SAR Fundamentals/Inland water

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	* don't go in above knees		* don't go in above knees
	* don't enter flood waters		* don't enter flood waters
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		+	Q: Using a rope, what is the best way to cross a river?
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		+	A: With the rope on a downsteam angle.
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		+	Q: What are some basic pieces of equipment used by SAR responders in
		+	a water search?
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		+	A:
		+	* PFD
		+	* whistle
		+	* throw bag
		+	* poles
		+	* binoculars

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Basic SAR Skills Manual: Ch.19 "Inland Water Search"

typically assigned reading

otherwise 0.5hr

2005-02 13:20 - 13:38

Question bank

Q: Name some safety guidelines for a search near water?

A:

• wear a PFD
• don't go in above knees
• don't enter flood waters

Q: Using a rope, what is the best way to cross a river?

A: With the rope on a downsteam angle.

Q: What are some basic pieces of equipment used by SAR responders in a water search?

A:

• PFD
• whistle
• throw bag
• poles
• binoculars