The Disaster Management Systems Tactical Triage Chest Pack Ribbon Dispenser (DMS-05980) is a MOLLE-compatible chest-mount triage management system engineered for first responders and tactical medics at MCI, active shooter, and mass casualty events. Features a neck-sling for rapid donning, 4 tangle-free 300-foot ribbon rolls (Immediate, Delayed, Minor, Morgue), 2 grease pens, and a laminated triage count card — all in a Cordura/YKK platform with internal and external MOLLE.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Disaster Management Systems (DMS) |
| SKU | DMS-05980 |
| Mounting | Neck-sling / chest-mount; MOLLE compatible |
| Construction | Rugged Cordura® with YKK® hardware |
| Webbing | Internal and external MOLLE for custom loadout |
| Access | Eyes-free rapid access design |
| Ribbon Tangle Prevention | Integrated dispenser prevents tangles and rooster tails |
| Ribbons — Latex Free | Yes |
| Medical Supplies Included | No (pouch and triage tools only) |
| Award | 2013 EMSWorld Innovation of the Year |
Included Contents (DMS-05980)
- 2× Grease Pens
- 1× Tethered, Reusable, Laminated Initial Triage Count Card
- 4× 300-foot Triage Ribbon Rolls:
- IMMEDIATE — Red
- DELAYED — Yellow
- MINOR — Green
- MORGUE — Black/White Stripe (low-light identifiable)
Note: Medical supplies, magazines, and magazine pouches are not included. A fully-loaded version is also available.
Product Overview
The DMS Tactical Triage Chest Pack is the field-tested, award-winning solution for first responders who need immediate access to triage ribbons, patient count documentation, and life-saving intervention (LSI) supplies during active MCI operations. Winner of the 2013 EMSWorld Innovation of the Year, the DMS-05980 has been adopted by tactical EMS teams, fire departments, law enforcement medics, and military medical units across the country for active shooter, blast, and multi-casualty response.
The neck-sling design allows the triage officer to don the pack in seconds — faster than any vest or backpack configuration — and positions the pack at the chest for eyes-free access to ribbons and supplies without looking down. The integrated 4-color triage ribbon dispenser eliminates the dangerous tangle problem that causes critical time loss when pulling standard ribbon from pockets or bags. Each of the four 300-foot rolls is dedicated to one triage category, preventing color errors under stress.
The Morgue ribbon uses a distinctive Black/White Diagonal Stripe pattern specifically for low-light identification — a design feature developed for operational environments where standard solid-color ribbons become indistinguishable under tactical lighting. Internal and external MOLLE webbing allows customization with LSI pouches, tourniquet holders, or chest seal carriers to create a fully-equipped triage vest configuration. The optional loadout package allows the DMS-05980 to be configured for specific agency needs.
For complete MCI command management, pair with the T2 MCI Management Kit. For mass casualty hemorrhage control supplies, see the Massive Hemorrhage Control collection.
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
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