I think the SOG would be a poor choice in this situation. Not that SOG doesn't make nice tools, but the V-Cutter is an internally held tool that deploys with a nail knick. Not the best option under duress. A Leatherman Wave/Charge or Surge (depending on the pliers you need) along with one of the Benchmade series of rescue hooks would probably serve you well. All of the Rescue hooks come with the option to use a hard-molded ABS sheath that you can hang upside down from a blouse pocket or belt and have large finger holes for fast deployment.
Note to any of you tool manufacturers reading these forums:A rescue/first-responder sort of multitool would fill a nice niche and appeal to a large cross section of potential customers.
I think my best suggestion would be to get a good set of shears to cut fabrics and clothing and keep your multitool for dirtier, more robust jobs.(Image removed from quote.)Def
Coming back to this thread after a while, it seems Benchmade has come pretty close to building an ideal EMS extrication tool. The new 915 Triage It has everything except the pliers. Carry that and a ST300 or even a Juice S2.
Victorinox RescueTool, Vic Swisstool RS, Vic Dual ProThose curved serrated cutters than Vic uses are the best.