After Action Report: MechMedic’s TC3 course

For a product review, I am reviewing Brushbeater training’s latest product.
The TCCC, or TC3, training course presented by StuckPigMedical.
A lot has changed in emergency medical treatment since I got out of the military nearly 6 years ago.
Sure, much is the same. Packing wounds tightly and properly, wrapping patients in emergency thermal blankets for transport, and how to properly use a tourniquet and compression wraps. Much of that is the same. But a lot has changed in a nuanced manor.
Assuring the patient that they aren’t gonna die and that their wounds aren’t nearly as bad as he thinks is still the standard.
For example, the theory of tourniquet application has changed standards. Which is considerable, and the reasons, as stated in the class, make A LOT of sense.
IV’s using saline solution bags are no longer believed to hydrate an injured patient; and Hextend is no longer used; Having been removed from military supplies; And now I know why. That product always made me uncomfortable. Especially when they made us specifically label them and always followed the CLS class with a WARNING that you needed a medic to supervise and sign off on the Hextend treatment.
There is a better… more uncomfortable way… to hydrate a patient. The kind of method that will motivate you to drink water before you are forced to “knird” water.
k.n.i .r.d.  is drinking water backwards…
To my surprise, even the use of a Nasopharyngeal Airway device has changed in theory. And the unit products, have evolved in design. They are superior to the ones I used to have on my kit. There is no comparison to the modern design and materials construction. The previous designs were flimsy, stored poorly on combat gear, and the lubricated versions were a magnet for dirt and disease in the field.
I will be attending the next local TCCC class hosted by MechMedic because I have A LOT of training scars from the lessons of early/middle of the GWOT that need to heal. So you will see me there. I missed some portions of his class for two reasons. I was trimming trees all week in the Maryland sun, and I was basically exhausted. And NC Scout grabbed my attention with the recent developments concerning the Chinese Airbase in Texas.
I will need to attend MANY of these classes to remove the training scars I have and get familiar with the new methods and means of treating a casualty. But the lessons I learned really stuck with me because of how profoundly reasonable and rational the treatments are.
Another great benefit of the class is the instructor; MechMedic Actual.
MechMedic, whom I had previously not met in person, is a great instructor. He has all the qualities you want in an instructor in a tactical learning environment.
He is knowledgable, entertaining and humorous, and he makes the lessons memorable with animation and conversation. He repeats himself, but, as all training requires repetition, his repetition is purposeful and sincere, to remind your brain to remember the important lessons. He is also a mechanic as well as a medic. Hence the name, MechMedic. And his solutions to fixing leaks are based on real world experience in many professional fields.
Vehicles run on the same principles as a person. They have airways, fuel, lubrication, cooling, electrical systems, and they can be move under their own power or need to be towed.
Kinda like a combat casualty in a tactical environment.
He also has all of the important gear for training aids and gives you lessons on what to look for when purchasing your medical equipment. Apparently there is A LOT of counterfeit medical equipment online. Equipment you should NOT cheap out on. Plus the proper gear comes packaged correctly. Which contributes to longevity when stored on your kit in the field. He also directs you towards a happy medium between what is useful for the average person (Specifically Guerrilla Care in a grid down scenario).
His course is also focused primarily on “Grid Down” solutions to emergency medical problems, Not just “Grid Up” answers.
There are lots of ways to gain knowledge on medical training. Manuals, Red Cross classes, local fire department training days, and online videos are available. But nothing can match a dedicated 2 days of block instruction. Especially when you can ask the instructor questions and engage with the material.
When you sign up for a brushbeater training course, the training goes beyond just medical, rifles, scouting, intel collection, or radios. You’ll learn more than just medical at the medical class. More than just radios at the radio class. And more than just firearms at the firearms classes. It’s also a good chance to test your camping gear, bring your combat rig along and ask for some pointers after class, and maybe even make some good friends and network (You will).
You will get to meet the members of the American Partisan and Brushbeater teams. And there are plenty of cigars, barbecue, libations, stories, and jokes to go around.
Thanks for reading,
Stay Dangerous, Stay Dedicated, Stay Determined.
-J.P.
I’ll see you at the next MechMedic TC3 Course.

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About the Author: Johnny Paratrooper

Born and Raised in Baltimore City, Maryland. History Degree. 8 Years Airborne Infantry and Scouts Platoon. Iraq Veteran. 4-5 Years as a doorman, bar back, and bouncer in Baltimore. Worked in Construction, Heavy Equipment Demolition, Corporate Security, Sales, Forest Service contractor, and the Hospitality Industry. Raised Catholic. Hobbies are race cars and sport bikes. Side projects are HAM radio credentials and long range shooting. MY EMAIL IS [email protected]. Founder of Green Dragon Academy https://www.patreon.com/GreenDragonAcademy

8 Comments

  1. Dana Henry June 17, 2021 at 10:34

    “Assuring the patient that they aren’t gonna die and that their wounds aren’t nearly as bad as he thinks is still the standard”.
    I want to share a real life example..That quote brought back a conversation I had with a buddy in the 80s about our service in the 60s. He was a combat vet Viet Nam i was domestic field intel officer. I don’t talk about it ‘cuz I don’t like drawing attention to it. My buddy, Rick, suffered badly from PTSD. He had been left for dead when VC overran their position. His body was behind the lines. He laid there waiting for an enemy bayonet. Both he and his best buddy survived and ultimately were rescued. Rick told me that his buddy’s wounds were not that bad and that he could have survived but no one reassured him of it. Rick kept referring to him as the nice blond guy. Everyone liked. So young. Anyhow Rick’s buddy went into shock I guess and died in the field because Rick says “not one person told him he was going to be alright” I took that message to heart. I always said that to guys on board ship that were hurt..
    There’s line at the beginning of a movie that I forget the title of that goes something like “problem with getting old is then no one fears you” I can identify.. I’ve told my buddies the only thing I want to be in any future conflict is useful/effective” No team would want me at my age. No one would take me seriously. One thing old age teaches is humility. I have wanted to take a field medical class for a long time. Until January I was my mom’s full time care giver. She gave me lots of practice with falls, cuts and burns until I insisted she was not allowed in the kitchen anymore. : ) When I was married in the 60s I helped in the in-laws funeral home business. I was hoping they’d like me if I volunteered. Never happened. Back then I could field strip and reassemble a human body in about thirty minutes but never could get one to work again. Now that I have no one in my life I plan on attending classes that will make me useful down the road. I am taking another piece of advice from here and my place is now listed for sale. Once it’s sold and I’ve located to safe territory I’ll be free.

    • mechmedic July 26, 2021 at 19:26

      The most underestimated portion of any partisan group is the underground. Without a support section no team is operational. And medicine plays a huge part in this. Do not underestimate yourself. And come on out to the next class! I’ve got one in Washington State. Or if those dates don’t work let me know and maybe we can work out me coming to you for a class. My email is [email protected]

  2. James June 17, 2021 at 21:53

    Dana,good luck with the move.
    I would say no matter what ones age folks can contribute to the tribe.Though perhaps too old to be the tip of the spear(and even then when times tough enough any help on tip useful)there is soo much one can do behind said tip/med care/food/info.gathering/building maintaining shelter/keep gear up and running,a long list.
    I feel confident when you land in your new homelands you will given some time meet up and get to know folks,feel you will find in good times and tough times you can/will be a asset in your new community.
    On a side note this seems like a great course,can ever make a real road trip again and feel comfortable doing it will look into signing up for it.I will say given the times at moment not comfortable with a 100 mile or so road trip.

    • Dana Henry June 18, 2021 at 11:31

      Thank you , Sir. I’m uneasy around strangers. Dread having them traipse through my house. Hate leaving the place. I know one thing. If I was married I doubt I could get her on board with this. It has everything except run by libs. I’m sure 1938 Jews felt the same about leaving Europe. It is what it is. I keep forgetting I’m a Ham. It just doesn’t seem enough. I have been studying medicine the past year. I had someone lined up to teach me some surgery but being a care taker I couldn’t get that organized. Hoping my new neighbors are proactive. I told our regional leader my plans and he said he and his wife and five other couples were also leaving Wa State for Red States. Some of them will end up being my neighbors. We’re all vets, hams and Conservative Patriots. This is one of the best most educational sites on line.

    • James June 18, 2021 at 21:02

      Sigh,1000 mile road trip.

  3. mechmedic July 26, 2021 at 18:50

    I’m glad you enjoyed it! And you are welcome at any course! I always need some “classic white” in my life.

    • Johnny Paratrooper July 27, 2021 at 11:14

      The finest gentlemen’s beverage. And occasional device used for prop humor.

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