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* Items with longer expiration dates to make them easier to keep up-to-date. | * 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 | * The focus should be on easily absorbed carbohydrates over protein (which is also important long term, but not as ready a source of quick energy). | ||
* Snack bars with no or limited chocolate. They become messy in warm weather. | * Snack bars with no or limited chocolate. They become messy in warm weather. | ||
Revision as of 22:49, 18 August 2025
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 long term, but not as ready a source of quick energy).
- Snack bars with no or limited chocolate. They become messy in warm weather.
