Combat Life Saver (CLS)

The Role of a Combat Life Saver (CLS)
The CLS is a nonmedical Soldier trained to provide enhanced first aid/lifesaving procedures beyond the level of self-aid or buddy aid. The CLS is not intended to take the place of medical personnel. Using specialized training, the CLS can slow deterioration of a wounded Soldier's condition until treatment by medical personnel is possible. Each certified CLS is issued a CLS aid bag. Whenever possible, the platoon leader ensures each fire team includes at least one CLS.

The CLS:
 * Ensures that the squad CLS and litters are properly packed and stored.
 * Identifies Class VIII shortages to the platoon medic.
 * Provides enhanced first aid for injuries and participates in all litter-carry drills.
 * Uses enhanced first-aid skills in the field until casualties can be evacuated
 * Knows the location of the casualty collection point and the TACSOP forestablishing it.