What evacuation methods does the TCCC Evacuation Skills Set train?
The set supports training in rigid litter evacuation (Talon II 90C), non-rigid litter evacuation in confined spaces (REEL), harness-based casualty drag (Hasty Harness), tether-assisted rescue (RAT Strap/Dragon Handle System), and patient packaging with hypothermia prevention (HPMK). Together these methods cover the full range of casualty movement scenarios taught in TCCC across all three phases: Care Under Fire, Tactical Field Care, and Tactical Evacuation Care.
What is the Talon II 90C litter included in this set?
The Talon II 90C is NAR's quad-fold collapsible rigid litter — a full-size patient-carrying platform that folds into a compact package for storage and deploys in seconds for use. 'Collapsible handle' refers to retractable carry handles that fold flat against the litter frame. The rigid structure provides better spinal immobilization and patient stability than improvised carries and non-rigid platforms, making it the preferred litter for tactical evacuation care when conditions allow.
What is the difference between the REEL and the Talon II in the Evacuation Skills Set?
The REEL (Rapid Expeditionary Evacuation Litter) is a non-rigid stretcher that conforms to irregular surfaces and can navigate spaces too narrow for a rigid litter. It is optimized for the Care Under Fire phase when rapid extraction from a threat zone is the priority. The Talon II 90C is a rigid litter best suited to Tactical Evacuation Care when patient stability, spinal precautions, and sustained transport are required. Training with both devices gives students the decision-making skills to select the appropriate platform for each scenario.
What TCCC skills does the HPMK in the Evacuation Set address?
The HPMK (Hypothermia Prevention and Management Kit) addresses the final H in the CoTCCC MARCH protocol — Hypothermia prevention. Hemorrhagic shock, exposure, and fluid administration all increase the risk of lethal hypothermia in tactical casualties. The HPMK trains students in patient packaging for temperature management during extended field care and evacuation, covering the transition from point of injury through CASEVAC/MEDEVAC handoff.
Who is the TCCC Evacuation Skills Set designed for?
The set is designed for TCCC instructors, unit medical NCOs, and training program directors running TCCC All-Combatant or Combat Lifesaver courses that include casualty movement training. It is equally applicable to law enforcement TEMS courses, Rescue Task Force training, and first responder tactical medicine programs that include casualty extraction as a required task. The wheeled hard-shell case makes it practical for a single instructor to transport to field training sites.
Does the TCCC Evacuation Skills Set follow CoTCCC TACEVAC guidelines?
Yes. The set is designed to support CoTCCC-aligned TACEVAC training. Components mirror items on the CoTCCC Recommended Items list for casualty movement. Verify current contents against updated CoTCCC guidelines at time of purchase.
How many students does the set support?
The TCCC Evacuation Skills Set is configured for up to 25 students per training event, consistent with the other NAR training sets. Confirm current configuration and student capacity at narescue.com.
Is this set compatible with TECC Evacuation training?
Yes. TECC casualty movement follows the same CoTCCC framework adapted for law enforcement. The Evacuation Skills Set equipment supports both TCCC and TECC TACEVAC instruction.
Is there an NSN for government procurement?
Contact MED-TAC International or North American Rescue for current NSN and CAGE code for DLA procurement of the TCCC Evacuation Skills Set.
What is the difference between the Evacuation Skills Set and the TCCC Skills System?
The TCCC Skills System (SKU 80-0970) is the complete bundle of all three sets — Skills, IFAK, and Evacuation — for a full 25-student All-Combatant course. The Evacuation Skills Set is the TACEVAC component only, for units that already have the other two sets.
