Rehab Kits

Rehab kits are carried on most of our apparatus and contain supplies to help firefighter recover during operations.

At a minimum, for each seat on an apparatus, the rehab kit must contain:

• 32 oz of water (typically 2, 16oz water bottles)
• 2 servings of Oral Rehydration Solution (such as 'Liquid IV' pouches)
• 1 apple juice pouch (squeezable)
• 1 snack bar (such as Clif bar)
• 1 hand and face wipe (preferably FireWipes or similar)

When selecting materials for the kits consider:

• Items with longer expiration dates to make them easier to keep up-to-date.
• The focus should be on easily absorbed carbohydrates over protein (which is also important, but is slower to uptake and not as ready a source of energy).
• Snack bars with no or limited chocolate. They become messy in warm weather.