IFAK Hip Pouch w/ SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide
Body-worn hemorrhage control, accessible in seconds — no vest required.
What is the IFAK Hip Pouch w/ SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide? A compact belt-mounted trauma kit combining a low-profile hip pouch, a SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide tourniquet, and a choice of QuikClot® BCD hemostatic dressing or Celox Rapid Ribbon. Built for first responders, security personnel, and prepared civilians who need rapid-access bleeding control without occupying MOLLE real estate on a vest or pack.
Key Specifications
| Vendor | MED-TAC International |
| Product Type | IFAK Hip Pouch — Community / Civilian / Tactical |
| Mounting | Belt-mount and MOLLE compatible |
| Tourniquet Included | SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide (in kit options) |
| Hemostatic Options | QuikClot® BCD Bleeding Control Dressing or Celox Rapid Ribbon |
| Variants Available | Pouch Only; Pouch w/Kit + QuikClot; Pouch w/Kit + Celox Rapid Ribbon |
| Primary Use Case | Bleeding control, range use, EDC, tactical / law enforcement |
| CoTCCC Status | QuikClot Combat Gauze is CoTCCC-recommended; Celox is a widely used hemostatic alternative |
Capability On the Body, Not in a Bag
Hemorrhage control within the first three to five minutes of injury is the cornerstone of survivable trauma management. This kit places that capability exactly where it needs to be: on the body, accessible in seconds, without requiring a vest, pack, or plate carrier to stage it. Mounted on the hip or belt, it delivers the Massive Hemorrhage Control element of MARCH-protocol care in a form factor that travels with the user rather than waiting in a bag.
The SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide is a lightweight, wide-band elastic tourniquet designed for rapid single-handed application. Its wider application surface distributes pressure more evenly across the limb than narrow-band designs, reducing peak pressure pain while maintaining effective arterial occlusion. For users who prioritize a compact tourniquet for daily carry alongside their hemostatic gauze, the ETQ-Wide fits within the pouch's low-profile footprint.
Kit variants let users select their preferred hemostatic agent. The QuikClot BCD (Bleeding Control Dressing) option provides kaolin-impregnated gauze suited to wound packing; the Celox Rapid Ribbon option offers chitosan-based hemostasis in a ribbon configuration for irregular wound geometries. Both are established hemostatic technologies with strong clinical track records. The pouch-only option lets users who already own a tourniquet and gauze stage supplies in the hip-mount platform.
Kit Configuration Options
| Variant | Included Contents |
|---|---|
| Pouch Only | Hip pouch / MOLLE mount only — no supplies included |
| Pouch w/Kit + QuikClot BCD | Hip pouch + SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide tourniquet + QuikClot Bleeding Control Dressing + core bleeding control supplies |
| Pouch w/Kit + Celox Rapid Ribbon | Hip pouch + SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide tourniquet + Celox Rapid Ribbon hemostatic gauze + core bleeding control supplies |
Ideal Users
- First responders seeking a body-worn bleeding-control kit independent of a vest or pack
- Range users and firearms instructors who need immediate hemorrhage-control capability
- Security personnel operating in plain clothes or low-profile environments
- Outdoor enthusiasts, overlanders, and prepared civilians
- Law enforcement officers who want bleeding control staged at the hip for immediate self-care
- Tactical emergency medical support (TEMS) personnel as a backup to vest-mounted kits
See also: Tourniquets & Pouches | Massive Hemorrhage Control | IFAK Kits & First Aid
Related searches: hip pouch IFAK, belt-mounted tourniquet kit, SnakeStaff ETQ-Wide, EDC bleeding control hip kit, low-profile trauma pouch.
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
Available Options:
- Pouch Only
- Pouch w/Kit and QuickClot Bleeding Control Dressing
- Pouch w/Kit Celox Rapid Ribbon
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
Domestic & Military Shipping
Free Standard Shipping: Automatically applied at checkout on all orders $200 and above within the 48 contiguous United States (CONUS).
APO/FPO Military Addresses: Unconditionally free standard shipping on every order, with no minimum purchase required.
Order Processing & Tracking
Standard Gear: In-stock medical devices, consumables, and tactical packs process within 48 hours.
Stocked Kit Bags: Custom-built kits ship within 7-10 days as they are assembled by hand at our South Florida facility.
Automated carrier tracking details are emailed immediately upon shipment dispatch.
30-Day Returns & Medical Safety
Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.
Bio-Safety Notice: To ensure sterility and patient safety, medical consumables with opened or broken tamper-evident seals cannot be returned.
Return Facility: MED-TAC International Corp., 15757 Pines Blvd, Suite 154, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027.
Export Compliance
North American Rescue (NAR) products and rifle hard armor plates are strictly restricted to US and APO/FPO addresses and cannot be exported internationally.
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