Kit de oficial de patrulla individual de NAR (IPOK)

What is the IPOK and who is it designed for?

The Individual Patrol Officer Kit (IPOK) is a compact hemorrhage control kit by North American Rescue designed for patrol law enforcement officers. It is packaged to fit in a BDU or cargo pocket — making it suitable for officers who cannot wear a visible tactical IFAK pouch while on patrol but need immediate bleeding control capability accessible at all times.

What is the difference between the S-Rolled Gauze and Combat Gauze IPOK variants?

The S-Rolled Gauze variant (SKU 80-0168-S) includes plain wound packing gauze with no hemostatic agent — appropriate for basic pressure application and wound packing. The Combat Gauze variant (SKU 80-0168) replaces the plain gauze with Combat Gauze® LE, a CoTCCC-recommended kaolin-based hemostatic dressing that actively promotes clotting in severe bleeding wounds. For officers trained in wound packing, the Combat Gauze variant provides meaningful additional capability at a modest cost difference.

Is the IPOK sufficient as a complete individual first aid kit?

The IPOK is a minimal hemorrhage control kit — not a complete IFAK. It addresses extremity bleeding (tourniquet, ETD™, gauze) but does not include chest seals, airway supplies, or eye protection. It is designed as a minimum baseline kit, a pocket backup to a body-worn IFAK, or a quick-distribute tool in mass casualty incidents. For complete MARCH protocol coverage, pair the IPOK with a dedicated tourniquet holder and a pouch-based kit like the TORK or M-FAK.

Can the IPOK fit in a standard duty uniform pocket?

Yes. At H 4 × W 6.5 × D 2.75 in. and 7.4 oz, the IPOK is specifically designed to fit in BDU-style cargo pockets and standard law enforcement duty uniform pockets. The compact packaging allows it to be carried without creating obvious bulk or affecting uniform appearance — important for patrol officers in plainclothes assignments or formal uniform requirements.

Is the IPOK appropriate for mass casualty response kits?

Yes. The IPOK's compact packaging and low cost make it well-suited for mass casualty distribution — staging multiple units in a vehicle, building emergency kit, or school safety bag for rapid distribution to bystanders in a Stop the Bleed scenario. The C-A-T® tourniquet and ETD™ in each kit represent the two most critical items for stopping life-threatening extremity hemorrhage with minimal training required.