Not sure why RUclips decided I needed to see this but glad I did. I am an electrician and have a bit of a tool/gear obsession. Great video I'm off to check out your flashlight review now.
I’m a night shifter and LOVE my night shift! Someone from day shift asked me if/when I’d trade my shift with them. I replied, “(Persons Name), you can have my night shift spot when you pry it from my cold dead fingers” 😂. I probably should be careful ...
But also almost every german paramedic has simple polo shurts without any utility, simple cargo pants without dedicated trauma shere pockets etc... But i still prefer that we have a lot of 3M reflective stuff on most of our uniform, way more visible than most of the US paramedics
👈 Stuttgart Rettungswagon 🇩🇪 I hate the neon orange and yellow reflecting uniform. Its just one more annoying thing you have to deal with. If I had the same uniform as the paramedics in the USA wear I'd be much happier than being a human glowstick
Love the X-Shears. I have 2 pair of them. Like you say, they are much easier to clean after a messy call. I have a set of raptors as well, but rarely use them anymore.
Hey man, just wanted to thank you for your instructional content; some of it was super helpful when I was studying up for NREMT earlier this year! If you don't mind me geeking out for a sec on boots... Dunno if you've ever heard about this, but I think there was a study done some years ago by the US Army on boots and socks. If I remember right, it found that the best footwear layout was (from inside to outside): a thin, wicking sock (ex high% polyester sock); then a slightly thicker merino wool sock (I love DarnTough socks); and lastly the boot. The inner sock just kinda glides around within the outer sock, preventing blisters/hotspots/chafing. Plus, it dumps all your sweat into the wool, which can keep you warm even when wet. The whole setup ventilates well enough to use year-round too. It's how I've always worn my boots, and it's never let me down yet. Boy Scout -> EMT -> CSAR hopeful/trainee
Very similar to what I used to carry as an EMT. I couldn't give drugs so i never carried a carpuject. I had a vest i actually got for free from a family friend, his police department changed the vests every 5 years and they still had 5 years left on the date which carried me through until i became a nurse and left EMS. I used to wear it when i worked in the city, as well as my transport job when my truck would go to Reading, PA, Philadelphia or other high risk areas. Even though i didn't do 911 in transport , the areas were often high drug and it made me feel comfortable in the rare case someone tried to rob our bls unit thinking we had sedatives or opiates
@@specialforcesgaming3230 Oh OK. Thanks for the clarification. Where I am we don't have EMT level, only advanced care paramedic level and upwards. There are communities that have EMT level but to be that EMT level you have to be indigenous and live and work in an indigenous community. Elsewhere ambulances are crewed by paramedics.
@@coover65 we have BLS and ALS ambulances in the us. BLS ambulance is staffed by 2 emt or aemt. ALS is staffed by 2 paramedics or 1 paramedic and a emt/aemt.
@@specialforcesgaming3230 Yes I've read about Americans have BLS ambulances. The BLS staff we have is a somewhat contentious issue. Imagine if they said only Native Americans can be EMT level and can only work in Indian Reservations?
Hey Sam! In the future if you’re ever looking for another belt I’d highly recommend Alonso Defense Group. The belt itself is made of scuba webbing so it’s super stiff, water resistant and the buckle is made of a non magnetic material so it doesn’t rust or anything either. I’ve used one as my battle belt for a year or so now and I love it. Keep it coming with the videos and we all really appreciate the work you’re doing
Best comment I read about this topic so far: "I was always lucky enough to have a colleague with the stuff I needed on his belt, so please keep doing it!" It's a pain, that many people judge their colleagues by the amount of stuff on their belts. For me it has always been quite simple: if it's annoying in the pockets, it goes on the belt. And to be honest it's not such a big deal on the station I work at, since many of the more senior colleagues have quite a lot of equipment on their belts. From my experience it's often about having a reason to carry it in the first place. Afterwards there's hardly any difference between a few things on the belt and stuffed pockets. It's actually a bit more handy to have it on the belt since our pockets don't have quite much internal structure.
I had a very similar loadout when i worked on the rigs at the fire dept. I didn't keep anything on my belt. I had the radio sling with the rechargeable L light attached to it. I didn't have the badge luckily.
@@PrepMedic It does get in the way which is why I don't like it. Plus when I had to throw on the soft body armor I had to grab my other radio pouch that I kept in my bag. That I had to put on my belt. Unfortunately since I was a fire fighter I needed to be able to take off the sling & throw my turnout gear on fast. Luckily I didn't have to do it that much.
PrepMedic same here. I got a nice holster from Long’s Shadow Holsters for our APXs. Great setup and wicked comfortable. The guys make fun of me a bit but whatever lol.
Great video as always! Good to see more people sporting the Kick, did a video on mine a while back. Its just super light weight for a leatherman of its size. Thanks for sharing!
24 hour Super Rural County 911 Paramedic in Missouri. Two counties covered. 1,000 sq miles. One ambulance per county. Have to be ready for anything and everything. Nice to see what everyone is using.
I did a relieving stint in the western part of our state (Queensland, Australia). 36,500 square miles and only 300 people in that catchment, with 120 in the "biggest town".
@@coover65 now that's some territory! Thank you for being out there and available! I can't imagine the gear you need not only for your own survival but to serve the people.
@@rianwilson8724 Our ambulance services are owned by each respective state government (imagine a "Missouri Ambulance Service" as the one and only service). We can get to do relief work in some remote areas. On day 2 I was being shown around by the guy I was taking over and we got a job. Being a city boy the first instinct was to start donning gloves. My mate says "what are you doing?" Turned out we were four hours away. Too far for choppers, locals usually contact the Flying Doctor by radio if medical help is needed. Nearly everybody outside town has an airstrip. It's about 2 hours flying time to a main hospital. Google "Bedourie Queensland" for an eye opener. Take care out there.
@@michaelwolgast6993 as far as i know the haix x1 are no longer in production.. The xr1 is the new Version. So get yourself some x1 as long as they are still in stock :D
HI! Have you seen Scootch00? sale coming 29 Aug. not sure what model ~ sorry. ~- * fyi > ruclips.net/video/MCnHXLNLJXs/видео.html Scootch00 : ) Check site, that's what's easiest. cheers!
It may not be my position to comment due that I am not in your business although I am a huge fan of the deluth trading fire hose pants as tactical pants.
You make great videos man, I just find it funny how different agencies are from each other as well as the people within those agencies. I’ve worked in EMS for almost 10 years in a very busy system in central California. We wear T-shirts in the summer and sweat shirts in the winter, and carry as little as possible for the most part. We definitely have a comfort > everything mentality haha. Me personally, I use a radio strap that has a shear holder on the radio bucket, and I also keep a flashlight and pen on the strap as well. I, of course, always have my phone and wallet on me as well as a sharpie, but thats really it. I guess keys too for the rig, but other than that I can’t really think of anything. On calls, I print a strip of monitor paper and write everything on the back of it. We transmit vitals via cloud, and we don’t have name badges or class B’s. Very different from what you guys do it seems like, pretty interesting. Keep up the good work!
Olight will have 24 hr sale on 8/29 (a few hours earlier for Pacific time zone): Seeker 2 for 30% off ($77) and a bundle with I3T for 40% off ($79). The light Sam showed is the Pro version of Seeker 2; the one that will be on sale is a new simplified version that doesn't have the cool indicator lights at the switch.
This is very interesting. Yeah using an older Apple watch is a good idea at work. It can get dirty and beat up, so you won’t have anxieties as you go throughout your day. Cheers mate!
I'm about to start my EMT class as a precursor to paramedic. What kind of gear/clothes should I have for class if anything? Love the videos. You are a natural, no ahm, ums, or info that is not worth hearing . Thanks
About that flash drive, you should grab one of the Sandisk Connect models of flash drives, which have them ranging from 64 GBs to 200GBs. They have the ability to connect to your phone or tablet via the app as it generates its own wireless signal to connect. May be useful, not really sure what conditions you would have to go through, but seems good.
A piece of cloth seems excessive. I usually just keep a small vial full of prayers soaked in holy water. Works wonders stopping gross hemorrhage and can even reattach severed limbs. Much more versatile than a tq.
Can you do an updated jump bag video as I’m interested to see what is different in the jump bag that you carry in Colorado in the one you carry it in Iowa
I love those 5.11 pants. Unfortunately my company only has us wear off brand cheap pants that had exposed threads/seams from day 1. Not water resistant either like the 5.11s. I'm gonna have to check out that guardian angel. Looks way cool, lots of different uses but we're not allowed to wear anything on our epilets. We also dont have ID badges, which I always thought was weird.
Just as some constructive criticism (and it goes for not just you but a LOT of other RUclipsrs), try not to repeat yourself about what the video is about. Tell it once...move on. Most of the time the title says what the video is about so you probably don't even need to mention it just go "Let's get straight into it...". In the first 45 secs you've basically said 3 times that "this video is about my updated edc/every day carry". The rest of the video was fine. Really informative, good pace, no heavy editing. Sounds like you have an interesting job! Be safe out there!
I am looking at doing more Stop the Bleed classes in the NOCO area and Skinny Medic and I have talked about putting on a joint class in the Denver area. Go harass him and tell him to get his ass to Denver!
Looking at what LEOs, soldiers, construction workers carry, its all a version of soldiering. Uniform, LBE, PPE. The ones making fun of a bat-belt-wearing medic are usually the ones who are just too cool to carry anything with them. On scenes, they wanna borrow stuff from the guy who isn't just too cool. I retired from a busy service where it wasn't practical to strip down to go to sleep. So I had a belt with radio and a few other things, pull-on boots (steel toe, waterproof and EH rated). I could usually beat younger guys to the rig. The thing that kills us most frequently at work is vehicular crashes. We should be using seat belts in the back, and wearing a helmet. We need multi-purpose PPE. Like a helmet that provides reasonable crash and ballistic protection, but doesn't look like a combat helmet. FR rated uniforms with high visibility features. Ballistic vests that look more like a traffic vest. If we pack heat at work, and I do, it should be concealed. As far as EDC, every medic should have a light source, cutting tool, comms, one set of PPE (gloves, mask) and a quick reference source be it cards behind your ID badge, a pocket guide, etc. And a goddamn pen and something to write on! I work at a slower, kinder and gentler semi-rural service now, across a bay from an island city with a large level one teaching hospital. Some of my crews are just too cool to carry stuff with them. When they want something of mine, I tell them to walk their happy and/or unhappy ass back to their rig and get it.
I would suggest your department adding a uniform that makes you NOT look like Law Enforcement. I am aware that you have been through a TEMS course and have had some very limited exposure to LE tactics; but a seasoned cop nor a Spec Tac Operator does that make you. Stay safe my friend!
EMS uniforms are routinely navy blue in the US🤷🏻♂️. It could potentially lead to an issue but ultimately someone looking to do harm to a uniform isn't going to reconsider because you are a paramedic. While I am not a "Spec Tac Operator" I do have 4+ years as a certified law enforcement officer along with 2 years as an armed SWAT entry team member. I have taken several TEMS classes along with SWAT school and CQB specific classes.
@@PrepMedic My point still stands brother. Just be careful. Certifications and practice don't replace experience. BUT Always good for the team to have an asset not afraid to help and who knows enough of what is going on to not get in the way. As far as the uni... That is exactly what I am talking about. That kind of individual is statistically going to be looking for an LE uniform. Your uniform is nearly identical under quick glance, minus a visible side arm. It's a catch 22 though. If I had my way and had all of you EMSers wrapped in prophylactic green, the flip side of that is that you stand out to someone looking to do harm. Total catch 22 I get it. My post came across as a beat down, but it wasn't entirely meant so. Stay Safe.
PrepMedic, do you ever use the RiteInTheRain EMS books? Are you familiar with them, if so, what is your opinion? Also, at 9:18 I saw you're using the gel pen, do you find that still works for RITR books? I haven't tried it yet. Thanks for the great videos, and suggestions. Keep it up!
Have you ever gotten your pants tapered at the tailors. I have the 511 EMS pants too but they are super baggy. The first time I wore them my daughter asked me if we were going sledding because she thought I had snow pants on. Everything about the pants are great I just wish they were just a little less like MC Hammer pants.
I have never been able to find a setting to make my apple watch stay on for as long as my wrist is up... can someone please tell me where it is 😂 and google wasn’t able to tell me. I have to turn off the screen then tap it on to make it stay on for 70 seconds (weirdly precise Apple) heh
Are you still in Colorado? I am in Paramedic school now and the PLAN is to move to CO (Where I spent my childhood). to run EMS. The HOPE is South Metro Denver.
Nice description of your daily kit , after doing the job for long enough I see you discovered the principals of KISS , ‘keep it simple stupid !’ When your carrying kit on your body all shift less is most definitely more ! PS with your boots give them a spray with a good quality waterproofer will make a big difference to performance . As to your shirts ? EMS run on there body reserves we get to eat that infrequently !😉 so put on some weight ! I’ve seen more meat in a vegan restaurant than there is on you ! 🤣🤣👍
You’re the reason I became EMT. Thank you. Side note: you’re videos are pure gold.
Kevin Hayden thank you sir!
Not sure why RUclips decided I needed to see this but glad I did. I am an electrician and have a bit of a tool/gear obsession. Great video I'm off to check out your flashlight review now.
lol YT Did someone 'Good' - Nice to know!
Gear head for life!
Haha that’s funny, I’m an electrician too and start EMS school for my local volunteer dept and am definitely a gear head
“I’m a day shifter, I’m a princess when it comes to working nights, I HATE working nights” 🤣🤣🤣 you’re the best dude.
I love his honesty 😂
Jason Smith the real freaks come out at nights.... lol
Careful bro.
All the animals go out at night
Bro I’m the opposite. I just switched to days and forgot about the big bright orange thing.
I’m a night shifter and LOVE my night shift! Someone from day shift asked me if/when I’d trade my shift with them. I replied, “(Persons Name), you can have my night shift spot when you pry it from my cold dead fingers” 😂. I probably should be careful ...
Starting my EMT course today. Thanks for being my inspiration
Good luck!
Just finished my EMT-B here in Wisconsin. Wish you the best of luck!! It really is a fun class!!
I already took my courses
I’m planning on taking my EMT course as a PSEO class to have my high school pay for it
How’s it going?
My dad was inspired by you he was a paramedic 3 months ago and that time he always watches your channel that’s how I’m watching your videos
In Germany nearly every Paramedic and Firefighter get Haix boots issued, these Boots are fantastic!
But also almost every german paramedic has simple polo shurts without any utility, simple cargo pants without dedicated trauma shere pockets etc... But i still prefer that we have a lot of 3M reflective stuff on most of our uniform, way more visible than most of the US paramedics
Heinrich Christiansson Yeah, I like the high visibility stuff wayyy more, except it’s higher maintenance
We don‘t use Haix and I know a lot of Fire Departments and EMS Units that don‘t use it...
👈 Stuttgart Rettungswagon 🇩🇪 I hate the neon orange and yellow reflecting uniform. Its just one more annoying thing you have to deal with. If I had the same uniform as the paramedics in the USA wear I'd be much happier than being a human glowstick
My department bought Haix turnout boots. Worst boot's I've ever worn. They're incredibly uncomfortable.
Love the X-Shears. I have 2 pair of them. Like you say, they are much easier to clean after a messy call. I have a set of raptors as well, but rarely use them anymore.
Omg I live in Colorado. Glad to know your with us
Hey man, just wanted to thank you for your instructional content; some of it was super helpful when I was studying up for NREMT earlier this year!
If you don't mind me geeking out for a sec on boots... Dunno if you've ever heard about this, but I think there was a study done some years ago by the US Army on boots and socks. If I remember right, it found that the best footwear layout was (from inside to outside): a thin, wicking sock (ex high% polyester sock); then a slightly thicker merino wool sock (I love DarnTough socks); and lastly the boot. The inner sock just kinda glides around within the outer sock, preventing blisters/hotspots/chafing. Plus, it dumps all your sweat into the wool, which can keep you warm even when wet. The whole setup ventilates well enough to use year-round too.
It's how I've always worn my boots, and it's never let me down yet. Boy Scout -> EMT -> CSAR hopeful/trainee
I started EMT-b class yesterday and I’m so excited! I wish there were more get ready with me’s
Very similar to what I used to carry as an EMT. I couldn't give drugs so i never carried a carpuject. I had a vest i actually got for free from a family friend, his police department changed the vests every 5 years and they still had 5 years left on the date which carried me through until i became a nurse and left EMS. I used to wear it when i worked in the city, as well as my transport job when my truck would go to Reading, PA, Philadelphia or other high risk areas. Even though i didn't do 911 in transport , the areas were often high drug and it made me feel comfortable in the rare case someone tried to rob our bls unit thinking we had sedatives or opiates
Question from an Australian paramedic, how can you be an EMT and not give drugs? It makes no sense.
@@coover65 I think what he meant was we can’t start iv’s and give all the advanced drugs that a paramedic can.
@@specialforcesgaming3230 Oh OK. Thanks for the clarification. Where I am we don't have EMT level, only advanced care paramedic level and upwards. There are communities that have EMT level but to be that EMT level you have to be indigenous and live and work in an indigenous community. Elsewhere ambulances are crewed by paramedics.
@@coover65 we have BLS and ALS ambulances in the us. BLS ambulance is staffed by 2 emt or aemt. ALS is staffed by 2 paramedics or 1 paramedic and a emt/aemt.
@@specialforcesgaming3230 Yes I've read about Americans have BLS ambulances. The BLS staff we have is a somewhat contentious issue. Imagine if they said only Native Americans can be EMT level and can only work in Indian Reservations?
Thank you for your service! I love you guys! You inspire me to be a paramedic
Hey Sam! In the future if you’re ever looking for another belt I’d highly recommend Alonso Defense Group. The belt itself is made of scuba webbing so it’s super stiff, water resistant and the buckle is made of a non magnetic material so it doesn’t rust or anything either. I’ve used one as my battle belt for a year or so now and I love it. Keep it coming with the videos and we all really appreciate the work you’re doing
I will look into it. Thank you for the tip!
Best comment I read about this topic so far: "I was always lucky enough to have a colleague with the stuff I needed on his belt, so please keep doing it!"
It's a pain, that many people judge their colleagues by the amount of stuff on their belts. For me it has always been quite simple: if it's annoying in the pockets, it goes on the belt. And to be honest it's not such a big deal on the station I work at, since many of the more senior colleagues have quite a lot of equipment on their belts. From my experience it's often about having a reason to carry it in the first place. Afterwards there's hardly any difference between a few things on the belt and stuffed pockets. It's actually a bit more handy to have it on the belt since our pockets don't have quite much internal structure.
i really like these EDC's it always give me ideas to upgrade my EDC
I love watching you. Can't wait to start my EMT course in a couple months. I'll know a little more than my peers lol
I'm glad someone validated me carrying an ankle first aid kit
I'm an Aspiring doctor . I also Really Like What The military does. I really like Your Detailed Videos Please keep it Up!!
You are the only reviewers so far that so the side of the placard.
As a new EMT-B that's also about to start paramedic school I love your videos
Chris Trevino good luck!
A very educational video about the emergency services!
I had a very similar loadout when i worked on the rigs at the fire dept.
I didn't keep anything on my belt. I had the radio sling with the rechargeable L light attached to it. I didn't have the badge luckily.
A lot of our guys like the sling but I hate it. It gets in the way.
@@PrepMedic
It does get in the way which is why I don't like it. Plus when I had to throw on the soft body armor I had to grab my other radio pouch that I kept in my bag. That I had to put on my belt.
Unfortunately since I was a fire fighter I needed to be able to take off the sling & throw my turnout gear on fast. Luckily I didn't have to do it that much.
PrepMedic same here. I got a nice holster from Long’s Shadow Holsters for our APXs. Great setup and wicked comfortable. The guys make fun of me a bit but whatever lol.
One of my fav para edc channels!
Great video as always! Good to see more people sporting the Kick, did a video on mine a while back. Its just super light weight for a leatherman of its size. Thanks for sharing!
24 hour Super Rural County 911 Paramedic in Missouri. Two counties covered. 1,000 sq miles. One ambulance per county. Have to be ready for anything and everything.
Nice to see what everyone is using.
I did a relieving stint in the western part of our state (Queensland, Australia). 36,500 square miles and only 300 people in that catchment, with 120 in the "biggest town".
@@coover65 now that's some territory! Thank you for being out there and available! I can't imagine the gear you need not only for your own survival but to serve the people.
@@rianwilson8724 Our ambulance services are owned by each respective state government (imagine a "Missouri Ambulance Service" as the one and only service). We can get to do relief work in some remote areas. On day 2 I was being shown around by the guy I was taking over and we got a job. Being a city boy the first instinct was to start donning gloves. My mate says "what are you doing?" Turned out we were four hours away. Too far for choppers, locals usually contact the Flying Doctor by radio if medical help is needed. Nearly everybody outside town has an airstrip. It's about 2 hours flying time to a main hospital. Google "Bedourie Queensland" for an eye opener. Take care out there.
GEOTAB! I'm glad we aren't the only ones who have to deal with it haha.
How have I missed on this channel for soooo long
Awesome video! Thank you so much! Hopeful emt, 1 more week till the final then NREMT
You can pop the cap off the carpuject and draw the meds out. Great setup.
Change your boots to Haix X1 believe me they are much better for EMS and great for summer and winter!
Big M I agree. Had mine for years still kicking ass
@@AmericanMinuteman95 i recommend you if you like your X1 do not change to XR1 the are way worse in my eyes:)
Big M thank you for the info I had thought about it but now I will keep what I have. Thank you
@@AmericanMinuteman95 keep buying X1
You're Welcome:)
@@michaelwolgast6993 as far as i know the haix x1 are no longer in production..
The xr1 is the new Version. So get yourself some x1 as long as they are still in stock :D
Looking forward to grabbing the seeker II when olight has the sale. Seems like a solid light.
HI! Have you seen Scootch00? sale coming 29 Aug. not sure what model ~ sorry. ~- *
fyi > ruclips.net/video/MCnHXLNLJXs/видео.html Scootch00 : ) Check site, that's what's easiest. cheers!
It may not be my position to comment due that I am not in your business although I am a huge fan of the deluth trading fire hose pants as tactical pants.
"They have a zipper on the side if you're a 24 hour truck, or just lazy"
😆
Say hello to Brett and Lisa for me. I used to work over there and am now in TN. Good video as well bud.
You make great videos man, I just find it funny how different agencies are from each other as well as the people within those agencies. I’ve worked in EMS for almost 10 years in a very busy system in central California. We wear T-shirts in the summer and sweat shirts in the winter, and carry as little as possible for the most part. We definitely have a comfort > everything mentality haha. Me personally, I use a radio strap that has a shear holder on the radio bucket, and I also keep a flashlight and pen on the strap as well. I, of course, always have my phone and wallet on me as well as a sharpie, but thats really it. I guess keys too for the rig, but other than that I can’t really think of anything. On calls, I print a strip of monitor paper and write everything on the back of it. We transmit vitals via cloud, and we don’t have name badges or class B’s. Very different from what you guys do it seems like, pretty interesting. Keep up the good work!
2:32
That steel cord may be known as a gear retractor.
Love the intro also, keep on going what you are doing!
Olight will have 24 hr sale on 8/29 (a few hours earlier for Pacific time zone): Seeker 2 for 30% off ($77) and a bundle with I3T for 40% off ($79). The light Sam showed is the Pro version of Seeker 2; the one that will be on sale is a new simplified version that doesn't have the cool indicator lights at the switch.
This is very interesting. Yeah using an older Apple watch is a good idea at work. It can get dirty and beat up, so you won’t have anxieties as you go throughout your day. Cheers mate!
Same thing..youtube sent me here but In glad...as a firefighter volunteer. o really appreciate it.
“Haix” gets pronounced like “hikes”
This is correct! And the best boots in the world
I'm about to start my EMT class as a precursor to paramedic. What kind of gear/clothes should I have for class if anything? Love the videos. You are a natural, no ahm, ums, or info that is not worth hearing . Thanks
Great video Sam. Keep them coming.
Part of me wants to get the EMS pants even though I’m in high school mainly because i carry odd things in my pockets.
About that flash drive, you should grab one of the Sandisk Connect models of flash drives, which have them ranging from 64 GBs to 200GBs. They have the ability to connect to your phone or tablet via the app as it generates its own wireless signal to connect. May be useful, not really sure what conditions you would have to go through, but seems good.
Ditch the CAT and get a blue piece of cloth doused with essential oils 😂
WBM just call me Dr. Mike !
@@PrepMedic at your service 😂
A piece of cloth seems excessive. I usually just keep a small vial full of prayers soaked in holy water. Works wonders stopping gross hemorrhage and can even reattach severed limbs. Much more versatile than a tq.
@Fantom_ 360 yeah I find lavender scents, jack Daniel's and copper sulfate essence work great in stopping about 0% of any major bleed
@@idahomike u need to play resident evil 7 and 8
Excellent and very interesting video mate! Good onya
Can you do a truck tour of your new rigs
dalton lotz hopefully soon.
What monitor does your department use? We use Lifepak12 and I can transmit my vitals, ekg directly to my tablet. We use Safety pad for our reports.
Geo Herrera we use Zoll. It would work if we took the time to set it up but with 40+ trucks it gets complicated
@@PrepMedic got it brother! I can see how that can be a pain. I appreciate your videos thx!
Very cool! It is great to see what you carry... I may have to get an LEO one done...🤔
Can you do an updated jump bag video as I’m interested to see what is different in the jump bag that you carry in Colorado in the one you carry it in Iowa
5 months and 21 days until I start EMT training, in colorado lol
How did it go
@@finesslysnipes1352 covid happened then life changed and now i do something else
I love those 5.11 pants. Unfortunately my company only has us wear off brand cheap pants that had exposed threads/seams from day 1. Not water resistant either like the 5.11s.
I'm gonna have to check out that guardian angel. Looks way cool, lots of different uses but we're not allowed to wear anything on our epilets. We also dont have ID badges, which I always thought was weird.
Just as some constructive criticism (and it goes for not just you but a LOT of other RUclipsrs), try not to repeat yourself about what the video is about. Tell it once...move on. Most of the time the title says what the video is about so you probably don't even need to mention it just go "Let's get straight into it...".
In the first 45 secs you've basically said 3 times that "this video is about my updated edc/every day carry".
The rest of the video was fine. Really informative, good pace, no heavy editing. Sounds like you have an interesting job! Be safe out there!
You should look into lights with high color rendering index for examining people
Not only do I have a bar light for my shoulder but my other shoulder has a back up alarm for extra safety.
I just joined the US navy I'm going to be a hospital corpsman, informative about the uniforms EMTs and paramedics have
Are you near colorado springs? It'd be awesome to do a class with you like skinny medic does
Seconding this
Im in dougco so everywhere is equally as inconvenient for me to get to so I'd be happy to go wherever for a class/meet
I am looking at doing more Stop the Bleed classes in the NOCO area and Skinny Medic and I have talked about putting on a joint class in the Denver area. Go harass him and tell him to get his ass to Denver!
@@PrepMedic Can I pay for a class with some of my moms famous casserole?
@@PrepMedic fuck I'd be happy to get a stop the bleed class with you in a mcdonalds playland
I'm ems provider, I like your stuff, I only carry medications bag and stethoscope on my nick and small flashlight on my belt
Are you no longer doing SWAT stuff in Colorado? And is there maybe a plan for that in the future?
I am working towards some stuff but it all takes time. Right now I am on the All Hazards Response Team for disaster response and SAR right now
Dude has a serious widows peak he looks like Eddie Munster or Count Chocola haha I can't stop looking at it
Looking at what LEOs, soldiers, construction workers carry, its all a version of soldiering. Uniform, LBE, PPE. The ones making fun of a bat-belt-wearing medic are usually the ones who are just too cool to carry anything with them. On scenes, they wanna borrow stuff from the guy who isn't just too cool. I retired from a busy service where it wasn't practical to strip down to go to sleep. So I had a belt with radio and a few other things, pull-on boots (steel toe, waterproof and EH rated). I could usually beat younger guys to the rig. The thing that kills us most frequently at work is vehicular crashes. We should be using seat belts in the back, and wearing a helmet. We need multi-purpose PPE. Like a helmet that provides reasonable crash and ballistic protection, but doesn't look like a combat helmet. FR rated uniforms with high visibility features. Ballistic vests that look more like a traffic vest. If we pack heat at work, and I do, it should be concealed. As far as EDC, every medic should have a light source, cutting tool, comms, one set of PPE (gloves, mask) and a quick reference source be it cards behind your ID badge, a pocket guide, etc. And a goddamn pen and something to write on! I work at a slower, kinder and gentler semi-rural service now, across a bay from an island city with a large level one teaching hospital. Some of my crews are just too cool to carry stuff with them. When they want something of mine, I tell them to walk their happy and/or unhappy ass back to their rig and get it.
So glad I found your channel! I start my EMT class tomorrow.
Colorado Dep here welcome to the Rockies. I had no idea you moved
The Taclight EMS pants are nice, but once 5.11 came out with the Stryke EMS pants I am never going back to the Taclight.
I would suggest your department adding a uniform that makes you NOT look like Law Enforcement. I am aware that you have been through a TEMS course and have had some very limited exposure to LE tactics; but a seasoned cop nor a Spec Tac Operator does that make you. Stay safe my friend!
EMS uniforms are routinely navy blue in the US🤷🏻♂️. It could potentially lead to an issue but ultimately someone looking to do harm to a uniform isn't going to reconsider because you are a paramedic. While I am not a "Spec Tac Operator" I do have 4+ years as a certified law enforcement officer along with 2 years as an armed SWAT entry team member. I have taken several TEMS classes along with SWAT school and CQB specific classes.
@@PrepMedic My point still stands brother. Just be careful. Certifications and practice don't replace experience. BUT Always good for the team to have an asset not afraid to help and who knows enough of what is going on to not get in the way. As far as the uni... That is exactly what I am talking about. That kind of individual is statistically going to be looking for an LE uniform. Your uniform is nearly identical under quick glance, minus a visible side arm. It's a catch 22 though. If I had my way and had all of you EMSers wrapped in prophylactic green, the flip side of that is that you stand out to someone looking to do harm. Total catch 22 I get it. My post came across as a beat down, but it wasn't entirely meant so. Stay Safe.
when you smile you kinda look like Jimmy Darmody in my opinion
Check out the klikbelt 2-ply tactical. I used one while in the army and it was quite handy
So did you continue to work as a sheriff for your local Department or are you only doing the paramedic field now?
I work in fire/ems and I would never lay a finger on the bottom of my boots without gloves #sickysicky
Updated videos of new rigs, jump bags, drug boxes, etc
When I can I totally will.
Yes! Thx for making the vid
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Haix boots FTW!
I use to be an EMT/ Firefighter. wow I kinda miss it now
Get “smoked” by a car, love your enthusiasm keep it up great video
“Unknown driver, unknown driver, unknown driver”
😳 I hear that voice when I go to sleep at night.
Awesome video! Subed!!
HAIX from Germany 🤙🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Awesome vid! Only question is, isn't that a gel pen you have with the RiteInRain notepad at 9:22? I thought they didn't work.
Connor Lee works fine for me 🤷♂️
PrepMedic Never tried it before! Thanks for the reply and the info. :)
Great presentation.
Good vid buddy nice gear
PrepMedic, do you ever use the RiteInTheRain EMS books? Are you familiar with them, if so, what is your opinion?
Also, at 9:18 I saw you're using the gel pen, do you find that still works for RITR books? I haven't tried it yet.
Thanks for the great videos, and suggestions. Keep it up!
Have you ever gotten your pants tapered at the tailors. I have the 511 EMS pants too but they are super baggy. The first time I wore them my daughter asked me if we were going sledding because she thought I had snow pants on. Everything about the pants are great I just wish they were just a little less like MC Hammer pants.
I use hemostats for clamping off arterial bleeders
Need an undated one, not a flight medic one. Though you said you do one day air, one day ground
I’m in a Criminal Justice class and our shirts look almost the exact same
I’m joining my Ambulance corps, and I am wondering what is a good knife to carry?
I wouldn't call you a princess but, I get what you're saying. Thanks for the video. Awesome EDC.
Solid question, who did your custom fit earpiece? I’m local to CO and my earpiece gets stupid irritable after about 2 hours of use
Comment about Haix boots, Haix sponsor the British Army and we’re issued Haix boots upon joining, hence the heroes wear Haix 🤙🏻
Do you carry some type of medication dose notes? Im a Paramedic in Germany and the most of us carry these, especially for children.
I need a job in Colorado! We can’t afford this sweet gear here!
Come on out! We have openings.
Do first responders have their uniforms and , pens , mugs made at a special place that’s just for them?
thanks for sharing !!!
I have never been able to find a setting to make my apple watch stay on for as long as my wrist is up... can someone please tell me where it is 😂 and google wasn’t able to tell me. I have to turn off the screen then tap it on to make it stay on for 70 seconds (weirdly precise Apple) heh
Have you done a comparison between the dark angel medical and warrior poet society ankle trauma kits?
Are you still in Colorado? I am in Paramedic school now and the PLAN is to move to CO (Where I spent my childhood). to run EMS. The HOPE is South Metro Denver.
You really wear concealable soft armor? No hate that’s just surprising. Do you run in a super bad response area?
Take a look at the Victorinox rescue tool, I'd really like to get your opinion on it
I will take a look at it.
Nice description of your daily kit , after doing the job for long enough I see you discovered the principals of KISS , ‘keep it simple stupid !’
When your carrying kit on your body all shift less is most definitely more !
PS with your boots give them a spray with a good quality waterproofer will make a big difference to performance .
As to your shirts ? EMS run on there body reserves we get to eat that infrequently !😉 so put on some weight ! I’ve seen more meat in a vegan restaurant than there is on you ! 🤣🤣👍
This cracked me up. Thanks 😊