Tactical Lifesaver - (4-Hour Course) |
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The primary goal of the Tactical
Lifesaver course is to improve the survivability of accidental and non-accidental life-threatening injuries encountered by law enforcement and corrections officers, with a secondary goal of decreasing liability for the officer's department. The course is not designed to turn officers into medics, but rather teach the time-critical skills that may permit survival long enough for victims to obtain definitive
medical care.
Optional Accessories
Blowout Kit - For an additional charge, The Backup will be providing a convenient, life-saving blowout kit packed with the necessary medical gear to assist you in treating any immediate injuries that demand your attention. The easy-to-carry pouch can be placed in your vest or pocket and carried with you at all times. More Info
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Course Instructors |
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Dr. Tom Stein - MD, FACEP, EMT-T, Colonel, Medical Corps, US Army Reserves
Dr. Nick E. Colovos - MD, EMT-T
Mark Curtis - Navy SEAL and Medic
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Course Outline |
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I. Historical Look at Mass Shootings
- Frequency of Mass Shootings
- Shooter Analysis
- School Shootings in America
- Weapons
- Victim Mortality
- Profile of a Mass Shooting
- Port Arthur Incident
- Luby's Cafeteria
- First Responder Roll
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IV. Last-Ditch Lifesaving Skills
- Nasopharyngeal Airway
- Anatomy
- Insertion of a nasopharyngeal airway
- Tension Pneumothorax
- Anatomy
- Visible Signs of Tension Pneumothorax
- Chest Decompression
- Extreme Cases
- Simple But Effective
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II. Remote Assessment
- Remote Assessment
- Victim Color Codes
- Rescue vs. Recovery
- Distant or Remote Assessment
- EMT Assessment Chart
- Safe Approach
- Signs to Look For
- Penetrating Head Wounds
- Moving Victims
- Field CPR
- Sample Scenarios
- North Hollywood
- Cover and Concealment
- Communication
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V. An Expert Perspective
- Mark Curtis Bio
- Mentality and Self-Aid
- Military Model
- Tourniquet Application
- Survival Tips
- Blowout Kit
- Importance of Mindset
- Evaluation of the North Hollywood Shootout
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III. Basic First Aid
- Airway and Breathing
- Basic First Aid
- Blocked Airways
- Field CPR
- Hemorrhage and Shock
- Hemorrhage
- Three Key Signs of Injury
- Overturned School Bus Scenario
- Shock
- Initial Step: Evaluate the Victim
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