Paramedic EDC (Updated)

A 911 paramedic’s everyday carry (EDC). This video is an in-depth look at the equipment I carry on me as a paramedic serving a large metro area in Colorado.

[matthall]

Not sure why YouTube decided I needed to see this but glad I did. I am an electrician and have a bit of a tool/gear obsession. Great video I'm off to check out your flashlight review now.

[jmsmith]

“I’m a day shifter, I’m a princess when it comes to working nights, I HATE working nights” 🤣🤣🤣 you’re the best dude.

[kevinhayden]

You’re the reason I became EMT. Thank you. Side note: you’re videos are pure gold.

[cloneorder]

Starting my EMT course today. Thanks for being my inspiration

[nadoProducer]

Hey man, just wanted to thank you for your instructional content; some of it was super helpful when I was studying up for NREMT earlier this year!

If you don't mind me geeking out for a sec on boots... Dunno if you've ever heard about this, but I think there was a study done some years ago by the US Army on boots and socks. If I remember right, it found that the best footwear layout was (from inside to outside): a thin, wicking sock (ex high% polyester sock); then a slightly thicker merino wool sock (I love DarnTough socks); and lastly the boot. The inner sock just kinda glides around within the outer sock, preventing blisters/hotspots/chafing. Plus, it dumps all your sweat into the wool, which can keep you warm even when wet. The whole setup ventilates well enough to use year-round too.

It's how I've always worn my boots, and it's never let me down yet. Boy Scout -> EMT -> CSAR hopeful/trainee

[noodleaddict]

My dad was inspired by you he was a paramedic 3 months ago and that time he always watches your channel that’s how I’m watching your videos

[Thegamer]

Thank you for your service! I love you guys! You inspire me to be a paramedic

[mattlinck]

Hey Sam! In the future if you’re ever looking for another belt I’d highly recommend Alonso Defense Group. The belt itself is made of scuba webbing so it’s super stiff, water resistant and the buckle is made of a non magnetic material so it doesn’t rust or anything either. I’ve used one as my battle belt for a year or so now and I love it. Keep it coming with the videos and we all really appreciate the work you’re doing

[Lyfewithlysha]

I started EMT-b class yesterday and I’m so excited! I wish there were more get ready with me’s

[scorpion]

Love the X-Shears. I have 2 pair of them. Like you say, they are much easier to clean after a messy call. I have a set of raptors as well, but rarely use them anymore.

[Brandon-jnhi]

i really like these EDC's it always give me ideas to upgrade my EDC

[richhajdu]

Very similar to what I used to carry as an EMT. I couldn't give drugs so i never carried a carpuject. I had a vest i actually got for free from a family friend, his police department changed the vests every 5 years and they still had 5 years left on the date which carried me through until i became a nurse and left EMS. I used to wear it when i worked in the city, as well as my transport job when my truck would go to Reading, PA, Philadelphia or other high risk areas. Even though i didn't do 911 in transport, the areas were often high drug and it made me feel comfortable in the rare case someone tried to rob our bls unit thinking we had sedatives or opiates

[florianrausch]

Best comment I read about this topic so far: "I was always lucky enough to have a colleague with the stuff I needed on his belt, so please keep doing it!"

It's a pain, that many people judge their colleagues by the amount of stuff on their belts. For me it has always been quite simple: if it's annoying in the pockets, it goes on the belt. And to be honest it's not such a big deal on the station I work at, since many of the more senior colleagues have quite a lot of equipment on their belts. From my experience it's often about having a reason to carry it in the first place. Afterwards there's hardly any difference between a few things on the belt and stuffed pockets. It's actually a bit more handy to have it on the belt since our pockets don't have quite much internal structure.

[xmhfx]

In Germany nearly every Paramedic and Firefighter get Haix boots issued, these Boots are fantastic!

[williamdickerson]

Omg I live in Colorado. Glad to know your with us

[LiyahGames-rr]

I love watching you. Can't wait to start my EMT course in a couple months. I'll know a little more than my peers lol

[raycora]

You are the only reviewers so far that so the side of the placard.

[davidhack]

I'm an Aspiring doctor . I also Really Like What The military does. I really like Your Detailed Videos Please keep it Up!!

[homesteadishdad]

I'm glad someone validated me carrying an ankle first aid kit

[Blackwolffe]

I had a very similar loadout when i worked on the rigs at the fire dept.

I didn't keep anything on my belt. I had the radio sling with the rechargeable L light attached to it. I didn't have the badge luckily.