SAR Fundamentals/Evening 4 start-up/Content Review

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  • On a search, are you more likely to become physically or mentally tired first?

  • Can you use a South American compass in North America?

  • Is a GPS effective in a canyon?



  • Name 3 ways that a GPS can fail.



  • How far apart are searchers in a type 3 search?

  • After how much time does quality of searching begin to wane for an individual?



  • How many active search techniques are there for searching by foot?



  • If you wanted as close to 100% POD as possible, what type of search would you use?



  • What does a confinement team do?



  • What is a search cube?



  • Can pacing be practical when measuring distance?

  • The ability to critically self-reflect is an important element of survival? True or False.

  • What's the minimum amount of hours of sleep a responder should have?



  • What is a disadvantage of waterproof clothing?

  • What is the first line of defense against the rigours of the outdoors?



  • How long should water be boiled to be safe to drink?

  • What should you always carry for personal hygiene in case there is no water to wash with?



  • When are ticks most active?

  • What is an advantage of duplex/repeater?

  • What is an advantage of simplex?



  • Why are water searches considered high urgency?

  • Name some safety guidelines for a search near water?



  • What are the benefits of LED lights over older forms of lighting?

  • What are some problems with gadgets and gizmos in SAR?



  • Name some hazards in an urban SAR setting.

  • What is the next step after completing the search of a floor of a building?



  • What do the 3 W's stand for in risk for hypothermia?

  • What are some aggravating factors that can contribute to hypothermia?



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