Uncontrolled major hemorrhage can kill in minutes — often faster than EMS can arrive. The NAR RED (Ready Every Day) Personal Aid Kit puts the tools and the instructions to intervene into a 1.2 lb case small enough to carry everywhere. Built by the manufacturer of the C-A-T tourniquet used by militaries and law enforcement worldwide, the RED line is engineered specifically for the general public.
If a major bleed happened in front of you right now, is the tourniquet in your bag — or back home in a drawer?
At the core sits the CoTCCC-recommended C-A-T tourniquet, a Responder Compressed Gauze for wound packing, a 4 in. ETD trauma dressing for pressure wound care, and petrolatum gauze — the bleeding-control priorities behind the majority of preventable pre-hospital trauma deaths. A Bleeding Control instruction card guides correct application in the moment. Around that, a full everyday suite: burn gel, wound care, a targeted OTC medication set, a CPR mask, and an emergency survival blanket for thermal management. Light enough to live in a backpack, glove box, or desk drawer.
Why This Kit
At 1.2 lb it fits a backpack, glove box, or desk drawer — the trauma kit you actually have on you when it matters.
The same windlass tourniquet proven in the field and standard in civilian bleeding-control programs nationwide.
Bleeding control plus burn gel, wound care, OTC meds, CPR mask, and a survival blanket — one kit for the whole range of needs.
A Bleeding Control instruction card walks an untrained user through correct tourniquet application under stress.
Kit Contents
| Item | Qty | Item | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-A-T Tourniquet, Orange (CoTCCC-recommended) | 1 | Responder Compressed Gauze | 1 |
| ETD Trauma Dressing, 4 in. (flat) | 1 | Microshield CPR Mask | 1 |
| Petrolatum Gauze 3×18 in. | 1 | Gauze Pad 4×4 (pk 2) | 2 |
| Gauze Pad 5×9 in. | 1 | Emergency Survival Blanket 52×84 in. | 1 |
| Burn Gel | 3 | Antiseptic Towelette | 3 |
| Antibiotic Ointment | 3 | NAR Flat Tape Kit 2 in. | 1 |
| Minor Care Bandages Kit | 1 | Sting & Bite Packet | 3 |
| Salty Britches Chafing Ointment | 2 | Aspirin (OTC) | 1 |
| Diphenhydramine (OTC) | 1 | Ibuprofen (OTC) | 1 |
| Loperamide (OTC) | 1 | Acetaminophen 500mg (OTC) | 1 |
| Nitrile Gloves (Large) | 1 pr | Responder Trauma Shears (Sm) | 1 pr |
| Bleeding Control Instruction Card | 1 | — | — |
Personal Vs. Home
| Personal (this kit) | Home Aid Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.2 lb | 4.1 lb |
| Best For | Everyday carry, go-bag, single user | Fixed-site staging, multi-person events |
| Supply Depth | Targeted, compact | Broader count, 31 line items |
Who Carries One
Backpack, glove box, or desk — the kit that’s with you when it’s needed.
Light enough to travel and capable enough for a real emergency.
An approachable entry into real bleeding-control readiness.
Build It Out
Step up to the home version or resupply the trauma core.
The larger 31-item version for fixed-site and household staging.
Spare or training tourniquet to back the kit.
Replace gauze and dressings after use or training.
The Kit, Up Close
A CoTCCC-recommended tourniquet and a full personal-care suite in a 1.2 lb case — ready every day, wherever you are.
Specifications
| Weight | 1.2 lb |
| Tourniquet | C-A-T Orange (CoTCCC-recommended) |
| Series | RED — Ready Every Day |
| OTC Meds | Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Loperamide |
| Intended User | General public / everyday carry |
| SKU | 80-1594 |
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue |
When to Deploy the RED Personal Aid Kit
- Everyday carry (EDC) trauma kit: Carried in a pocket, bag, or vehicle glove box by civilians, armed professionals, and trained first responders who want trauma capability in their daily carry.
- Vehicle trauma staging: Stage the RED Personal Kit in a vehicle center console or door pocket for immediate access at motor vehicle accidents — the most common civilian trauma incident.
- Outdoor and recreational activities: Hiking, hunting, and cycling trips where professional medical help is minutes to hours away benefit from a personal kit with hemorrhage control capability.
- Supplement to a workplace OSHA kit: OSHA first-aid kits lack tourniquets and hemostatic dressings. The RED Personal Kit fills that gap for trauma-aware employees in high-risk industries.
- Go-bag and emergency preparedness: Included in a 72-hour emergency bag for earthquake, hurricane, or disaster scenarios where EMS is unavailable for extended periods.
How the RED Personal Aid Kit Compares
RED Personal Kit vs. RED Home Aid Kit: The Personal Kit is an on-person carry kit; the Home Kit is a household-staged kit with greater capacity. For EDC, the Personal Kit; for home staging, the Home Kit. Pair both for complete household coverage.
RED Personal Kit vs. EDC Wallet Kit: The EDC Wallet Kit is the smallest form factor — fits in a wallet pocket. The RED Personal Kit provides greater supply depth at slightly more bulk. Match to your carry tolerance and minimum kit requirements.
RED Personal Kit vs. tactical IFAK: IFAKs are mission-optimized kits with MOLLE carry systems — optimized for uniformed operators. The RED Personal Kit is a civilian-appropriate size and packaging for everyday non-uniform carry. For plainclothes use, RED; for uniformed tactical use, an IFAK.
RED Personal Kit vs. band-aid assortments: Consumer first-aid kits address minor cuts and blisters. The RED Personal Kit addresses life-threatening hemorrhage — the contents that make the difference when standard first aid fails. See all civilian kits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the RED Personal Aid Kit contain CoTCCC-recommended items?
A: The RED Personal Kit includes hemorrhage control supplies. Select configurations include a C-A-T® tourniquet, which is CoTCCC-recommended. Check the specific product listing for the complete contents and CoTCCC-item confirmation.
Q: What is the packed size of the RED Personal Aid Kit?
A: The RED Personal Kit is designed for civilian carry and is compact enough for a pocket, bag, or glove box. Refer to the product listing for exact packed dimensions to confirm fit in your intended carry location.
Q: Is basic training required to use the RED Personal Aid Kit?
A: Basic Stop the Bleed® training (available free from bleedingcontrol.org) is strongly recommended for anyone who carries the kit. Tourniquet application, wound packing, and pressure-dressing technique can be learned in 2 hours and dramatically improve outcomes. The kit's contents are most effective in the hands of someone who has practiced with them.
Q: How long do supplies in the RED Personal Aid Kit remain viable?
A: Hemostatic dressings, bandages, and gloves have manufacturer-specified expiration dates. Check dates annually and replace as needed. Store the kit away from extreme heat (e.g., inside a hot vehicle in summer) to maximize shelf life.
Q: Can the RED Personal Aid Kit be used for children or small-build adults?
A: Yes. Tourniquet application technique differs for pediatric patients (narrower limbs) but the same device can be used. For children, tighten until bleeding stops rather than to a target pressure. Some configurations may include pediatric-specific items — check the product listing.
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All products sourced direct from North American Rescue. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 7.5 Inches |
| Length | 5 Inches |
| Height | 2 Inches |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs. |
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