Tactical EMS / TEMS
The Tactical EMS / TEMS topic area gives officers all the relevant news and information they need to keep up to date on this ever-changing element of critical injury care and medical response.
Do you have a leader within your department that’s capable of turning your team into an elite unit? Try looking in the mirror
From defining an active shooter to improving police training, these 10 questions prepare law enforcement to respond with confidence and clarity
Which one will you choose to attend to showcase your skills?
The global campaign trains civilians in tourniquet use, wound packing and more — skills that can mean the difference between life and death before first responders arrive
The “fly car” will be assigned daily to a deputy who is trained and certified as a New York State EMT
Delaware State Police’s aviation unit announced that its two new helicopters are now equipped with blood warmers for transfusions
If you stage your tourniquet like the one pictured on the right, you may want to read on
With EMS response averaging 7-10 minutes and severe bleeding fatal within 3-5 minutes, officers must be ready to act immediately
The TAQ-STRAP allows operators to stabilize an injury without losing situational awareness
Outfitted with advanced software and seamless integration, the Tesla Cybertruck on display in Oracle’s IACP booth showcased the future of patrol vehicles and situational awareness for police
Medical
Jio Rodriguez, 21, was playing recreational basketball on a court nearby the college game when he collapsed; four police officers at the game rendered life-saving aid
Ketter survived a harrowing standoff and returned to duty, proving resilience knows no limits
Fifty officers will undergo nine weeks of training to become certified as emergency medical responders and qualified to use the new defibrillators
Prioritizing patients by injury severity ensures officers can maximize survival rates
Peter Smith wasn’t breathing and had no pulse when Officer Bob Roelofs responded; Roelofs performed CPR on Smith until paramedics arrived and transported him to the hospital
Casualty movement is more than just dragging someone to safety; it requires planning, quick assessments and adaptability
If all you see are bandages and a bottle of antiseptic, then you need to be a little bit concerned
While there is no one way to do the job, this is a list of basics for every cop on the street
LEOs must develop fundamental knowledge and skills in tactical operations to credibly address horrific active shooter incidents
The goal is to stop the bleeding by filling the wound channel with gauze, creating a compact barrier to control blood flow
The PCCS Pro Female simulator is the result of a six-year collaboration with the U.S. Army
St. Paul city officials are planning a new outreach program for situations where law enforcement and EMS action are not needed
SROs can start by being prepared, proactive, resourceful and decisive
Equip yourself with cutting-edge tactics, psychological insight and decisive strategies to effectively neutralize threats and protect lives during an active shooter response
Whether you’re looking for versatility, ergonomics or a budget option you can stash in your gear bag, we’ve got you covered
This segment highlights essential principles and practical steps to ensure successful tourniquet application in the field
When you’re on an operation and you can only take what you can carry, what do you choose?
The kits, designed to ensure rapid response during medical emergencies, include essential items such as bandages, chest seals, Narcan and Benadryl
