Rehab Kits
From MEFD
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.
Resources:
- https://firstrespondercenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Firefighter-ORS-Hydration-Flyer-3.pdf
- https://www.lexipol.com/resources/blog/fueling-up-what-to-serve-during-firefighter-rehab-operations/
- https://firerescuefitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/FRF-Hydration-Recomendations-FRF-2021-version.pdf
- https://www.firerescue1.com/fire-products/for-firefighters-by-firefighters/articles/firefighter-develops-rehab-packets-for-on-scene-nutrition-1rmryZNS9aV3ffdn/
