We recommend people that people attend training before using a Bleed Control Kit.



Tourniquet

- Apply to the skin

- 5 cm/ 2-3 inches above the wound

- Can be applied to both upper/ lower arm and upper/ lower leg

- Do not apply over a joint (elbow/knee)

- Tighten until bleeding has stopped

- Do not remove once applied

Haemostatic Gauze

- Locate source of bleeding

- Fill all of the wound cavity

- Apply pressure until the Ambulance arrives OR Secure with Trauma Dressing if available

- Do not wound pack the head, chest or abdomen

Chest Seal

- Apply to bare skin

- Wipe away blood to ensure adhesion

- Do not apply to embedded objects

Trauma Dressing

- Use for moderate bleeding

- Use to secure Haemostatic Gauze

- Apply anywhere on the body