First Aid Kit
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First Aid Kit
So I like to be prepared :/
When we go riding I like to have a first aid kit packed along just in case. Guess I'm that kind of guy, the one guy in the group who carries tools and stuff :/
Unfortunately my kit is a little large and of course space is at a premium on longer trips. I'm having a hard time paring it down to the necessities.
For those of you who carry a first aid kid, tell me what you got ... whether it's a pre-packaged kit or something you came up with on your own.
When I get home I'll add a pic of the kit I currently carry on the bike.
When we go riding I like to have a first aid kit packed along just in case. Guess I'm that kind of guy, the one guy in the group who carries tools and stuff :/
Unfortunately my kit is a little large and of course space is at a premium on longer trips. I'm having a hard time paring it down to the necessities.
For those of you who carry a first aid kid, tell me what you got ... whether it's a pre-packaged kit or something you came up with on your own.
When I get home I'll add a pic of the kit I currently carry on the bike.
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FWIW, I have handed out the pepto, bee sting stuff, and eye wash on more then one occasion.
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So you like to be prepared...who doesn't? First aid kits on bikes just make sense except for those too cool to carry one.
Since you are "that kind of guy" (your words, not mine), what do you have on your person that would tell the EMT's your blood type, what meds you are allergic to, who should they call in case of emergency, how old you are, what you weigh, what medications you are currently on, which hospital you prefer, etc...same for your passenger...?
I'm not trying to be a smart ***...just asking you to think about it. That kind of info could save your life. I carry it around my neck on every ride.
Since you are "that kind of guy" (your words, not mine), what do you have on your person that would tell the EMT's your blood type, what meds you are allergic to, who should they call in case of emergency, how old you are, what you weigh, what medications you are currently on, which hospital you prefer, etc...same for your passenger...?
I'm not trying to be a smart ***...just asking you to think about it. That kind of info could save your life. I carry it around my neck on every ride.
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+1 on the bee sting stuff.. And I wish I had packed the burn ointment multiple times but I always seem to forget it.. The rest is what I have in mine tho..
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Here is my set up. It is a military medical bag. Easy to use and store. I carry the following items. I am a paramedic so I may cary some items that you may not want to or can;t without the proper training.
5x9 dressings
4x4 dressings
bandaids multiple sizes
tourniquet
non latex gloves
Benadryl
Ibuprophin
Cleaning wipes
Roll 2 tape
2 quick clot dressings
sam splint
trauma scissors
2 water jel burn dressings
https://flic.kr/p/o9pqyr
https://flic.kr/p/o9onH9
Hope that this helps.
5x9 dressings
4x4 dressings
bandaids multiple sizes
tourniquet
non latex gloves
Benadryl
Ibuprophin
Cleaning wipes
Roll 2 tape
2 quick clot dressings
sam splint
trauma scissors
2 water jel burn dressings
https://flic.kr/p/o9pqyr
https://flic.kr/p/o9onH9
Hope that this helps.
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From: Springfield, MA
[QUOTE=what do you have on your person that would tell the EMT's your blood type, what meds you are allergic to, who should they call in case of emergency, how old you are, what you weigh, what medications you are currently on, which hospital you prefer, etc...same for your passenger...?
I'm not trying to be a smart ***...just asking you to think about it. That kind of info could save your life. I carry it around my neck on every ride.[/QUOTE]
This is a great point. At one time there was the term ICE for on the cell phones. But with security a top concern, people lock the phone so that info is no longer available to EMS. A quick note in a wallet or pocket will be a great help. I like the idea of wearing it on the neck but I know that will not work for everyone. When you are not out riding, put the list on the fridge as that is a place that is a universal spot for EMS to look for info.
I'm not trying to be a smart ***...just asking you to think about it. That kind of info could save your life. I carry it around my neck on every ride.[/QUOTE]
This is a great point. At one time there was the term ICE for on the cell phones. But with security a top concern, people lock the phone so that info is no longer available to EMS. A quick note in a wallet or pocket will be a great help. I like the idea of wearing it on the neck but I know that will not work for everyone. When you are not out riding, put the list on the fridge as that is a place that is a universal spot for EMS to look for info.
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I do carry a first aid kit. I am Motorcycle Accident Scene Management, ASMI, CPR and EMT certified. I started out with a kit like the link I have posted below then added to it. Add lots of thick gloves, a CPR rebreather, a thermal blanket, and meds like Ibuprofen, etc. I have had to use it before, once in a head on cage to cage accident that I was the first person on the scene of up at the Tail of the Dragon. Was glad I had it on hand. My wife and I were heading home from our hotel at the Dragon and it was raining. A drunk in a 4x4 hit a guy in a satellite installer van head on. When we pulled up the drunk in the 4x4 was handing upside down from the drivers side with his legs all mangled in the dash. I basically kept him alive until EMS could arrive on the scene which was about 20 minutes.
One thing to remember is that as a motorcycle rider, we ride in some pretty remote and country backroad areas. Most will take 30 minutes or more for any EMS or First Responsders to arrive. You could literally be keeping one of your riding buddies alive until EMS arrives.
All food for thought.
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One thing to remember is that as a motorcycle rider, we ride in some pretty remote and country backroad areas. Most will take 30 minutes or more for any EMS or First Responsders to arrive. You could literally be keeping one of your riding buddies alive until EMS arrives.
All food for thought.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/299-pc-First...item484e35fe86
