IFAK SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS.pdf
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United States Special Operations Command
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This document specifies the salient characteristics and requirements for an Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) that must meet or exceed defined physical, functional, and performance standards.
The IFAK pouch must measure exactly 8 inches (H) × 4 inches (W) × 3 inches (D) and weigh no more than 1.18 lbs when fully equipped and packaged. The tourniquet must be internally mounted and banded directly to the inside of the front opening flap for immediate access; external mounting or internal pouch slotting is unacceptable. The opening mechanism requires a protective hood with a quick pull latch and tab system enabling single-handed opening combined with dual zippers. The protective hood must include a sewn-in, embroidered medical cross identifier; PVC patches or hook-and-loop attached identifiers are not acceptable. Internal organization must feature a detachable, hook-and-loop backed shock-cord panel that allows users to adjust tension on internal components and completely remove the panel for rapid access. The pouch backing must support dual-orientation capability for both vertical attachment via MOLLE/PALS and horizontal attachment via a specific 3-inch belt loop, and must be explicitly compatible with NAR® Quick Detach Panels.
The IFAK must contain the following exact component loadout: one C-A-T® (Combat Application Tourniquet®) in black; one 4-inch Flat ETD™ (Emergency Trauma Dressing); one compressed, Z-fold wound packing gauze; one Combat Gauze® LE (Z-fold hemostatic); one nasopharyngeal airway with lube in exactly 28F (117 mm); one HyFin® Vent Chest Seal (twin pack); one ARS® Needle Decompression Kit in exactly 14 gauge × 3.25 inches; and one pair of black Talon® nitrile trauma gloves in size large.
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INDIVIDUAL FIRST AID KIT (IFAK) SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS
The product must meet or be equal to the following physical, functional, and performance characteristics:
1. Dimensions and Weight:
• Dimensions: Packaged pouch must measure exactly 8 in. (H) x 4 in. (W) x 3 in. (D) to integrate seamlessly with existing unit loadouts.
• Weight: Fully equipped and packaged weight must not exceed 1.18 lbs.
2. Pouch & Deployment Mechanism:
• Tourniquet Placement: The tourniquet must be internally mounted, specifically banded directly to the inside of the front opening flap for immediate access upon deployment.
• Note: External mounting or internal pouch slotting is unacceptable.
• Opening Mechanism: Must feature a protective hood utilizing a quick pull latch and tab system that enables single-handed opening, combined with dual zippers.
• Identification: The protective hood must include a sewn-in, embroidered medical cross identifier
• Note: PVC patches or hook-and-loop attached identifiers are unacceptable.
• Internal Organization: The internal carriage system must consist of a detachable, hook-and-loop backed shock-cord panel that allows the user to adjust the tension on internal components and completely remove the panel for rapid access.
3. Mounting & Integration:
• Dual-Orientation Capability: The pouch backing must feature a built-in system allowing for both vertical attachment via MOLLE/PALS and horizontal attachment via a specific 3-inch belt loop.
• Panel Compatibility: The system must be explicitly compatible with NAR® Quick Detach Panels.
4. Exact Component Loadout (Advanced Hemostatic):
The kit must contain the following specific items:
• 1 x C-A-T® (Combat Application Tourniquet®) - Black
• 1 x 4 in. Flat ETD™ (Emergency Trauma Dressing)
• 1 x Wound Packing Gauze (Compressed, Z-fold)
• 1 x Combat Gauze® LE (Z-fold Hemostatic)
• 1 x Nasopharyngeal Airway with Lube - exactly 28F (117 mm)
• 1 x HyFin® Vent Chest Seal (Twin Pack)
• 1 x ARS® Needle Decompression Kit - exactly 14 Gauge x 3.25 in.
• 1 x Pair Black Talon® Nitrile Trauma Gloves (Size: Large)
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