Videos tagged with CAT-style tourniquet

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a law enforcement incident where a deputy purposefully shot an armed subject in the leg. Hosts John Correia and Mike Willever, drawing on their extensive experience, discuss the tactical decision-making behind using a rifle round as a less-lethal option to stop an impending threat. The analysis highlights the importance of immediate medical intervention, specifically the application of a CAT-style tourniquet, following such engagements.

This expert guide from Polenar Tactical demonstrates the critical technique for applying a CAT-style tourniquet to control severe limb hemorrhage. The instruction emphasizes correct placement ('high and tight') and windlass application to stop bleeding, acknowledging the necessary pain involved. The video highlights that despite discomfort, proper tourniquet use is a life-saving measure.