SAR Fundamentals/Evening 4 start-up/Content Review

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

  • Will a GPS work well in heavy fog?



  • What does declination mean?



  • Can pacing be practical when measuring distance?

  • 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?



  • What are the 4 mental steps of emergency management? (Hint - STOP)

  • The rate of heat transfer through clothing depends on three factors. What are they?

  • How can chemically poisoned water be made safe to drink?

  • What is a PFD & what is it used for?

  • What does the word "repeat" mean on the radio? How do you ask someone to repeat their last transmission?

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



  • Using a rope, what is the best way to cross a river?

  • What are the benefits of LED lights over older forms of lighting?

  • When searching for a child in an urban setting, how should the residence be treated?

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