SAR TECH III Introduction to Search and Rescue Study Guide Questions With Complete Solutions.

SEARCH M A NAGEM ENT CONSULTA NTS


S A R T E C H II I I n t ro d u c t i o n to S earch and Rescue
S T U D Y GUID E Q UE ST IO NS WITH COM PLET E S OLUT IO NS .

Introduction to Search and Rescue is a course offered by the National Association
of Search and Rescue (NASAR). Search Management Consultants has developed this
study guide to assist the student with the applicable knowledge objectives necessary for
the course. This study guide is not intended to replace the Introduction to Search and

Rescue textbook.


TESTING M ETH ODS:

Written Test: The test will consist of 75 multiple choice questions based on the Type III
SAR TECH knowledge objectives. Passing score is 70%.


C HAP TER I. I NTR ODUCTION TO S EARCH A ND R ESCUE

a. Define the following terms:
1. Search –


2. Rescue –



b. Define the four core elements of a SAR event:
1. Locate –


2. Access –


3. Stabilize –


4. Transport –



c. Define the following components of SAR operations:
1. Preplanning
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, 2. Notification



3. Planning/Strategy



4. Tactics/Suspension



5. Critique




d. List the major responsibilities for search and rescue for the following:
1. US Air Force



2. US Coast Guard



3. Federal Aviation Administration



4. Civil Air Patrol



5. State SAR Authorities



6. Local SAR Authorities




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