New to SAR/Intro to SAR/Basic Searcher
Information session for WHGSAR/Optional
We offer an information session for those wishing to join WHGSAR. Here is a PDF of the PPT file used as part of the presentation. |
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New to SAR Steps...
- Get paperwork done with WHGSAR and RCMP background check
- Start training with us! Minimum gear needed list?
- Complete SAR/Basic Searcher Session
- Complete ICS 100 online course
- The Searcher's Pack?
SAR/Basic Searcher 2 Hour Session Required of all new members
This session is a 1.5 to 2 hour session where each new member of the team will be presented with an introduction to SAR operations which will include: callout procedures, organization of a search, expectations for team members during a search, working with the media, equipment, and types of searches.
As a new member you will need to attend this session and you may come with any hiking gear that you may have, but you do not need to come equipped for a search as it is an introductory session.
As a new member you will also need to complete an ICS 100 online self study course available through the province. Email [email protected] or call 902 424 5620 and let them know you are part of West Hants Search and Rescue. Remember to print off your certificate for the records.
Location: indoor training session
Timing: 1.5 to 2 hours
Equipment: no special equipment required, but participants are encouraged to bring or wear what SAR clothes and gear they have already.
The presentation used for the Introduction to SAR is posted here. This session is intended to provide new members with an introduction to SAR organization, media protocols, human rights as it applies to SAR, SAR procedures and methods, and to SAR personal equipment.
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The SAR Pack
- The first gear list consists of the items in yellow and is the minimum expected of members who plan to be qualified as searchers or to attend a search. Members are not expected to have all the items immediately, nor to have all the clothing at first, but members are expected to work towards having a full set of non-cotton search clothing, sturdy footwear and the minimum gear list.
- The second gear list is a more comprehensive gear list.
whgsar_minimum_equipment_list_for_outdoor_training.docx | |
File Size: | 18 kb |
File Type: | docx |
whgsar_suggested_searching_equipment_list.docx | |
File Size: | 24 kb |
File Type: | docx |