2012-02 SAR Fundamentals/Tasks

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Work to do in preparation for course

(generic to do list)

  • develop case studies (Komlodi, Koopmans)
  • contingency plan for SAR being called out during course
  • queue powerpoint presentations
  • configure to play videos from laptop
  • arrange snacks and/or lunches - Fraser
  • organize mock search - Eric


  • arrange for and prepare the aids (support material) for each section
    • handouts for each section
  • stretcher, webbing for lashing, carry


  • update this generic list from the course's list
    • publish deadline for registration 1 week before 1st weekend
    • schedule first weekend at least 1 week after regular training night in month to allow last minute registrations
  • need short filler material (approx 15 min each) when get through material ahead of time
    • consider anecdotes
    • consider short presentation on material not normally included
  • incorporate being on time as part of the training
  • record certificates in database
  • note updates to make for next year
    • Eve 4 is light on material
    • Survival section is both assigned reading and lecture

[edit] done

  • (done) pick dates
    • (done) consult with organizer of mock search
  • (done) create wiki pages
  • (done) customize the announcement
  • (done) distribute the announcement as indicated
  • (done) order text books
  • (done) announce to avalanche contacts
  • (done) find co-instructors/volunteers - Brett
    • instructors:
      • Chris: yes
      • Bryan: yes
      • Michael: requested, uncertain
      • Roy: yes
      • Janet: yes
      • Ron: yes
      • Eric: yes
      • Spencer: yes
      • Yvonne/Alieza: yes
      • Karl: yes
    • event facilitator: Fraser: yes
  • facilitator
    • (done) book room
    • (not) book riding arena for Type 4 search
    • (done) pick up room key
    • bring refreshments
    • arrange lunches
    • pick up lunches
  • (done) plan mock search
  • (not) order log books
  • (not) order maps
  • (not) order improved instructional material
  • (not) order incentives
  • (done) arrange for and prepare the aids (support material) for each section
  • (done) name place cards (tent cards)
  • (done) make online ICS 100 course a prerequisite and focus on only how applies to SAR
  • (done) break up navigation sections -- 4 hour long loses student concentration
  • (done) refine map & compass schedule
  • (done) arrange wireless access at classroom
    • (done) check/get index cards
    • (done) flip chart paper 24" (27"?) x 36"
    • (done) pencils
    • (done) map quality erasers
  • (done) verify multimedia setup
    • (done) hanging white sheets
  • (done) assigned reading folder
  • (not) arrange access to riding arena for Type 4 search
  • (done) recruit critique chair
  • (done) order/print certificates
  • (done) determine fitness handling
  • (done) set up ICS exam
  • (done) invite PCSAR mock participants
  • (done) set up review section
  • (done) print course schedules for instructors
  • (done) organize folder, overhead slides for each section
  • (not) email reminder of prep for conditions
  • (done) students that didn't sign out from day 3
  • (done) get overhead box
  • (done) get overhead projector
  • (done) get maps from SARCAR
  • (done) pick up key
  • (done) pick up GPSs
  • (done) pick up VHF & FRS radios
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