Emergency backpack 17 is a ready-made evacuation kit in a backpack with a capacity of 28 l and dimensions of 48 × 32 × 18 cm. Its weight with full equipment is 8.5 kg. It is intended for individuals and institutions, such as companies, public offices and schools, that need complete equipment for the first hours and days after a crisis situation occurs.
The equipment is divided into four modules: first aid (compliant with DIN 13164 PLUS), personal hygiene, food and water, and shelter and tools. You will find the exact contents, including quantities, in the tabs below.
Besides the pouches, the backpack has a flat external pocket, a mesh pocket for underwear on the front panel and a secret pocket for documents and valuables. The kit also includes reflective elements and a rescue whistle. Emergency backpack 17 has a secret pocket for documents and valuables and a flat external pocket for items needed immediately.
What does the emergency backpack 17 contain?
| 3 pcs | Saline solution (1 ampoule, 5 ml) |
| 1 pc | Tactical Gauze |
| 1 pc | Scissors 14.5 cm |
| 1 pc | Adhesive tape 5 m x 2.5 cm |
| 1 pc | First aid instructions |
| 1 pc | Disposable medical mask |
| 1 pc | Emergency blanket 160 x 210 cm |
| 2 pcs | Disinfectant wipes |
| 6 pcs | Compress 10 x 10 cm |
| 2 pcs | Elastic bandage 6 cm x 4 m |
| 4 pcs | Vinyl gloves |
| 1 pc | Dressing sheet 60 x 80 cm |
| 1 pc | Individual dressing G 10 x 12 cm |
| 2 pcs | Individual dressing M 8 x 10 cm |
| 1 pc | Individual dressing K 6 x 8 cm |
| 2 pcs | Triangular bandage 136 x 96 x 96 cm |
| 3 pcs | Elastic bandage 8 cm x 4 m |
| 1 pc | Mouthpiece for rescue breathing |
| 4 pcs | Plasters with dressing 10 x 6 cm |
| 2 pcs | Fingertip dressing 4 x 6.5 cm |
| 2 pcs | Finger dressing 12 x 2 cm |
| 2 pcs | Plaster with dressing 1.9 x 7.2 cm |
| 4 pcs | Plaster with dressing 2.5 x 7.2 cm |
| 1 pc | Quick-dry towel |
| 1 set | Toothpaste and toothbrush |
| 1 set | Shaving cream and razor |
| 1 pc | Soap |
| 1 pc | Comb |
| 1 pc | Wash bag |
| 1 set | Cotton pads and cotton buds |
| 1 pc | Silicone cup with lid |
| 1 pc | Menstrual cup |
| 9 pcs | Tampons |
| 1 pack | Wet wipes (15 pcs) |
| 1 pc | Nail file |
| 1 set | Sewing kit |
| 1 set | Staples |
| 1 pc | Bandana |
| 1 pc | Face mask |
| 1 pc | Hygiene gloves |
| 1 pc | Alcohol wipe |
| 1 sachet | Hand sanitiser (2 ml) |
| 9 pcs | Seven Oceans food ration (56 g portion) |
| 10 pcs | Seven Oceans water in sachets (2 x 5 x 50 ml) |
| 1 pack | Scho-Ka-Kola chocolate with caffeine (100 g, 16 pieces) |
| 1 pack | Military rusks (90 g, 6 rusks) |
| 1 pc | Foldable silicone bottle |
| 10 pcs | Water purification tablets |
| 1 set | Personal water filtration kit |
| 1 pc | Metal folding stove |
| 1 pack | Solid fuel (10 tablets) |
| 1 pc | Lighter |
| 1 pc | Fire starter (magnesium rod and striker connected with paracord) |
| 1 pc | Steel mug with folding handle |
| 1 pc | Finnish-style knife in a plastic sheath with a belt clip |
| 1 set | Steel cutlery: fork and spoon, in a fabric case |
| 1 pc | Heavy-duty plastic bag (120 l) |
| 1 pc | Emergency tent for 2 people |
| 1 pc | Emergency sleeping bag |
| 1 pc | Rain poncho with hood |
| 2 pcs | Hand warmer |
| 1 pc | Warm hat |
| 1 pc | 5-in-1 multifunction whistle with mirror and compass |
| 1 pc | Chemical light |
| 1 pc | Radio with torch and power bank function (solar or dynamo charging) |
| 1 pc | Head torch |
| 1 pc | Folding shovel |
| 1 pc | Silver tape-type repair tape |
| 1 pc | Paracord (5 m) |
| 1 pc | Multitool |
| 1 pc | Tinted safety glasses (in a case) |
| 1 pc | Protective gloves |
| 1 pc | High-visibility vest |
| 1 pc | Strong D-ring carabiner |
| 1 pc | Power bank with solar panel and additional light source |
| 1 pc | USB-A cable with splitter to USB-C, Lightning and Micro USB |
Why is the emergency backpack 17 built around four modules?
Each pouch is waterproof, removable and attached with hook-and-loop fasteners, and its colour shows what you will find inside. When time matters, you do not search through the whole backpack: you reach for the right colour. You can also take just one module, for example the red one with first aid, without carrying the rest of the equipment. Emergency backpack 17 is fitted with reflective elements and a rescue whistle, which are useful during field operations.
The backpack has a compact design, which reduces the risk of snagging during an evacuation. The waterproof material and watertight zips protect the contents against moisture and rain, while the reflective elements and rescue whistle make it easier to attract attention.
First aid from the red module – basic principles
The red pouch contains a first aid kit and saline solution. It is worth learning where the equipment is located before any evacuation. In an incident, first assess your own safety and the safety of the scene, then call for help on 999 or 112. You can find out more about how to do this in the article Emergency number 112 and calling for help.
In massive bleeding, direct pressure on the wound is the basis. When bleeding from a limb is life-threatening, a tourniquet is used. A bystander taking action can decide whether the casualty survives. We describe the details in the article Massive haemorrhage – first aid.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What capacity and weight does the emergency backpack 17 have?
The capacity is 28 l, the dimensions are 48 × 32 × 18 cm, and the weight with full equipment is 8.5 kg.
What is in each pouch?
Red is first aid (first aid kit compliant with DIN 13164 PLUS, saline solution). Grey is personal hygiene and protective items. Blue is water, food, cooking and water purification. Black is shelter, lighting, tools, communication and navigation.
Are the contents of the backpack protected against moisture?
The backpack is made of waterproof 600D TPU material and has watertight zips, and the pouches are waterproof. This protects the contents against moisture and rain.
