SAR Fundamentals/Evening 4 start-up/Content Review

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  • What four instruments are effective used for foot navigation in the wilderness?

  • The difference between true north and magnetic north is known as?



  • Will a GPS work well in heavy fog?



  • Can pacing be practical when measuring distance?

  • 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?



  • 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 are the 5 mechanisms of body heat loss?

  • True or False? Down keeps most of its insulation value when wet.

  • Why is it important to stay well hydrated?

  • Name some do's and don't's when dealing with wildlife.

  • What phrase on the radio indicates an urgent safety message, but not an emergency?

  • How do you say a large number like "75" on the radio?



  • What do you do to your pack before crossing a stream or river?

  • Name the three types of trained search dogs

  • What is the 300-meter rule?

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