- In the field, INTERRUPT THE BURNING PROCESS and address any life-threatening bleeding, airway compromise, or tension pneumothorax in accordance with Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines. Burn casualties may have additional traumatic injuries which are more life-threatening in the short term and require immediate attention.
- Rinse off dirt and any contaminating chemicals, including hydrocarbon fuels, with clean water. Dry chemicals should be brushed off before irrigation. Once a survey of injuries is performed, cover the patient with blankets to prevent hypothermia.
- Evacuate the casualty as soon as possible. Tactical considerations and distance may require prolonged casualty care in which resuscitation is begun under pre-hospital conditions.