional purposes as well as for his civilian activities.
He can perfectly well put together a "flat" kit for the daily use of the policeman who remains in the car for example, and a "heavy" kit, which he will use during his civilian shooting courses, or depending on his professional missions.
A family hike? A holiday? Simply take the pouch in your bag to ensure you have a relevant health kit with you.
In conclusion:
For KST, this cover is one of the most accomplished on the market.
We had the opportunity to try other models such as the Viper from SOtech in particular and this Medic MKII has nothing to be ashamed of compared to its competitors!
It is also available on the European market, which is not always the case for other high-end products.
For KST, this cover is one of the most accomplished on the market.
We had the opportunity to try other models such as the Viper from SOtech in particular and this Medic MKII has nothing to be ashamed of compared to its competitors!
It is also available on the European market, which is not always the case for other high-end products.
Any tips?
An interesting “Add-On” is to place 2 Paracord cords, stiffened with heat-shrink tubing, on the 2 central appendages, thus providing a quick emergency opening system.
The opening puts significant pressure on the zip, and therefore it should be limited as much as possible; using the original zips allows you to perfectly use your pocket in a training/daily setting.
With a little practice, you can therefore have your pouch open in front of you, making its contents available, in less than 5 seconds.
The opening puts significant pressure on the zip, and therefore it should be limited as much as possible; using the original zips allows you to perfectly use your pocket in a training/daily setting.
With a little practice, you can therefore have your pouch open in front of you, making its contents available, in less than 5 seconds.
En fait elle tient juste avec un velcro sur une platine molle avec velcro male, correct?
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