Trauma shears

Purpose

Expose an injury or cut medical materials quickly and safely.

Used in kits

• Home First Aid Kit

  First Aid

• MYOG Field Repair Kit

  MYOG

Alternatives

• EMT utility scissors— Essentially the same tool; sizes vary.
• Fixed blade knife— Works in a pinch but is far less safe near skin.

Maintenance notes

• Check the pivot for looseness annually; wipe dry if used.

Buying considerations

• 7.25" is the standard size; smaller pairs fit compact kits.
• Cheap pairs are fine for kits that sit in storage; buy quality if you use them often.