NAR S.T.O.R.M. · Operator IFAK S.T.O.R.M. Operator IFAK The official kit of the NTOA / Medical College of Georgia S.T.O.R.M. course — contents driven by the casualty data on the three preventable killers in tactical environments, with nothing added for show. NTOA + MCG course kit C-A-T + HyFin + ARS Drop-leg / belt / MOLLE 3 colors The S.T.O.R.M. Operator IFAK (Specialized Tactics for Operational Rescue and Medicine) has a provenance generic LE IFAKs don’t: it is the official kit of the S.T.O.R.M. courses, built jointly by the National Tactical Officers Association and the Medical College of Georgia’s Center of Operational Medicine. Operators and trauma-medicine specialists defined exactly what belongs in a tactical IFAK — and the contents reflect that. Is your IFAK packed with ‘nice to have’ gear you’ll never reach for — or built around the three injuries that actually kill in tactical environments? The kit is driven by casualty data. It targets the three most prevalent preventable causes of tactical death: extremity bleeding (~60%), addressed by the CoTCCC-recommended C-A-T tourniquet, S-Rolled Gauze, and ETD; tension pneumothorax (~33%), addressed by the HyFin Vent Chest Seal twin pack and ARS needle decompression kit; and airway obstruction (~6%), addressed by the pre-lubricated NPA. By focusing on the statistically dominant mechanisms, it stays light enough for daily carry. Provider scope: This kit includes an ARS needle decompression kit and a nasopharyngeal airway intended for use by trained providers within their scope of practice and protocols. Needle decompression is an advanced intervention; this listing describes capability, not technique, and is not a substitute for accredited training such as the S.T.O.R.M. course. Why This IFAK Course-Defined Contents Specified by NTOA tactical operators and Medical College of Georgia trauma faculty — not a marketing loadout. Data-Driven Focus Built around the top three preventable causes of tactical death — no bloat that makes a kit impractical to carry. CoTCCC-Recommended Core Contents include a CoTCCC-recommended C-A-T tourniquet and HyFin Vent chest seal. Carry It Your Way Drop-leg, duty belt, or MOLLE/PALS to a vest — staged to fit the assignment and dress code. Kit Contents Item Qty STORM bag 1 C-A-T Tourniquet (CoTCCC-recommended) 1 HyFin Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack (CoTCCC-rec.) 1 ARS Needle Decompression Kit (14G × 3.25 in.) 1 Nasopharyngeal Airway 28F, pre-lubricated 1 ETD 6 in. Emergency Trauma Dressing 1 S-Rolled Gauze (4.5 in. × 4.1 yd) 2 Black Talon Nitrile Trauma Gloves 2 pr Polycarbonate Eye Shield 1 Combat Casualty Card + Permanent Marker 1 ea STORM Vs. Generic IFAK Factor STORM Operator IFAK Design Authority NTOA + Medical College of Georgia — operational and clinical expertise Content Rationale Evidence-based; addresses the top three preventable deaths by prevalence Tourniquet C-A-T — CoTCCC-recommended Chest Injury Vented HyFin Vent chest seal + ARS needle decompression Carry Modes Drop-leg, duty belt, MOLLE/PALS Who Carries It Tactical LE & SWAT Operators carrying a course-validated IFAK for self- and buddy-aid. S.T.O.R.M. Course Students The matched kit for the NTOA/MCG curriculum. Agency Standardization A consistent, data-driven IFAK across a unit’s roster. Build It Out Resupply the trauma core and add a spare tourniquet. C-A-T Gen 7 Tourniquet → Spare or training tourniquet for the operator. Hemorrhage Control Resupply → Gauze and dressings to restock after use. IFAK Kits → Compare the full individual aid kit line. The IFAK, Up Close Built On The Data That Matters The official S.T.O.R.M. course IFAK — the three preventable killers, addressed, and nothing carried for show. Black 80-0133 / OD 80-0134 / Coyote 80-0135 Genuine North American Rescue Sourced direct from North American Rescue. Specifications Official Kit Of S.T.O.R.M. course (NTOA + Medical College of Georgia, Center of Operational Medicine) Tourniquet C-A-T (CoTCCC-recommended) Chest / Decompression HyFin Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack; ARS Needle Decompression 14G × 3.25 in. Airway Pre-lubricated NPA 28F (117 mm) Mounting MOLLE/PALS, drop-leg, duty belt Colors / SKUs Black 80-0133 · Olive Drab 80-0134 · Coyote Tan 80-0135 Manufacturer North American Rescue When To Use It context: Tactical LE operator daily carry — STORM IFAK is the official course kit, matching training-validated contents with operational carry. context: SWAT team standardization — consistent NTOA/MCG-validated loadout ensures cross-training familiarity with any teammate's kit. context: S.T.O.R.M. course student — the matched kit for the NTOA/Medical College of Georgia curriculum. context: Law enforcement patrol officer — three carry modes allow deployment configuration to match assignment and dress code. Best practice: The STORM IFAK's NPA and ARS require provider-level authorization — verify your unit medical officer has approved scope before including these items in your operational loadout. How It Compares STORM Operator IFAK vs. generic LE IFAK: Generic kits may use non-CoTCCC tourniquets or unverified components; the STORM kit is designed by NTOA operators and MCG trauma faculty with evidence-based content selection. See IFAK kits. STORM IFAK vs. standard NAR IFAK: The STORM IFAK adds the ARS needle decompression kit and NPA as provider-level components beyond a basic hemorrhage control IFAK, targeting the full three preventable death mechanisms. See chest and thoracic. STORM IFAK vs. ROO M-FAK Kit: Both target CoTCCC-recommended loadouts; the STORM kit is specifically course-validated and targeted to tactical LE; the M-FAK is a broader-platform individual kit. See hemorrhage control. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is the STORM Operator IFAK tourniquet CoTCCC-recommended? A: Yes. The STORM Operator IFAK includes the C-A-T® (Combat Application Tourniquet®), which is CoTCCC-recommended for life-threatening extremity hemorrhage. The full kit targets all three leading preventable causes of tactical death with CoTCCC-recognized interventions. Q: What training is recommended for the STORM Operator IFAK? A: Minimum: TCCC All Service Member or Combat Lifesaver. The ARS and NPA components require provider-level training (EMT, paramedic, or equivalent) and medical director authorization. The STORM course (NTOA/MCG) is the recommended comprehensive training for this kit. Q: What is the carry configuration for the STORM Operator IFAK? A: The STORM bag supports three configurations: drop-leg rig, direct duty belt attachment, and MOLLE/PALS mount to body armor or assault vest. Configuration is tool-free for rapid repositioning between assignments. Q: What is the NSN or procurement path for the STORM Operator IFAK? A: Available in Black (80-0133), OD (80-0134), and Coyote Tan (80-0135) through MED-TAC International. Agency procurement can reference NAR's GSA contract vehicles; contact NAR or MED-TAC for current NSN status. Q: Why does the STORM IFAK include a twin-pack chest seal? A: The HyFin® Vent Chest Seal Twin Pack provides two seals to treat both entry and exit wounds in penetrating chest trauma — a through-and-through trajectory creates two wound sites, both requiring occlusive sealing to prevent tension pneumothorax. A single seal treats only one wound. Related searches: STORM Operator IFAK, NTOA STORM kit, tactical LE IFAK, law enforcement trauma kit, ARS needle decompression IFAK, drop-leg IFAK, operator individual aid kit. All products sourced direct from North American Rescue. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
