Be your own first responder, a THREE-TIERED evolution

The Refuge Medical Responder Series

    Civilian Scenario-Based First Aid Training

Built to Push You Past Comfort and Into Confidence

Responder I trains the individual on trauma medicine tactics using the S-MARCH-E algorithm to treat arterial bleeding, gunshot wounds, sucking chest wounds, lacerations, and other common traumatic injuries.  4 hours

(includes the above and the following two)

Refuge Responder II

Responder II builds increased familiarity with the S-MARCH-E algorithm through hands on application. The use of the following medical devices/items is addressed: application of a CAT tourniquet, use of an Emergency Trauma Dressing (ETD), application of chest seals, use of triangular bandages, use of the SWAT-T tourniquet, wound packing with compressed gauze, appropriate use of clotting agents, and more. Followed by immersive high stress scenario. We use stress-based scenarios to push students beyond comfort, exposing gaps and building confidence where it matters most.

There will be fake blood, dirt and mud, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

10 hours

 *Responder II Includes Responder I W/ Purchase 

(includes all of the above and the following)

Responder III

Responder III then takes what was learned Day 1 and goes even deeper into Tactical Medical Care (TacMed). There is a greater focus on the Mindset of the immediate responder, the Methodology of care under fire, and the Medicine of bleeding control, shock prevention, and casualty evacuation. This is accomplished through not only class instruction but also simulated, force on force, and high stress scenarios. You will learn practical application of civilian interior defensive tactics when responding to an active shooter, victim injury assessment, alternative wound dressing techniques, how to physically evacuate casualties in a safe manner, and more.

This is a highly active and energized class; participants should not only have already taken Responder I or II but also be able to move unassisted and be capable of lifting a reasonable amount of weight. This class is scenario driven and instructors may trigger physiological responses with the use of external stressors.

It is highly recommended that long sleeves and pants be worn. YOU WILL GET MUDDY, WET, BLOODY, ETC THROUGH THE COURSE OF THIS CLASS. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED YOU BRING A CHANGE OF CLOTHES AND SHOES.  We use TrueClot® Blood Simulant (which may or may not stain).

The Essential Responder / 2 Day Course  is two 10-hour days of training back-to-back. Students will be responsible for their own meals and drinks. Cost of the class includes a Trainer Kit, which will be retained by the student, and an S-MARCH-E Algorithm reference booklet.

 Any and ALL questions can be sent to Admin@refugemedical.com or ahanu@thefossorial.com

All participants will be security wanded and patted down for staff and participant safety before scenario initiation, and at least one non-exercise-participant Safety Officer will be in place and clearly identifiable. Low-light and or night scenarios can be considered. Upon End-Ex (the end of the exercise), a debrief and Q & A will commence.

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Coach Ahanu is a Refuge Training Partner (RTP) with Refuge Medical Training, a Level III Essential Responder graduate, and a former EMT-B, remaining current with NREMT CME and recertification hours, while not affiliated, active, or attached to an EMS agency. 

Coach Ahanu is a Recognized Educational Partner (REP) of the Commitee on Tactical Emergency Casualty Care for Active Bystanders. 

            C-TECC Guidelines for Active Bystanders