EMT Equipment

At SOS Survival Products, we sell a wide range of equipment, such as tactical cases, large holsters, complete first aid kits and belts that are designed to keep specific devices in place.

Belts And Holsters

Our business provides several belts that have a length of 26 inches to 54 inches. We also sell numerous holsters with extra pockets that can hold shears, a mobile phone, a knife and a flashlight, and one of the devices is large enough to contain a stethoscope. Each of the holsters is resistant to water and oil.

Treating Lacerations By Using Ointments And Antibiotics

Within one minute of the creation of an abrasion, more than one million bacteria can enter the open wound. After using cold water to wash a large laceration, the pad that contains rubbing alcohol should be placed on the wound, and subsequently, a person should fairly aggressively rub the abrasion with the small cloth that contains antibiotics.

Applying pressure will ensure that the medications penetrate deeply into the wound.

Cleansing Formulas For The Eyes And Skin

When using the device to remove chemicals from the eyes, the individual should tilt the head sideways and allow the liquid to pass from one side of the eye to the other, and as a result, the fluid won't remain stagnant in the patient's eye and will be able to get rid of a large amount of harmful contaminants.

Pads That Have Iodine

Some of our first aid kits contain patches that have been soaked in iodine. Unlike antibacterial patches, iodine can remove viruses, numerous types of fungus, yeast and protozoa. Most handbooks that teach first aid recommend that iodine should be applied to an injury after rubbing alcohol and antibiotics have been used.

Burn Sheets

These patches are completely sterile, and by placing the sheet on a large burn, the patient can substantially reduce the chance of infection.

The Airway Kits


This equipment should be used if a person is having difficulty breathing or experiencing an allergic reaction that is causing the natural airway to close. The device must be inserted into a person's mouth until it comes into contact with the back of the throat. Next, the equipment can be rotated, and as a result, the artificial airway will also keep the individual's tongue in place.

Most medical handbooks stipulate that the device should be taken out when the patient can swallow because this ability indicates a natural opening of the body's airway.

Splints For Fingers

Our deluxe kit has a splint that can be used to treat any finger on a patient's hand. If a bone in the finger has become broken, the digit should remain straight until it heals in order to minimize the pain and to ensure that the bones heal while they are in the correct positions.

Eye Shields And Face Masks

In addition to preventing harmful dust or particulates from entering the nose and the mouth, these devices will protect the eyes from contaminated water or blood. The masks also wrap around the user's face to protect the sides of the head.

Gels That Treat Burns

Some kits that we sell contain packets with burn gel. The substance cools the burned area and has lidocaine, which blocks pain signals that travel from the burn to the brain.

Petroleum Dressing

Numerous studies have indicated that the application of petroleum to an open wound can prevent an infection and allow the laceration to heal much more swiftly than an untreated abrasion. By keeping the cut constantly moisturized, the blood's platelets will be able to coagulate more swiftly, and the petroleum can reduce the risk of developing a large scab.

Hemostats

When a patient sustains a sizable abrasion or laceration, the most common cause of death within the first hour is a serious loss of blood. These steel devices are able to control bleeding by clamping onto blood vessels that are situated near a large wound and closing them.

Cold Compresses

Some of our first aid kits and trauma kits contain cold compresses, and once they have been activated, these devices will remain cold for approximately three hours. Several studies have shown that applying a cold cloth or a frigid object to a wound can decrease the level of inflammation by 25 percent.

The Most Vital Communication Equipment For Emergency Situations

Communication is absolutely essential in an emergency. You may need to ask for help, warn people about safety hazards or learn the location of a nearby shelter. Every situation calls for different devices. Simple air horns or whistles may attract the attention of a search and rescue team. A megaphone enables you to address a huge crowd. On the other hand, corded telephones and two-way radios facilitate long-range emergency communications.

Rescue Whistles

A whistle will help you get attention in almost any environment. It's capable of producing a 115-decibel noise that people can hear about 1,300 feet away. Most manufacturers use metal or plastic to make rescue whistles. A metal unit weighs and costs slightly more, but it's harder to destroy. Some plastic whistles will float when you drop them in water. This makes them a good option in areas at risk of flooding.

Emergency Air Horns

An air horn attracts attention even more effectively than a rescue whistle. When activated, this device produces a loud blast that can often be heard from up to a mile away. You may use some units up to 80 times before you need to buy a refill. They're easy to operate; you only have to push down on the top of a horn to trigger it. Nonetheless, a plastic whistle will work more reliably in subfreezing conditions.

Professional Megaphones

You can use a megaphone to call for help or give instructions to a large group of people. This battery-operated device may prove useful if you run a business or public institution. Some models can increase your speaking range by up to 3,000 feet. The more powerful megaphones cost a bit more and need extra batteries. Many units also feature an attention-grabbing horn function.

Radio Communication Equipment

Even when a disaster destroys cellphone towers and utility lines, you can still communicate over long
distances with a two-way radio. Many small walkie-talkies use the Family Radio Service band. They let you transmit up to two miles without a license. On the other hand, you can achieve a maximum range of 25 miles with General Mobile Radio Service equipment. The downside is there is a fee for a GMRS license.

Portable Radio Receivers

During most emergencies, it's very helpful to have a pocket or table radio with unexpired batteries. An AM/FM receiver will allow you to hear local news, weather forecasts, survival tips and cancellation lists. Consider selecting a model that also tunes the weather information band. You can use it to receive official warnings and forecasts at any hour. Some GMRS two-way radios also cover this band.

Corded Landline Telephones

Phone service usually continues to work when the power goes out. However, it's important to realize that cordless phones and cellphone chargers become useless without electricity. Disasters also cause people to overload cellphone networks. Fortunately, a standard telephone jack supplies enough energy to run a corded phone. Some units even feature brightly illuminated keypads that you can see in the dark.

Communication equipment will help you stay informed and safe in a crisis, but it's crucial to protect your investment. Store the devices in a sturdy waterproof case and spend a few extra dollars on well-made batteries that won't easily corrode. If a major disaster appears imminent, remember to hang a rescue whistle around your neck. Finally, be sure to familiarize yourself with the equipment under normal conditions.

Earthquake Preparedness

Earthquakes are caused by rocks and plates in the earth shifting underneath the surface, and they can be small and harmless or large and devastating. Unfortunately they are completely unpredictable, giving no warning of when one will happen or how big it will be. Because they are so unpredictable, and because they can have such devastating consequences, it is important to be prepared for all circumstances. Here are some tips to help you prepare for an earthquake.

Get an Emergency Survival Kit

One of the most important steps in preparing for an earthquake is purchasing or preparing an emergency kit. It’s impossible to know how much damage an earthquake will cause when it hits, and you may need to go without basic amenities, such as water and electricity, for several days. Emergency kits should have enough supplies for several days for each person. Water and food are absolute necessities, and you can purchase water bottles or pouches and nonperishable food items or food bars for your kit. A small first aid kit is also a necessity, including bandages, gauze, antiseptics and antibiotics, and OTC pain killers. Include a flashlight and extra batteries as well in case power is knocked out or if an earthquake hits at night. Blankets, rain gear, and extra shoes and socks are also good to have if you have the room to include them. Keep your emergency kit someplace easily accessible so you can get to it when you need it.

Locate Safe Spots

Locate safe spots to take cover during an earthquake. This may be under heavy, secure furniture or against an inside wall with nothing hanging on it. Make sure your children and anybody you live with know these safe spots and understand to take cover under them in the event of an earthquake. Practice drills are a good way to help kids understand what to do in an earthquake, especially if one occurs when they are home alone.

Fasten Shelves, Heavy Art and Furniture

It is important to fasten heavy shelves, art, and other décor to the wall and away from places where people sit, such as beds or couches. Fastening them will make them less likely to fall down in the event of an earthquake, and will keep people from getting hurt by heavy falling objects. You may also think about strapping down heavy furniture such as desks and tables, and especially secure the furniture you plan to take cover under during an earthquake.

Secure Heavy Appliances

One often-overlooked earthquake preparedness step is securing heavy appliances such as refrigerators, water heaters, and gas appliances. Secure these items to studs in the wall to keep them at their most secure. These items can be harmful if not secured, and could fall on people or other pieces of furniture, causing injury and further damage. An unsecured gas appliance may end up doing more harm than the earthquake itself, so it is smart to know how to turn off gas valves in your home in case one of these items is damaged.

Keep Heavy Items Low

Keep heavy items lower to the floor. Don’t put heavy décor, file cabinets, or safes on upper shelves or anywhere they could fall down. These items could do a lot of damage in an earthquake, and will seriously hurt or even kill somebody who was underneath when the earthquake hit.

Latch Cabinets

Securing cabinets shut will help minimize damage and items that need to be replaced after the earthquake. While you may not want to secure all of your cabinets, make sure you secure those with heavy items, tools, and flammable and chemical products such as pesticides, weed killers, and aerosol containers. These items bring the most risk of injury and damage, so keep them secured as a precaution.

Secure Foundation

If you own your home, make sure the foundation is sturdy and anchored. If you do see any structural damage, consult a professional to ensure it is safe and to fix it if it is not. While this may seem like an unnecessary expense, you’ll be happy you took the precaution when an earthquake does hit and your home is secure and undamaged when it otherwise wouldn’t have been.

Earthquakes are unpredictable and, while they can be minor, they can also be very harmful. It is important to be prepared for all situations so that, when an earthquake does hit, you and your family are as safe as possible. Prepare a survival kit (and don’t forget to pack for your pet if you have one!), make sure your home itself is anchored into an undamaged foundation, secure heavy appliances, furniture, and décor, and know where the safest spots in your home are. These tips are some of the best ways to prepare yourself and your loved ones for an earthquake, and will help you get through any situation an earthquake may bring about.