1. The self-adhering strap is NOT pulled tight enough. There is slack in the strap.
2. The windlass rod is NOT twisted tight enough to stop the bleeding. Note: It typically takes several twists to stop the bleeding.
3. The tourniquet is NOT applied, and bleeding is NOT stopped within 1 minute.

Tourniquets can loosen over time; keep a close eye on even after the tourniquet has been fully applied.

We will go over these and other issues at the hands-on skills training.