Description: The Department of Defense (DoD) Stop the Bleed Course is an official medical training program designed to teach participants how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and take immediate, decisive action to control it. This evidence-based course follows DoD and Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (CoTCCC) standards and is intended for both civilian responders and personnel operating in public safety, security, or tactical environments. Participants will gain hands-on experience with the tools and techniques proven to save lives in trauma emergencies—bridging the gap between injury and the arrival of professional medical care. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Department of Defense Stop the Bleed Certificate of Completion, recognized nationally and compliant with current emergency response standards. Topics Include: Hemorrhage Recognition and Response:Learn to quickly identify life-threatening bleeding and apply the most effective control methods. Tourniquet Application:Hands-on training with both windlass and mechanical tourniquets following DoD and TCCC guidelines. Wound Packing and Pressure Dressings:Master the use of hemostatic gauze and proper packing techniques for junctional and non-compressible wounds. Casualty Movement and Scene Safety:Best practices for ensuring personal safety and moving patients to safer locations while providing care. Integration with Emergency Medical Services (EMS):Understand how to effectively communicate and transition patient care to EMS responders. Prerequisites: None required.(Recommended: Basic First Aid or CPR certification.) Length: ~ 4 Hours (In-Class) Course Includes: Official Stop the Bleed training materials Tourniquet and wound packing equipment Practice mannequins and simulated bleeding control stations What You Need: Valid ID Comfortable attire for hands-on practice Location: Foster City Administration Office610 Foster City Blvd.Foster City, CA 94404 Note: In order to continue supporting our customers and instructors, Bay Area Tactical requires 3 days (72 hours) cancellation/rescheduling notice prior to your scheduled arrival date and time. Otherwise, we will charge a cancellation/rescheduling fee of 25%. Anytime within 24 hours of your scheduled arrival will result in a 50% cancellation/rescheduling fee. If desired dates are not listed or to request a private class, please call or email us. 📞 415-568-6803📧 [email protected]
