SAR Fundamentals/Evening 4 start-up/Content Review
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- Name 3 ways that a GPS can fail.
- What four instruments are effective used for foot navigation in the wilderness?
- The difference between true north and magnetic north is known as?
- What are the 3 heights for search zones?
- What are the two categories of search techniques? Give an example of both.
- Describe a Type 4 search
- Name and describe the principal characteristic of the 5 types of active search techniques.
- How far apart are searchers in a type 3 search?
- After how much time does quality of searching begin to wane for an individual?
- Can pacing be practical when measuring distance?
- What are 3 major contributors to loss of water in the body for SAR workers?
- Why is it important for SAR workers to be in good physical and mental condition?
- List 6 principles of outdoor clothing use and maintenance. (hint: COLDER)
- True or False? Down keeps most of its insulation value when wet.
- How deep should a "cat hole" be?
- What is the minimum distance a latrine should be set up from a base camp?
- Name some potential conflicts during a SAR mission
- When should you not thaw a frost bite?
- At what temperature does shivering stop.
- Using a rope, what is the best way to cross a river?
- True or False? The narrowest part of a river or stream is usually the best place to cross.
- What are the benefits of LED lights over older forms of lighting?
- What are some problems with gadgets and gizmos in SAR?
- How are multistory buildings searched?
- Name two hazards in sewers.
- What is the spoken word for distress in radio communications?
- What is a SPOT?
