2012-02 SAR Fundamentals/Tasks

Work to do in preparation for course

(generic to do list)
 * develop case studies (Komlodi, Koopmans)
 * contingency plan for SAR being called out during course
 * queue powerpoint presentations
 * configure to play videos from laptop


 * arrange snacks and/or lunches - Fraser
 * organize mock search - Eric


 * buy, order, gather, print consumables


 * arrange for and prepare the aids (support material) for each section
 * handouts for each section


 * stretcher, webbing for lashing, carry


 * update this generic list from the course's list
 * publish deadline for registration 1 week before 1st weekend
 * schedule first weekend at least 1 week after regular training night in month to allow last minute registrations


 * need short filler material (approx 15 min each) when get through material ahead of time
 * consider anecdotes
 * consider short presentation on material not normally included


 * incorporate being on time as part of the training


 * record certificates in database


 * note updates to make for next year
 * Eve 4 is light on material
 * Survival section is both assigned reading and lecture

done

 * (done) pick dates
 * (done) consult with organizer of mock search
 * (done) create wiki pages
 * (done) customize the announcement
 * (done) distribute the announcement as indicated
 * (done) order text books
 * (done) announce to avalanche contacts


 * (done) find co-instructors/volunteers - Brett
 * instructors:
 * Chris: yes
 * Bryan: yes
 * Michael: requested, uncertain
 * Roy: yes
 * Janet: yes
 * Ron: yes
 * Eric: yes
 * Spencer: yes
 * Yvonne/Alieza: yes
 * Karl: yes
 * event facilitator: Fraser: yes


 * facilitator
 * (done) book room
 * (not) book riding arena for Type 4 search
 * (done) pick up room key
 * bring refreshments
 * arrange lunches
 * pick up lunches


 * (done) plan mock search
 * (not) order log books
 * (not) order maps
 * (not) order improved instructional material
 * (not) order incentives
 * (done) arrange for and prepare the aids (support material) for each section
 * (done) name place cards (tent cards)
 * (done) make online ICS 100 course a prerequisite and focus on only how applies to SAR
 * (done) break up navigation sections -- 4 hour long loses student concentration
 * (done) refine map & compass schedule


 * (done) arrange wireless access at classroom


 * (done) check/get index cards
 * (done) flip chart paper 24" (27"?) x 36"
 * (done) pencils
 * (done) map quality erasers


 * (done) verify multimedia setup
 * (done) hanging white sheets
 * (done) assigned reading folder
 * (not) arrange access to riding arena for Type 4 search
 * (done) recruit critique chair
 * (done) order/print certificates
 * (done) determine fitness handling
 * (done) set up ICS exam


 * (done) invite PCSAR mock participants
 * (done) set up review section
 * (done) print course schedules for instructors
 * (done) organize folder, overhead slides for each section
 * (not) email reminder of prep for conditions
 * (done) students that didn't sign out from day 3


 * (done) get overhead box
 * (done) get overhead projector
 * (done) get maps from SARCAR
 * (done) pick up key
 * (done) pick up GPSs
 * (done) pick up VHF & FRS radios