What is the SALT triage protocol?
SALT (Sort, Assess, Lifesaving Interventions, Treatment/Transport) is a mass casualty triage methodology endorsed by the American College of Emergency Physicians and incorporated into FEMA, NAEMSP, and PHTLS curricula. It begins with a global sort using voice commands, then individual assessment to identify immediate lifesaving interventions (hemorrhage control, airway), followed by treatment prioritization into Red (Immediate), Yellow (Delayed), Green (Minimal), Gray (Expectant), and Black (Dead) categories.
How many casualties can be tagged with this kit?
The T2 Tactical SALT Triage Kit includes 4 NAR T2 Tags® for individual casualty documentation. For larger MCI incidents, multiple T2 kits can be carried or the tags can be restocked individually. The kit's compact vacuum-sealed packaging makes it easy to carry multiple units in a medical bag or first responder vest.
What are the chemical lights in the T2 Tags used for?
Each NAR T2 Tag® includes a chemical light (chem light) that is activated to mark a triaged casualty's position in low-light or night environments. This allows rescue teams to rapidly identify all triaged casualties across a darkened or smoke-filled scene without requiring flashlights or electronic illumination that might compromise tactical positioning.
Is this kit suitable for law enforcement first responders?
Yes. The T2™ Tactical SALT Triage Kit was developed with tactical and law enforcement end-users in mind. Its vacuum-sealed packaging is durable enough for vest or kit bag carry, the laminated flowchart is legible in field conditions, and the SALT protocol it supports aligns with Rescue Task Force doctrine taught under TECC (Tactical Emergency Casualty Care) and Hartford Consensus guidelines.
Can this triage kit be used alongside other MCI kits from MED-TAC?
Yes. The T2 Tactical SALT Triage Kit is designed to complement larger MCI response kits like the MCI-WALK®, MCI Throw Kit Dispenser, and CCRK Squad Kit. It provides the triage documentation infrastructure while the treatment kits provide the medical supplies. Pairing both in a response kit ensures responders can track, treat, and hand off casualties in an organized manner.
Is the T2 Tactical SALT Triage Kit CoTCCC-recommended?
SALT triage is consistent with CoTCCC MCI management principles and is the NAEMSP/ACEP-endorsed national framework. The T2 kit supports SALT execution in CoTCCC-aligned training and operations.
What training is required to use the T2 SALT Triage Kit?
A SALT triage course or equivalent MCI training is required. TCCC All-Combatant, TECC, and NAEMSP SALT certification programs all provide the foundational skill. Hands-on MCI exercise use before field deployment is strongly recommended.
Can the T2 SALT Kit be used with military and civilian EMS simultaneously?
Yes. SALT is used across military, federal, state, and local EMS systems. The T2 kit's design is compatible with interagency MCI operations and NIMS/ICS-aligned response.
Is there an NSN for government procurement?
Contact MED-TAC International or North American Rescue for current NSN and CAGE code for government procurement via DLA.
How many patients does the T2 Tactical SALT Triage Kit support?
Capacity depends on kit configuration — multiple variants exist. Visit narescue.com for complete contents by variant and capacity specifications.
