What does the Mojo® Pocket Bleeder Kit – INTERMEDIATE include?
The INTERMEDIATE configuration contains: one tactical mechanical tourniquet (CoTCCC-recommended for extremity hemorrhage control), one Celox™ Rapid hemostatic gauze roll for wound packing, one pair of exam gloves for BSI protection, and a MARCH™ Quick Reference Card Set for step-by-step treatment guidance under stress — all vacuum-sealed in a compact nylon pouch measuring approximately 5" H × 3" W × 1" D at 6.9 oz.
Is the tourniquet in the Mojo INTERMEDIATE CoTCCC recommended?
Yes. The Mojo® Pocket Bleeder Kit – INTERMEDIATE includes a tactical mechanical tourniquet that aligns with CoTCCC-recommended device criteria for extremity hemorrhage control. CoTCCC recommends windlass-type tourniquets for rapid arterial occlusion on upper and lower extremities. Users should verify the specific tourniquet model included at time of purchase with the product description for the most current component information, as Safeguard Medical may update kit contents based on component availability.
How does Celox Rapid work and how quickly does it stop bleeding?
Celox™ Rapid uses a chitosan polymer — a naturally derived biopolymer — that directly binds red blood cells and platelets, forming a stable gel clot at the wound site in as little as 60 seconds. Crucially, Celox Rapid operates independently of the body's normal coagulation cascade, making it effective in hypothermic patients (low body temperature) and hemodiluted patients (blood thinned by trauma-induced coagulopathy) — the two most common physiological states in severely injured casualties. The gauze should be packed firmly into the wound and held with direct pressure for the manufacturer's recommended time.
What is the MARCH™ Quick Reference Card System?
MARCH™ is Safeguard Medical's color-coded, icon-driven trauma treatment system based on the TCCC MARCH algorithm: Massive Hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, and Hypothermia. The Quick Reference Card Set provides step-by-step guidance with clear visual identifiers for each treatment phase, allowing trained and partially trained users to execute correct care sequencing even under the cognitive stress of an emergency. Color coding and icons allow rapid navigation without extensive reading.
When should I choose the INTERMEDIATE over the BASIC or ADVANCED configuration?
Choose the INTERMEDIATE when you want to address both extremity hemorrhage (tourniquet) and deep wound/junctional bleeding (Celox Rapid gauze) without the full cost or bulk of the ADVANCED kit. The INTERMEDIATE is a step up from the BASIC — which has only the tourniquet — and is appropriate for most first responders, law enforcement personnel, military members, and prepared civilians who want a meaningful hemorrhage control capability in a pocket-sized kit. The ADVANCED adds Battle Wrap for gauze securement, making it the best choice for those with trauma training who want the most complete pocket kit available.
What is the difference between the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Mojo Pocket Bleeder Kits?
The primary distinction is the tourniquet included. The Basic Kit uses the SWAT-T elastic wrap tourniquet — effective, simple, and works on adults and children. The Intermediate Kit upgrades to the TMT (Tactical Mechanical Tourniquet), a windlass-based device that provides higher occlusion pressure and is the preferred tourniquet for trained operators managing arterial limb hemorrhage. The Advanced Kit includes the TMT plus an upgraded hemostatic gauze (ChitoGauze XR PRO or equivalent). All three kits use the Nylon AP Wallet carrier and RAMPART color-coding.
Why does the Intermediate Kit include the TMT instead of the SWAT-T?
The TMT (Tactical Mechanical Tourniquet) is a purpose-built windlass tourniquet that provides controlled, high-tension circumferential occlusion of arterial blood flow — the mechanism required to stop arterial hemorrhage from major limb wounds. The SWAT-T is an elastic wrap that works well for lower-extremity venous and moderate arterial bleeding, and is easier to apply with minimal training. The Intermediate Kit's TMT is appropriate for users who have completed tourniquet application training and need reliable arterial occlusion capability in a pocket-sized carry format.
Can the Mojo Pocket Bleeder Kit Intermediate be carried concealed?
Yes. The Nylon AP Wallet form factor is designed for discreet pocket carry, similar in size to a wallet or compact card holder. The vacuum-sealed packaging of components keeps the kit flat and pocketable. This enables trained civilians, armed professionals, and off-duty responders to maintain immediate bleeding control capability without the visibility of a full IFAK or trauma pouch.
Is Stop the Bleed training sufficient to use the Intermediate Kit?
Stop the Bleed (STB) training covers tourniquet application, wound packing, and direct pressure — the core skills required to deploy all components in the Intermediate Kit. However, the TMT windlass requires specific application technique (proper positioning, windlass tightening, securing) that benefits from hands-on instruction. STB graduates who have practiced specifically with windlass tourniquets will be most effective with the Intermediate Kit. Additional training — including CoTCCC-based courses or TECC — further optimizes the user's ability to maximize the kit's clinical utility.
