What should be completed if the minimum quantities of FAA-required items are not present in the EMK?

When the minimum quantities of FAA-required items are not present in the Emergency Medical Kit (EMK), attaching a red seal through the zipper is the appropriate action. This red seal indicates that the kit has been compromised or is incomplete, thereby alerting crew members and ground staff that the kit cannot be used until it has been restocked or replaced.

This process is essential for maintaining safety and ensuring that the medical equipment on board is fully functional and ready for emergency situations. The visibility of the red seal serves as a clear communication tool that the EMK requires attention and cannot be relied upon in a medical emergency. By marking the kit in this way, it ensures that anyone who accesses the kit afterward will immediately understand that it is not in compliance with FAA requirements and take necessary corrective actions.

In contrast, notifying ground control typically relates to other types of operational issues, and attaching a green seal would imply that the kit is in good order and has been checked, which is not applicable when there are missing items. Returning the kit to the supplier is a more drastic measure that may not be necessary immediately, especially when the proper protocol of sealing the kit with a red seal can notify others of the issue first.