SAR Fundamentals/Evening 4 start-up/Content Review

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  • On a search, are you more likely to become physically or mentally tired first?

  • Name 3 ways that a GPS can fail.

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



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



  • What are the 5 basic categories of clues? Give an example of each.

  • What is a sound sweep?



  • 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.



  • Can pacing be practical when measuring distance?

  • What are 3 major contributors to loss of water in the body for SAR workers?

  • Why is it important for SAR workers to be in good physical and mental condition?



  • List 6 principles of outdoor clothing use and maintenance. (hint: COLDER)

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



  • What can you potentially get from untreated water?

  • How long should water be boiled to be safe to drink?



  • Name some potential conflicts during a SAR mission

  • What is the proper radio term for "end of transmission. I expect a reply"?

  • What is an advantage of duplex/repeater?



  • Name some safety guidelines for a search near water?

  • Is recovering a body an urgent matter?



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

  • What are some problems with gadgets and gizmos in SAR?



  • How are multistory buildings searched?

  • Name two hazards in sewers.



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