Participants will learn how to control severe arterial bleeding using commercial tourniquets or improvised methods, apply compression bandages, pack wounds, and treat chest injuries.
EFAF – Treating Gunshot Wounds
Course Overview
This course provides critical first-aid training for treating gunshot wounds and other life-threatening injuries. Participants will learn how to assess injuries, control bleeding, and apply emergency medical techniques that can buy valuable time until professional medical help arrives.
Main Topics:
- Understanding traumatic injuries and their impact on the body.
- Identifying life-threatening wounds and prioritizing treatment.
- Proper use of tourniquets, pressure dressings, and hemostatic agents.
- Wound packing and bandaging techniques.
- Recognizing and treating shock.
- Emergency action planning and calling for help.
Who Should Attend
- Firearm owners and concealed carriers who want to be prepared for emergency situations.
- Law enforcement, security personnel, and first responders seeking life-saving medical skills.
- Anyone interested in learning how to respond effectively to a gunshot wound or other traumatic injuries.
Class Structure
- Hands-on Training: Practical application of emergency medical techniques.
- Duration: 3–4 hours.
- Class Size: Limited to 10 students for personalized instruction.
