In 2005 the U.S. Army standardized the Improved First Aid Kit (IFAK), which, in conjunction with proper training, will greatly increase force effectiveness by increasing the potential of survival for combat casualties. Specifically, the kit provides enhanced capabilities for Self-Aid/Buddy-Aid to immediately treat the two most urgent medical crises faced by battlefield casualties.The IFAK is a self-contained assembly in a Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE) utility pouch. The full kit is NSN 6545-01-530-0929.