NASAR SARTECH
(New Mexico Wilderness Search and Rescue Field
Certification) Verified Multiple Choice and Conceptual Actual
Emended Exam Questions With Reviewed 100% Correct
Detailed Answers
Guaranteed Pass!!Current Update
1. What is the main disadvantage of cotton clothing in the field?
It retains moisture and loses insulating properties when wet.
2. Which fabric is most recommended for base layers in cold environments?
o A. Cotton
o B. Wool or synthetic (polypropylene, polyester)
o C. Nylon
o D. Denim
3. True or False: Leather boots are better at stopping cactus spines than
synthetic boots.
True
4. What should you look for in a SAR-appropriate backpack?
Durability, adequate capacity (48+ hrs), load distribution, external gear
loops
5. Which of the following is NOT part of the standard SAR personal gear?
o A. Personal first aid kit
o B. Signal mirror
o C. Jet boil stove
o D. Headlamp
,6. Why are two types of gloves recommended for SAR operations?
One for warmth, one for work (rope handling, litter carry, etc.)
7. When should hard hats/helmets be worn during a SAR mission? (Select all
that apply)
o A. Helicopter operations
o B. Cave rescue
o C. Rockfall zones
o D. Flat terrain search
8. What items should always be carried in your 24-hour pack? (Select all that
apply)
Food, water, extra socks, headlamp, fire-starting tools, shelter materials
9. Why is it important to carry extra socks in your SAR pack?
To prevent blisters, maintain foot hygiene, and manage cold weather
10.What type of shelter is most appropriate for a short-term SAR field
bivouac?
Lightweight tarp or bivy sack
11.What is the minimum level of navigation skill expected of a field team
member?
Ability to use map and compass, follow bearings, and plot locations
12.Which item is NOT critical in personal SAR gear for navigation?
• A. Compass
• B. Smartphone GPS
• C. Topographic map
• D. Protractor
, 13.Which is a common cause of hypothermia during SAR operations?
Wet clothing and wind exposure combined with fatigue
14.True or False: A wool layer can still insulate when wet.
True
15.Why should SAR members avoid sweating in cold weather?
It causes inner layers to become wet and lose insulation, leading to chill
16.Which is the most efficient way to prevent heat loss from your
extremities?
Maintain core temperature by wearing a hat and insulating layers
17.How often should SAR boots be broken in before field use?
Over several hikes to prevent blisters and pressure points
Emergency Considerations
18.What should you do if you notice early signs of frostbite on a teammate’s
nose or fingers?
Notify team leader, apply warmth gradually, and protect from further
exposure
19.What is the first step if you become separated from your team?
Stop moving, attempt contact by radio/whistle, and stay visible
20.What technique should be used to regulate body temperature during a
SAR mission?
Adjust layers frequently based on workload and weather
When selecting hiking boots, what things should you consider? - ANSWER
Comfort and fit, ankle support, sole thickness. They should be waterproof. Also,
leather boots will keep out cactus spines that other expensive materials will not.
, If your hands or feet are cold.... (most body heat is lost...) - ANSWER ... put
on your hat. (...through the head.)
What two types of gloves are required? - ANSWER Sturdy work gloves (for
terrain, rope rescue, litter carry) and warm gloves/mittens for cold weather.
When are hard hats or helmets vital? - ANSWER When doing any rock work,
when performing a cave rescue, or any time you are around a helicopter.
Are cotton socks suitable for hiking? - ANSWER No, not even in the summer.
What is the ideal combination for hiking socks? - ANSWER One inner layer of
nylon, polypropylene, silk, or wool and
one outer pair of medium weight wool (hiking sock thickness). A clean pair of
socks in your pack is required.
When dressing in layers, what is the trick? - ANSWER The trick is to keep
warm enough without sweating and getting wet from the inside out.
Inner layer includes what? - ANSWER basic underwear and long underwear
Middle layers should be warm. Outer layers should protect from what? -
ANSWER wind and water.
(New Mexico Wilderness Search and Rescue Field
Certification) Verified Multiple Choice and Conceptual Actual
Emended Exam Questions With Reviewed 100% Correct
Detailed Answers
Guaranteed Pass!!Current Update
1. What is the main disadvantage of cotton clothing in the field?
It retains moisture and loses insulating properties when wet.
2. Which fabric is most recommended for base layers in cold environments?
o A. Cotton
o B. Wool or synthetic (polypropylene, polyester)
o C. Nylon
o D. Denim
3. True or False: Leather boots are better at stopping cactus spines than
synthetic boots.
True
4. What should you look for in a SAR-appropriate backpack?
Durability, adequate capacity (48+ hrs), load distribution, external gear
loops
5. Which of the following is NOT part of the standard SAR personal gear?
o A. Personal first aid kit
o B. Signal mirror
o C. Jet boil stove
o D. Headlamp
,6. Why are two types of gloves recommended for SAR operations?
One for warmth, one for work (rope handling, litter carry, etc.)
7. When should hard hats/helmets be worn during a SAR mission? (Select all
that apply)
o A. Helicopter operations
o B. Cave rescue
o C. Rockfall zones
o D. Flat terrain search
8. What items should always be carried in your 24-hour pack? (Select all that
apply)
Food, water, extra socks, headlamp, fire-starting tools, shelter materials
9. Why is it important to carry extra socks in your SAR pack?
To prevent blisters, maintain foot hygiene, and manage cold weather
10.What type of shelter is most appropriate for a short-term SAR field
bivouac?
Lightweight tarp or bivy sack
11.What is the minimum level of navigation skill expected of a field team
member?
Ability to use map and compass, follow bearings, and plot locations
12.Which item is NOT critical in personal SAR gear for navigation?
• A. Compass
• B. Smartphone GPS
• C. Topographic map
• D. Protractor
, 13.Which is a common cause of hypothermia during SAR operations?
Wet clothing and wind exposure combined with fatigue
14.True or False: A wool layer can still insulate when wet.
True
15.Why should SAR members avoid sweating in cold weather?
It causes inner layers to become wet and lose insulation, leading to chill
16.Which is the most efficient way to prevent heat loss from your
extremities?
Maintain core temperature by wearing a hat and insulating layers
17.How often should SAR boots be broken in before field use?
Over several hikes to prevent blisters and pressure points
Emergency Considerations
18.What should you do if you notice early signs of frostbite on a teammate’s
nose or fingers?
Notify team leader, apply warmth gradually, and protect from further
exposure
19.What is the first step if you become separated from your team?
Stop moving, attempt contact by radio/whistle, and stay visible
20.What technique should be used to regulate body temperature during a
SAR mission?
Adjust layers frequently based on workload and weather
When selecting hiking boots, what things should you consider? - ANSWER
Comfort and fit, ankle support, sole thickness. They should be waterproof. Also,
leather boots will keep out cactus spines that other expensive materials will not.
, If your hands or feet are cold.... (most body heat is lost...) - ANSWER ... put
on your hat. (...through the head.)
What two types of gloves are required? - ANSWER Sturdy work gloves (for
terrain, rope rescue, litter carry) and warm gloves/mittens for cold weather.
When are hard hats or helmets vital? - ANSWER When doing any rock work,
when performing a cave rescue, or any time you are around a helicopter.
Are cotton socks suitable for hiking? - ANSWER No, not even in the summer.
What is the ideal combination for hiking socks? - ANSWER One inner layer of
nylon, polypropylene, silk, or wool and
one outer pair of medium weight wool (hiking sock thickness). A clean pair of
socks in your pack is required.
When dressing in layers, what is the trick? - ANSWER The trick is to keep
warm enough without sweating and getting wet from the inside out.
Inner layer includes what? - ANSWER basic underwear and long underwear
Middle layers should be warm. Outer layers should protect from what? -
ANSWER wind and water.
