SAR Fundamentals/Team leader/Question bank

1

What is the primary responsibility of the Team Leader?

Safety of the Team

2

What is the role of the Team Leader?

• safety of the team
• assign functions to team members
• co-ordinate team efforts
• keep firm control of the team by ensuring team members have
  • adequate clothing, etc.
  • understands search assignments
  • focused & observant
  • employed to best effect
  • area is searched (no apps)
  • check members at frequent intervals for safety & physical condition
• keep searchers involved and observant

3

Should a team leader encourage team problem solving?

Yes.

4

When is it okay not to follow directions from your team leader?

When your safety is in question