Commanders will ensure that all first responders carry and use DD Form 1380 to document pre-MTF care at the POI. Such care relates to both battle and non-battle injuries.

Once completed, the DD Form 1380, TCCC must be visibly attached to the patient. Upon arrival at a Role 2 or Role 3 MTF, the DD Form 1380 will be included with the paper medical record, then scanned and entered into both the patient’s EHR and the trauma system’s trauma registry. Role 2 and Role 3 MTF Commanders must establish a clear process to ensure entry of the medical information recorded on DD Form 1380 into both the EHR and the trauma registry.

The DD Form 1380 will be a component of the IFAK, JFAK, and other first aid kits utilized. Corpsmen, combat medics, and tactical evacuation personnel should carry multiple blank versions of the form.

First responders will complete all entries as fully as possible on the DD Form 1380 unless under extreme conditions whereby the casualty and/or provider’s safety may be at additional risk.

All abbreviations authorized for use in DoD health records or DoD trauma registries may also be used on DD Form 1380.

All entries on the DD Form 1380 will be made using a non-smearing pen or marker.

All entries on the DD Form 1380 should be printed clearly, including the first responder’s name.