SAR Fundamentals/Inland water/Question bank

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#	Question	Answer
1	Name some safety guidelines for a search near water?	wear a PFD don't go in above knees don't enter flood waters
2	Using a rope, what is the best way to cross a river?	With the rope on a downsteam angle.
3	What are some basic pieces of equipment used by SAR responders in a water search?	PFD whistle throw bag poles binoculars
4	Why are water searches considered high urgency?	They are high urgency due to the potential for hypothermia and drowning.
5	Is recovering a body an urgent matter?	no.
6	True or False? The narrowest part of a river or stream is usually the best place to cross.	False. The narrowest part is often the deepest.
7	What do you do to your pack before crossing a stream or river?	Unbuckle the chest and hip straps.