TacMed Australia

12/11/2025

The days are getting warm but, remember, summer doesn't mean hypothermia isn't a risk! Even on warm days, your patients can lose body heat fast.

Here's 3 reasons why you should pack a thermal emergency blanket in every trauma kit:

1. Shock from blood loss – Major trauma shuts down the body's ability to regulate temperature. A thermal blanket prevents further heat loss while you manage the bleeding.
2. Near-drowning incidents – Even in warm weather, extended exposure to water can rapidly drop core body temperature. Wrapping your patient will help stabilise them until you get them to hospital.
3. Sun exposure or long extrications – If you’re treating a casualty outdoors, you can use a thermal blanket to create shade or protect them from direct sunlight.

Grab a Heatsheets Blanket here: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/products/heatsheets-emergency-blanket

11/11/2025

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With 7 of the world's 10 most venomous snakes calling Australia home, knowing how to respond to a snake bite can make a real difference to patient outcome.

The Pressure Immobilisation Technique works by slowing the flow of lymph (the pathway venom uses to enter the bloodstream). By applying a firm pressure bandage and immobilising the limb, you're slowing the spread of venom and buying critical time until the patient reaches definitive care.

The Premium Snake Bite Bandage from Aero has rectangular indicators that turn to squares when correct compression is achieved, taking the guesswork out of your technique. You can find it on our website either individually or part of our TacMed Snake Bite Kit, which has everything you need in a handy vacuum sealed kit for less than 20 bucks.

Spring is snake season. Make sure you're prepared with the right kit and the right knowledge.

11/11/2025

On this Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the courage, service, and sacrifice of all Australians who have served our nation.

As a proud veteran-owned company, TacMed holds this day close to heart. We remember those who served, those who returned carrying the memories, and those who never came home.

We also remember the values they stood for - mateship, endurance, courage, and quiet strength in the face of adversity. May we continue to live by those values every day, and ensure their legacy endures.

08/11/2025

After years of 4WD’ing and camping around Australia with his mates and family, Jez decided to make a trauma first aid kit not just for long road trips, but for the daily commute as well.

From everyday cuts and scrapes to serious trauma, the TacMed Vehicle Trauma Kit has you covered:

✅ Built tough for real-world emergencies
✅ Packed with proven, high-quality gear
✅ Compact and ready wherever you go

Whether you’re out on an adventure or just doing the school run, be prepared for whatever the road throws at you.

You can find the kit details here: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/products/tacmed-vehicle-trauma-kit-w-id-tags?_pos=1&_sid=c1bb1be38&_ss=r

05/11/2025

We’re honoured to share that TacMed Australia has been awarded the Commonwealth Bank Business of the Year at the King’s Trust Australia Awards.

A huge thank you to Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn, the King’s Trust Australia team, and all the incredible finalists for an unforgettable day at Admiralty House.

This recognition celebrates the amazing work of veteran and family-owned businesses across Australia. For us, it’s a reflection of the entire TacMed community... To our team (past and present), our partners, and TacMed Nation - this one’s for you! 👊

01/11/2025

The first few minutes after a major bleed are critical.

An ambulance won't come fast enough. You are the first responder until help arrives.

That’s why it’s vital to carry a kit built for real emergencies.

The Tasmanian Tiger Tactical IFAK is compact, organised and loaded with quality trauma gear like a 4" Emergency Bandage, SOF® Tourniquet and HyFin Compact Chest Seal - giving you the tools to treat critical injuries.

Learn more here:
https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/collections/first-aid-kits/products/tt-tactical-ifak

28/10/2025

Massive haemorrhage is one of the leading causes of death in trauma emergencies. With only minutes to death from a significant arterial bleed on a limb, you need to be prepared to act fast - even if you don't have a proper tourniquet on hand.

That's where this method comes in.

Most basic first aid kits will have a triangular bandage and a pair of shears. Using these two bits of kit, you can create an improvised tourniquet that can buy you time until help arrives.

Remember:
→ Genuine tourniquets (SOF-T or CAT) are always best
→ Only use for life-threatening limb bleeding that can't be controlled by direct pressure
→ Follow manufacturer's guidelines (usually 5-10cm above wound)
→ Never over joints
→ Tighten until bleeding stops
→ Note the time and monitor the wound

This is a great one to practice on a mate so you're ready when it matters. Have you learned this technique? Let us know in the comments.

25/10/2025

Do you know your gear?

Built-in pressure bar. Versatile design. Compact & durable. Effective bleeding control.

What is it? Drop your answer in the comments.

23/10/2025

When you're deep in the bush and someone's injured, help might be hours away. There's no time to wait. You are the first responder.

This November, TacMed Training is partnering with Bushcraft Survival Australia to deliver something we've never done before. A 3-day intensive that combines Remote Casualty Care with Bushcraft Survival Essentials.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
→ Control massive haemorrhage
→ Manage airways in austere environments
→ Treat chest injuries and fractures
→ Essential bushcraft survival skills for remote scenarios
→ Move and evacuate casualties safely
→ Provide extended care while waiting for help
→ Make life-saving decisions with limited resources

This isn't standard first aid. It's realistic, scenario-based training in actual remote environments where you'll learn to survive AND save lives.

COURSE DETAILS:
📍 Coffs Coast, NSW
📅 28–30 November 2025
⏱️ 3 days immersive training
🎓 4 x Nationally Recognised HLTAID Certificates
📦 Includes Reference Cards, RCC Patch & Casualty Card

LIMITED SPOTS to ensure an immersive, hands-on training experience.

Email sales@tacmedtraining.com.au or call 1300 862 633 for all the details

21/10/2025

PART TWO. We already showed you the figure-8 technique to bring your patient's feet back into natural alignment. Now here's how to properly position and secure a SAM Pelvic Sling.

One of the most common mistakes when splinting the pelvis is wrong placement. Your splinting device must sit over the greater trochanters - NOT the iliac crest.

The SAM Pelvic Sling's force-controlled design removes the guesswork on how much compression to use. Pull the strap until you hear the click, then lock it with Velcro and you're done.

This is a great kit addition for anyone providing trauma care in more remote settings.

🏪: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/products/sam-pelvic-sling?_pos=1&_sid=a0ae9fafb&_ss=r

21/10/2025

A fractured pelvis can hold over 3 litres of blood. Splinting can minimise the space for blood to fill.

To do this, you should start by bringing your patient's feet together and immobilising with a triangular bandage in a figure-8.

Next, if available, apply a Pelvic Splint over the greater trochanters.

PART TWO drops tomorrow - see how and where to apply a SAM Pelvic Sling.

🏪: https://tacmedaustralia.com.au/products/prometheus-pelvic-splint?_pos=1&_sid=37790ef7c&_ss=r

19/10/2025

Are you heading down to Hobart for AWEMS? Why not join TacMed Training on the Remote Casualty Care course too? Spaces are extremely limited to ensure quality, hands-on instruction, so click below to save your spot today 👇

https://training.tacmed.com.au/Our-Training/Public-Programs/Remote-Casualty-Care

🔥TacMed Training is excited to offer all AWEMS25 delegates and Tassie frontline workers an exclusive 20% discount to attend the Remote Casualty Care (RCC) Program🔥

The RCC Program is designed for individuals and teams operating in high-risk and remote environments. It ensures that they have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to provide immediate, life-saving care before advanced medical assistance arrives.

The RCC course will push participants out of their comfort zone with immersive scenarios delivered by TacMed’s leading Remote Medical Instructors, comprised of an in-depth course that covers not only all the elements of remote first aid but also incorporates additional clinical skills sets, prolonged evacuation casualty treatment plans, casualty extraction considerations and remote area planning.

AWEMS delegates please provide a copy of your AWEMS 2025 conference registration at the time of enrolment to get your 20% discount!

📅 24-25th November
📍Hobart
🔗https://training.tacmed.com.au/Our-Training/Public-Programs/Remote-Casualty-Care

TacMed Australia