SAR Fundamentals/Cold weather/Question bank

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Q: Name two types of avalanches?

A:

  • loose snow (powder) avalanche
  • slab avalanche


Q: On a SAR operation, do you need to have license to operate a snowmobile or quad?

A: yes


Q: Name some necessary considerations when planning a snowmobile SAR response?

A:

  • weather consideration
  • terrain consideration
  • seasonal considerations
  • access considerations
  • avalanche considerations