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CAT Tourniquet Application Guide

The document provides instructions for applying a Combat Application Tourniquet. It describes a two-handed application method involving 6 steps of routing the band around the limb, passing it through buckle slits, tightening it very tight, securing it, placing and securing the rod, and preparing the patient for transport. It also describes a one-handed application method involving 7 steps and storing the tourniquet in a compact configuration.

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CAT Tourniquet Application Guide

The document provides instructions for applying a Combat Application Tourniquet. It describes a two-handed application method involving 6 steps of routing the band around the limb, passing it through buckle slits, tightening it very tight, securing it, placing and securing the rod, and preparing the patient for transport. It also describes a one-handed application method involving 7 steps and storing the tourniquet in a compact configuration.

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RAW-23110 REV 00

Combat Application Tourniquet


Instructions for Use: Two-handed Application
To prepare for use, store the C-A-T in its one-handed configuration

Apply tourniquet proximal to the bleeding site.


Route the band around the limb and pass the
tip through the inside slit of the buckle. Pull the
band tight.

Tactical Black

Pass the tip through the outside slit of the buckle.


The friction buckle will lock the band in place.

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NSN 6515-01-521-7976

U.S. Patent No. 7,842,067; 7,892,253;


Patents pending in other foreign countries
Licensed and Manufactured by:
Composite Resources, Inc. 803.366.9700
WARNING: THIS IS A SINGLE USE PRODUCT
This product is intended for qualified trained professionals in the
application of a tourniquet. It is not intended for the general public.
Use only as directed by your EMS authority or under the supervision of a physician. Read entire Instructions For Use prior to using
this product. Inappropriate application can result in serious injury
or loss of limb. The use of any tourniquet is A LAST RESORT and
should only be employed when bleeding cannot be stopped and
the situation is life threatening.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
Composite Resources, Inc., its employees, agents, contractors,
suppliers, and distributors shall assume no liability for injury or
damages arising from the application and use of the Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T). The user assumes all risk of liability.
Composite Resources, Inc
485 Lakeshore Parkway
Rock Hill, SC 29730

Mdi Europa GmbH


Langenhagener Strae 71
D-30855 Langenhagener

Pull the band very tight and securely fasten the band
back on itself.

Twist the rod until bright red bleeding has


stopped and the distal pulse is eliminated.

Place the rod inside the clip; locking it in place.


Check for bleeding and distal pulse. If bleeding is
not controlled, consider additional tightening or applying a second tourniquet proximal side by side to
the first and reassess.

Secure the rod inside the clip with the strap.


Prepare the patient for transport and reassess. Record the time of application.

Instructions for Use: One-handed Application

Apply the tourniquet proximal to the


bleeding site Insert the wounded limb
through the loop formed by the band.

Pull the band very tight and securely


fasten the band back on itself.

Place the rod inside the clip locking it in


place. Check for bleeding and distal
pulse. If bleeding is not controlled,
consider additional tightening or applying a second tourniquet proximal side
by side to the first and reassess.

Twist the rod until bright red bleeding


has stopped and the distal pulse is
eliminated.

Adhere the band around the limb. Do


not adhere the band past the rod clip.

Secure the rod and band with the


strap. Prepare for transport and
reassess. If possible, record time
of application on white strap.

Adhere the band over the rod, inside


the clip, and fully around the limb.

Storing in the One-Handed Configuration


To prepare for use, store the C-A-T in its one-handed configuration

Pass the tip through the inside slit in the


buckle. Pull 6 of band through, fold it back
and adhere the band to itself.

EMS Orange
NSN Pending

Flatten the loop formed by the band.


Place the buckle in the middle of the
flattened band.

Fold the C-A-T in half placing the


buckle at one end. The C-A-T is now
ready to be placed in your medical kit.

Trainer Blue
NSN 6910-01-560-2972

Licensed and Manufactured by:


Composite Resources, Inc. 803-366-9700
485 Lakeshore Parkway, Rock Hill, SC 29730
www.composite-resources.com

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