SAR Fundamentals/Hazards
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- SAR Fundamentals Manual: Ch.8 "Problems Associated with Specific SAR Environments"
- Basic SAR Skills Manual:
- Ch.9 "Environmental Hazards in SAR"
- Ch.10 "Animal, Insect, Snake Hazards"
Prerequisites
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Objectives
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- will be able to ...
Time Plan
Total Time: ?? minutes
- usually assigned reading
- otherwise 0.5 hr
- Recognizing hazardous environments requiring special training/teams
- Is this the same as the SAR Fundamentals/Hazards sections?
- environments that put searchers at risks
- slopes: rope rescue
- swift water
- avalanche
- ice
- severe weather
- isolation
- animal
- activities that aren't the best help for the subject
- higher medical training
- transport alternatives
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instructional points in normal font aids, exercises, activities in italic |
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Question bank
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See Question bank Q: Name some potential conflicts during a SAR mission?
A:
- human
- wildlife - bear, cougar, elk, moose, wolves
Q: How thick must ice be for a vehicle to drive on it?
A: 8 to 12 inches
Q: Name 2 environmental problems found in the Pincher Creek area.
A:
- Wind
- Mountains
Q: What is a PFD & what is it used for?
A: A PFD is a personal floatation device and designed to serve one primary purpose - to help keep the wearer's head above water.
Q: What are a few things do's and don't if you encounter a
bear?
A:
- do make noise
- don't approach
- don't run
- do retreat
Q: What is the best way to avoid a snake bite?
A: Don't be in the same area as a snake
Q: What should you do if you get bitten by a snake?
A:
- first aid
- transport to nearest medical facility.
Q: When are ticks most active?
A: Spring & early summer
Q: Name some do's and don't's when dealing with wildlife?
A:
- don't approach
- don't run
- remain calm
- think
Q: What should you do if a team members is bit by a dog?
A:
- control bleeding
- ensure ABC's
- wash would with soap and water
- report the bite to animal control or police
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: How should you respond if you encounter a wolverine?
A: Wolverines are 9-25 kg, max 32. They have been known to prey on animals as large as moose, but more often are carrion eaters. Don't disturb it's kill. Give it a wide berth. If it's attacking you, presume it's prey behaviour and fight back.
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