SAR Fundamentals/Survival skills/Question bank

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1

What are some good fire starters?

  • dryer lint
  • duct tape
  • matches
  • lighters

2

Name some ways you can signal for help.

  • fire
  • smoke
  • movement
  • signal mirror
  • lights
  • flares

3

How many times do you repeat any signal to call for help?

3

4

What are the 6 rules of 3's

You need

  • a positive mental attitude within 3 seconds
  • air within 3 minutes
  • shelter/clothing within 3 hours
  • rest within 30 hours
  • water within 3 days
  • food within 3 weeks

5

Name 3 things fire can do

  • light a signal
  • dry clothing
  • provide warmth
  • cook food
  • purify water
  • boost morale

6

How many ways of starting fire should you have in your ready pack?

At least two.

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