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Tacmed Australia Pty Ltd is a small NSW based company specialising in pre-hospital and tactical medicine supplies & training.

17/09/2025

🩸Why is a BLOOD SWEEP such a critical part of any primary survey?

This technique gives first responders a methodical approach to finding and treating life-threatening bleeding in trauma. After assessing scene safety, its the first thing we do as bleeding is the biggest preventable cause of death in trauma.

Do you have another name for blood sweep in your primary survey?

16/09/2025

Prove us wrong? 🤔 This isn't just a bandage - it's an all-in-one trauma dressing with 3m of packing gauze, an occlusive dressing to cover burns, open chest injuries and eviscerated bowels AND a transparent pressure cup that doubles as an eye protection cup. Versatility that saves lives. Grab one for your kit at the link in bio 💪

Diesel has a pulse, bleeds and breathes. But he's not alive 😉 Here's 9 things you probably didn't know about this innova...
13/09/2025

Diesel has a pulse, bleeds and breathes. But he's not alive 😉 Here's 9 things you probably didn't know about this innovative high fidelity canine simulator from

1. Limbs can be switched between healthy, adjustable carpal fractures and amputation with realistic bleeding.
2. Anatomically correct oral and nasal passages with adjustable respiratory rate from calm 10bpm to stressed panting at 120bpm.
3. His fur is designed for blood and fluids to roll off without absorption + you can completely remove and wash.
4. Growling, whimpering, barking and respiratory distress sounds help teach handlers stress recognition.
5. 27kg weight mimics the average working dog size for proper handling technique training.
6. Bilateral cephalic veins provide visual confirmation of successful venous access.
7. Multiple wound sites with pressure-responsive bleeding.
8. Femoral pulses with variable rate from 50-170bpm.
9. He's helping K9 handlers train for real-world emergencies so they're ready when their four-legged partners need life-saving care in the field.

Professional training saves lives - that's why K9 organisations across Australia trust the K9 Diesel.

📖Latest Blog: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/blogs/tacmed/essential-medical-equipment-every-k9-handler-should-carry-a-professional-guide
🔗K9 Diesel Info: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/products/k9-diesel-advanced-canine-medical-trainer?_pos=5&_sid=f8ac9b73e&_ss=r
📧Contact Us: info@tacmedaustralia.com.au

If you picture a course that combines Remote Area First Aid with Military Prolonged Field Care for 2 days of intensive s...
12/09/2025

If you picture a course that combines Remote Area First Aid with Military Prolonged Field Care for 2 days of intensive skill building, then that's what you'll get at our Remote Casualty Care course. Our expert trainers will introduce you to the life-saving concepts through theory, skill stations, and immersive scenarios.

Upcoming RCC courses are filling fast, and these student testimonials show why... TacMed training delivers the hands-on experience that builds confidence for when it matters most.

Upcoming dates:
📍5th/6th Nov - Blue Mountains, NSW
📍24th/25th Nov - Hobart, TAS

Limited spots available to ensure a hands-on experience for all students. Email training@tacmedtraining.com.au for more info or click the link in bio to enrol today.

When you're responding to emergencies, are you treating every situation as potentially high-risk?It sounds like common s...
11/09/2025

When you're responding to emergencies, are you treating every situation as potentially high-risk?

It sounds like common sense (and it is) but when we posted a video of this lawn mower scenario, we got mixed feedback:

Some thought that taking an extra few seconds to make sure the mower was secure and not going to cause more damage to the patient (and responder) before dragging him out was a great idea: "Nice work on the wheel chock, I feel like that's an easy miss for many of us"

While others clearly thought that was a waste of valuable time: "Damn. Ole son woulda bled out by the time the tourniquet was put on."

So, we thought it was a good time to run through some situational awareness tips again. Swipe through for our 6 top tips to keep yourself alert and safe in the field.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments 👊

MYTH: "The best shears are the cheap ones"TRUTH: Budget shears serve their purpose—we even stock them. But when you're f...
03/09/2025

MYTH: "The best shears are the cheap ones"
TRUTH: Budget shears serve their purpose—we even stock them. But when you're facing dirt biking boots on a patient with a compound fracture, or heavy tactical gear in a high-stakes scenario, you know that they simply don't compare to the cutting power of XShears.

XShears are engineered for lasting performance, and can effortlessly cut through the heaviest materials even after years of field use. Every pair is backed by a 5 year manufacturer warranty, and they come in a variety of colours to match your mood ✂️🙌

How do tourniquets actually work? 🩸 If you've been following us for a while, you probably already know that we are passi...
31/08/2025

How do tourniquets actually work? 🩸

If you've been following us for a while, you probably already know that we are passionate about blood (and keeping it inside the body). Uncontrolled bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death in emergency situations, and a trauma patient can potentially lose their life in just 3–5 minutes with a severe haemorrhage. But, with the right knowledge and tools, we believe anyone can make a difference.

Controlling catastrophic bleeding comes down to one basic principle - Pressure, not absorption. Life-threatening bleeding requires immediate pressure to stop the flow. If responding to life-threatening bleed on a limb, applying a tourniquet is going to be the fastest and most effective way to stop that bleed and save a life.

In this carousel, we are using the SOF®️ Tourniquet from . It features a 1.5” wide compression band made from reinforced polyester webbing with a slack indicator wedge stitched in to provide visual confirmation that you have removed all excess slack from the band. The current generation features a lightweight rugged buckle with superior strength and fluid motion over previous versions. The aircraft-grade aluminium windlass has a grip-friendly texture and the Tri-Ring Lock provides security during patient movement.

🔗 Add the SOF ® Tourniquet to your kit: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/products/sof-tactical-tourniquet-wide?_pos=1&_sid=1d7a0d838&_ss=r
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30/08/2025

POV: You work at TacMed and finding random body parts around the office is totally normal 😅 Before you make an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers... Don't stress, these are all training simulators!

Walking through our HQ you might find:
🦵 Severed limbs for tourniquet training
👤 Bags of faces for airway management practice
🐕 Barking manikins for K9 first aid training
😬 Bleeding control simulators with realistic wounds
🩸 Enough fake blood to supply every haunted house in town

The difference between learning your skills from a textbook and treating an actual traumatic injury is massive and we are here to bridge that gap with training tools that prepare you for the real thing! Sure, our office might look like a crime scene to visitors... but to us? It's where the life-saving skills are born 💪

What's the weirdest training equipment you've ever used? Let's hear it in the comments! 👇

30/08/2025

Why Does Everyone Need a Bleeding Control Kit?

Uncontrolled bleeding is the leading cause of preventable trauma deaths - but it's also one of the most treatable conditions if you have the right equipment, knowledge and confidence to act fast!

In this video, Jez walks you through our two TacMed Bleeding Control Kit options. Whether you choose the compact vacuum-sealed version or the accessible nylon pouch, both contain the same life-saving gear.

🩸 SOF Tourniquet - Proven world-class TQ for extremity bleeding control
🩸 OLAES Modular Trauma Bandage - The most versatile wound dressing on the market
🩸 Trauma Shears - Essential for exposing wounds quickly and easily
🩸 Emergency Blanket - So helpful for preventing shock in trauma patients
🩸 Nitrile Gloves - Your first line of protection

The vacuum-sealed kit is perfect for those who prioritise space-saving and weather protection (kayaking, boating, surfing etc) whereas the nylon pouch version offers quicker access and reusability.

Our company mission is "zero preventable deaths at point of injury." These kits put that mission into action by ensuring you're equipped with the tools that matter most in those critical first moments.

Which version suits your operational needs? Let us know in the comments 👇

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