The North American Rescue Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T)

[Talyn]

The North American Rescue Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T) is the official tourniquet of the U.S. Army.

Laboratory tested and combat proven, this true, one-handed tourniquet has been proven to be 100% effective by the U.S. Army's Institute of Surgical Research.

The Gen 7 features a durable windlass system with patented free-moving internal band provides true, circumferential pressure to the extremity. A unique, dual securing system avoids the use of screws and clips that can be difficult to operate under survival stress or where fine motor skills are compromised.

Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T)

The CAT uses a windlass system with free-moving internal band to provide true circumferential pressure in the event of a traumatic wound with significant hemorrhage.

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[HayesGreener]

I have several of these in my truck, range bags, and house. Combined with blood stopper bandages they have saved many lives. Fortunately I have never had to use one. I have noticed many police officers carrying them on their vests or belt. I read a story recently of an officer who used a CAT to save his own life after being shot in the femoral artery. If you are around firearms, it is a good idea to have gunshot trauma first aid kits available, and have some training in using it.

 

[SimonRL]

I keep stop the bleed kits with CAT7 tourniquets in all my cars and they are reachable from the front seat. If you are injured in a car crash and your femoral is cut, you will bleed out in 2 1/2 minutes.

 

[BruceMc]

One of the best l.e. training I did was tactical emergency care class. CAT, Israeli bandages, packing, other essential items and the proper deployment of each. I still carry a "pfak+" in my go bag. And a SAM splint.

 

[HayesGreener]

Another lifesaving item is the AED. I have a portable one that I carry in my truck so I always had one during my courses, Especially reassuring when surrounded by people my age

 

[SimonRL]

Another lifesaving item is the AED. I have a portable one that I carry in my truck so I always had one during my courses, Especially reassuring when surrounded by people my age

If I see a 7ft crazy man coming at me with an AED I’m going to start feeling much better, real quick!

 

[PieterCoetzee]

When I was a Cop they issued a CAT and Izzy bandages. I carried both on my belt. The days of Officer Friendly are gone. That being said Patrol Guys dressed like SWAT is a mistake.

 

[HayesGreener]

If I see a 7ft crazy man coming at me with an AED I’m going to start feeling much better, real quick!

You gonna ride the lightning!

 

[PAGunGuy]

Our agency FINALLY issued tourniquets. Most of us had already bought our own. While on duty, I carry one on my belt and keep a trauma kit in my trunk.

Off duty, I don't carry one but I do have a trauma kit in my trunk of my car and on reare occasion I will carry that.