The Immediate Response Kit (IR Kit) is a light-weight soft pack trauma kit designed to be carried in the cargo pocket of the BDU fatigue pants. It comes with a variety of trauma dressings and supplies necessary to treat several life-threatening injuries. The side handle and zipper cord lock offer the user a rapid retrieval method when time is essential. There are two belt loops on the back of the kit for attaching to a belt or backpack. Included in each kit is the Trauma Fast Action Card, which gives detailed instructions on how to treat life-threatening injuries. The IR kit is currently available in black, red, olive, woodland, and dark blue.