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search - ANSWERS-an operation using available personnel and facilities to locate
persons in distress
rescue - ANSWERS-an operation to retrieve persons in distress provide for their initial
medical or other needs and deliver them to a place of safety
3 basic categories of search and rescue skills training - ANSWERS-search, rescue,
survival/support
List at least 3 rules that maximize the chances of preserving evidence and maintaining
the chain of custody at a SAR scene - ANSWERS-if the subject appears to be dead, di
the minimum to confirm death, if the subject is hanging, do not cut down, use caution if
a firearm is at the scene
List at least 6 suggestions that can minimize liability and legal challenges of the actions
of a SAR volunteer - ANSWERS-don't work in constant fear of being sued, always act in
good faith and appropriate standard of care, seek legal advice with questions, provide
proper and consistent care, keep training up to date, and become familiar with the
state's standard of care
Describe how activity levels and environmental factors affect the body's caloric
requirements - ANSWERS-long lasting, high energy foods are more important in cold
climates, SAR volunteers need more caloric intake than the average person
,Describe the effects on the body of increasing levels of dehydration - ANSWERS-when
you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated, (1% decrease) your saliva decreases,
throat gets dry, urge to drink, (2% decrease) blood becomes thicker, blood volume
decreases, ability to dissipate heat decreases, core temp increases, early fatigue,
muscle cramping, more symptoms are headache, dizziness, nausea, irritability, and
vomiting, (6% decrease) impaired thinking and judgement, (10% decrease) death
Describe the basic water and chemical needs of the human body - ANSWERS-91
ounces of water for women and 125 ounces for men, salt should not be taken with
people heavily sweating or if water is in short supply
Describe how the human body loses heat - ANSWERS-conduction
convection
radiation
evaporation
Conduction - ANSWERS-sitting on snow, ice, or the cold ground
Radiation - ANSWERS-heat radiates from the body to the outside
Convection - ANSWERS-air movement around the body to absorb the heat
Evaporation - ANSWERS-evaporation of the moisture on the skin
Discuss the importance of fitness for SAR - ANSWERS-lack of conditioning and fitness
has been repeatedly identified as one of the most common problems faced in the field
by SAR personnel, resulted in reduced effectiveness and increased safety risk
List the health condition for which one should obtain medical clearance before
participating in SAR - ANSWERS-high blood pressure, heart trouble, family history of
stroke, frequent dizzy spells, extreme breathlessness, arthritis, muscular problems,
obesity
, Define physical fitness - ANSWERS-the ability to perform daily tasks vigorously and
alertly, with energy left over for enjoying
List the 4 basic components of fitness - ANSWERS-cardiorespiratory endurance,
muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility
Describe course offerings of the US National Search and Rescue School - ANSWERS-
oceanic, costal, and inland search planning leadership procedures. Land and air
searches (wilderness)
List organizations involved in developing standards and regulations - ANSWERS-
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), ASTM International, American Society of Safety Engineers
(ASSE), American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR) characteristics - ANSWERS-
national level education and certification for SAR responders and teams
Mountain Rescue Association characteristics - ANSWERS-mountain search and rescue
techniques
Civil Air Patrol (CAP) characteristics - ANSWERS-youth cadet program, development of
air search, provide transportation (US Air Force)
US Coast Guard Auxiliary characteristics - ANSWERS-volunteer boats and aircrafts for
sar
USA Freedom Corps characteristics - ANSWERS-created after 9/11 to protect and
support local responders, raises service opportunities
Citizen Corps characteristics - ANSWERS-answer questions and coordinate volunteer
activities to prepare for emergency situations (FEMA and USA Freedom Corps)