Training/Funded/2019/Offer - Revision history

Brett Wuth: /* 2-day SAR Search Manager Recertification */

2018-09-27T20:22:48Z

2-day SAR Search Manager Recertification

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	* {{link\|Training/Search Manager Recertification}}		* {{link\|Training/Search Manager Recertification}}

-	Full certification ran 2 years ago with opportunities for recertification.	+	Full certification ran 3 years ago with opportunities for recertification.
	Unlikely to have others interested in recertification-only at this point.		Unlikely to have others interested in recertification-only at this point.

Brett Wuth: /* Documents */

2018-09-27T20:09:24Z

Documents

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	** none		** none
	* From OFC		* From OFC
-	** ~~none~~	+	** email msg 2018-08-02 09:26 announcement from Minister, no significant details
		+	** email msg 2018-09-11 12:07 Mike Cook reminder
		+	*** {{link\|Image:Members:Grant Information-11 Sept 2018.pdf}}
		+	**** letter of support from other groups
		+	**** "food and accommodation expenses for members attending Search and Rescue Training is no longer an acceptable expense,"
		+	**** "driver/vehicle owner must submit the mileage receipts and expense for"
		+	**** lodging for instructors appears acceptable

	== Courses ==		== Courses ==

Brett Wuth: /* Documents */

2018-09-27T19:46:27Z

Documents

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	**** page 4: change fax number: 780-427-8686		**** page 4: change fax number: 780-427-8686
	**** page 6: remove direct deposit info		**** page 6: remove direct deposit info
		+	** {{link\|Image:2018 19 GSAR Page 3 - Additional Courses.pdf}}
		+	*** document is new
		+	*** appears to be intended to fill out for additional courses
		+	*** 3rd variation of form. Does not include "Training Consumables" or "Travel costs"
		+
	Key communications regarding this year's grant		Key communications regarding this year's grant
	* From SARA Training Coordinator		* From SARA Training Coordinator

Brett Wuth: /* Documents */

2018-09-27T19:30:16Z

Documents

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	**** page 7 replaces: participant lodging/mileage with: "Travel costs MAY be acceptable costs for the purposes of this grant when SAR group members travel in the most efficient manner to undertake training at another centre. It is expected that carpooling or other group transportation methods will be utilized whenever possible. Travel associated costs will be in accordance with the Government of Alberta - Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy."		**** page 7 replaces: participant lodging/mileage with: "Travel costs MAY be acceptable costs for the purposes of this grant when SAR group members travel in the most efficient manner to undertake training at another centre. It is expected that carpooling or other group transportation methods will be utilized whenever possible. Travel associated costs will be in accordance with the Government of Alberta - Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy."
	**** page 7 adds: "Training Consumables" in addition to "Training Materials"		**** page 7 adds: "Training Consumables" in addition to "Training Materials"
-	** {{link\|~~Image:~~Image:2018 19 GSAR Application v1.pdf}}	+	** {{link\|Image:2018 19 GSAR Application v1.pdf}}
	*** Changes from last year		*** Changes from last year
	pdftotext GSAR_2017_18_Application.pdf 2017.txt		pdftotext GSAR_2017_18_Application.pdf 2017.txt

Brett Wuth: /* Documents */

2018-09-27T19:29:55Z

Documents

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	**** page 7 replaces: participant lodging/mileage with: "Travel costs MAY be acceptable costs for the purposes of this grant when SAR group members travel in the most efficient manner to undertake training at another centre. It is expected that carpooling or other group transportation methods will be utilized whenever possible. Travel associated costs will be in accordance with the Government of Alberta - Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy."		**** page 7 replaces: participant lodging/mileage with: "Travel costs MAY be acceptable costs for the purposes of this grant when SAR group members travel in the most efficient manner to undertake training at another centre. It is expected that carpooling or other group transportation methods will be utilized whenever possible. Travel associated costs will be in accordance with the Government of Alberta - Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy."
	**** page 7 adds: "Training Consumables" in addition to "Training Materials"		**** page 7 adds: "Training Consumables" in addition to "Training Materials"
-	** {{link\|Image:GSAR ~~2017 18~~ Application.pdf}}	+	** {{link\|Image:Image:2018 19 GSAR Application v1.pdf}}
	*** Changes from last year		*** Changes from last year
-	**** ~~adds~~: ~~and including date training will take place.~~	+	pdftotext GSAR_2017_18_Application.pdf 2017.txt
		+	pdftotext 2018\ 19\ GSAR\ Application\ v1.pdf 2018.txt
		+	diff -u 2017.txt 2018.txt >diff.out
		+	**** page 3: same changes as for Guidelines page 7
		+	**** page 3: "Training Consumables" incorrectly labelled as "Training Materials", duplicating line above
		+	**** page 4: add "or municipal entity" to type of group
		+	**** page 4: change fax number: 780-427-8686
		+	**** page 6: remove direct deposit info
	Key communications regarding this year's grant		Key communications regarding this year's grant
	* From SARA Training Coordinator		* From SARA Training Coordinator

Brett Wuth: /* Documents */

2018-09-27T19:17:17Z

Documents

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	** {{link\|Image:2018 19 GSAR Program Guidelines.pdf}}		** {{link\|Image:2018 19 GSAR Program Guidelines.pdf}}
	*** Changes from last year		*** Changes from last year
-	**** removes: ~~recommendations made by a Merit Board established by PublicSafety Division (PSD) that comprises PSD staff, members~~ of the ~~general Ground Search and Rescue community, and~~ SAR Alberta ~~personnel~~.	+	pdftotext GSAR_Program_2017_18_Guidelines.pdf 2017.txt
-	**** adds: ~~a detailed training plan included~~ in ~~the application and regional training needs.~~	+	pdftotext 2018\ 19\ GSAR\ Program\ Guidelines.pdf 2018.txt
		+	diff -u 2017.txt 2018.txt \| less
		+	**** page 7 removes: meals and snacks from itemized list of course costs
		+	**** page 7 replaces: participant lodging/mileage with: "Travel costs MAY be acceptable costs for the purposes of this grant when SAR group members travel in the most efficient manner to undertake training at another centre. It is expected that carpooling or other group transportation methods will be utilized whenever possible. Travel associated costs will be in accordance with the Government of Alberta - Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy."
		+	**** page 7 adds: "Training Consumables" in addition to "Training Materials"
	** {{link\|Image:GSAR 2017 18 Application.pdf}}		** {{link\|Image:GSAR 2017 18 Application.pdf}}
	*** Changes from last year		*** Changes from last year

Brett Wuth: /* Documents */

2018-09-27T18:57:01Z

Documents

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	== Documents ==		== Documents ==
	* http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm		* http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm
-	** {{link\|Image:GSAR Program ~~2017 18~~ Guidelines.pdf}}	+	** {{link\|Image:2018 19 GSAR Program Guidelines.pdf}}
	*** Changes from last year		*** Changes from last year
	**** removes: recommendations made by a Merit Board established by PublicSafety Division (PSD) that comprises PSD staff, members of the general Ground Search and Rescue community, and SAR Alberta personnel.		**** removes: recommendations made by a Merit Board established by PublicSafety Division (PSD) that comprises PSD staff, members of the general Ground Search and Rescue community, and SAR Alberta personnel.

Brett Wuth: New page: == Documents == * http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm {{link|Image:GSAR Program 2017 18 Guidelines.pdf}} * Changes from last year **** removes: recommendations made by...

2018-09-27T18:53:21Z

New page: == Documents == * http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm ** {{link|Image:GSAR Program 2017 18 Guidelines.pdf}} *** Changes from last year **** removes: recommendations made by...

New page

== Documents ==
* http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm
** {{link|Image:GSAR Program 2017 18 Guidelines.pdf}}
*** Changes from last year
**** removes: recommendations made by a Merit Board established by PublicSafety Division (PSD) that comprises PSD staff, members of the general Ground Search and Rescue community, and SAR Alberta personnel.
**** adds: a detailed training plan included in the application and regional training needs.
** {{link|Image:GSAR 2017 18 Application.pdf}}
*** Changes from last year
**** adds: and including date training will take place.
Key communications regarding this year's grant
* From SARA Training Coordinator
** none
* From OFC
** none

== Courses ==
=== 2-day Team Leader ===
'''Description:'''
SAR-trained and experienced volunteers
learn the necessary management skills to
lead and conduct the resources during a
search.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Team Leader}}
* Now a SOG required course

=== 2-day SAR Search Manager Recertification ===
'''Description:'''
This refresher course focusing on initial
response is a priority course. Teams in
regions are encouraged to train together
and to bring in their local police to
participate in this course. Participation is
limited to certified Search Managers.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Search Manager Recertification}}

Full certification ran 2 years ago with opportunities for recertification.
Unlikely to have others interested in recertification-only at this point.

=== Tabletop Exercise ===
'''Description:'''
Exercises focusing on SAR management in
a regional or multi-team participation.

'''Analysis:'''
Larger project than we're prepared to take on.

=== Provincial Exercise ===
'''Description:'''
Live exercise utilizing resources typically
involved in SAR activities. This exercise has
resources from across the province.

'''Analysis:'''
Larger project than we're prepared to take on.

=== 5-day Search Manager ===
'''Description:'''
SAR trained and experienced volunteers
learn the necessary management skills to
lead and conduct a search.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Search Manager}}
* Preplan identifies need
* Hard to fill locally
* Better use of funds to send candidates (if possible) to course elsewhere

=== Search and Rescue Basics Train the Trainer ===
'''Description:'''
Participants learn to teach the basic entry
level search and rescue skills and theory.

This item is listed twice on the OFC's documents.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/SAR Basics Train the Trainer}}
Some but not enough students here to host.

=== Search and Rescue Training ===
'''Description:'''
Innovative training programs (will be
evaluated on a case-by-case basis).

'''Analysis:'''
* A general catch-all classification for other types of training.
* This course is listed twice on OFC's documents

=== ATU or UTV Safety Course ===
'''Description:'''
In accordance with Canada Safety Council
Standard

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/ATV Safety}}
* {{link|Training/UTV Safety}}

=== Boating Course ===
'''Description:'''
In accordance with Canada Safety Council
Standard

'''Analysis:
* {{link|Training/Boat Safety}}
* should identify course syllabus

=== Snowmobile Course ===
'''Description:'''
In accordance with Canada Safety Council
Standard

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Snowmobile Safety}}
* Low participation in 2011.

=== Man-tracking ===
'''Description:'''
Participants learn to use clues and
evidence left behind by the missing
person(s).

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Man-Tracking}}

=== GPS Training ===
'''Description:'''
As applicable to course, but application
must include an explanation of the course
required, number of attendees
anticipated, and substantiation of the
requirement.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/GPS Course}}
Sufficient training in house.

=== SAR Searcher Course ===
'''Description:'''
Participants learn the basic entry-level
search and rescue skills and theory.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/SAR Fundamentals}}
Run each year.

=== Search and Rescue Training ===
'''Description:'''
Innovative training programs (will be
evaluated on a case by case basis).

'''IGNORE: Duplicate entry in OFC documents

=== Wilderness First Aid ===

'''Description:'''
Basic and/or advanced course. Wilderness First Aid at the St. John's
Ambulance or Red Cross level includes a recertification for Basic
First Aid/CPR/AED.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Wilderness First Aid}}
* {{link|Training/Advanced Wilderness First Aid}}

=== Swift Water Rescue ===

'''Description:'''
As applicable to course, but application must include an explanation
of the course required, number of attendees anticipated, and
substantiation of the requirement.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Swift Water Rescue}}
Will be running course in Spring 2013.

=== Rope Rescue ===

'''Description:'''
NFPA 1006 or British Columbia Cave Standard. Application must include
an explanation of the course required, number of attendees
anticipated, and substantiation of the requirement.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Rope Rescue}}
Despite description, they fund non-NFPA courses.

=== Standard First Aid ===

'''Description:'''
In accordance with the Red Cross or St. John's Ambulance
curriculum. See also Wilderness First Aid above.

'''Analysis:'''
* {{link|Training/Standard First Aid}}

=== Specialized Technical ===

'''Description:'''
As applicable to course, but application must include an explanation
of the course required, number of attendees anticipated, and
substantiation of the requirement.

'''Analysis:'''
A catch-all that could include any other course not listed above.
* {{link|Training/Avalanche Skills Training Level 1}}

=== Search and Rescue Training ===
'''Description:'''
Innovative training programs (will be
evaluated on a case by case basis).

'''IGNORE: Duplicate entry in OFC documents

Training/Funded/2019/Offer - Revision history

Brett Wuth: /* 2-day SAR Search Manager Recertification */

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Brett Wuth: New page: == Documents == * http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm ** {{link|Image:GSAR Program 2017 18 Guidelines.pdf}} *** Changes from last year **** removes: recommendations made by...

Brett Wuth: New page: == Documents == * http://www.ofc.alberta.ca/grant-funded-training.cfm {{link|Image:GSAR Program 2017 18 Guidelines.pdf}} * Changes from last year **** removes: recommendations made by...