This short video describes a simple tool used to define the boundaries of safe combat tourniquet application. Correct employment of combat tourniquets is an essential skill for all Australian Army members.
Follow this link for a written article and further information on the Tourniquet Traffic Light system.
Dr Patrick Weinrauch is an Orthopaedic Surgeon serving with the Australian Army.
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