RESCUE MEMBER SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Note: Most items must be verified annually during monthly trainings or on actual missions. Also, the actual member task book outlines requirements to be identified as having Operational Intermediate, Operational Advanced, and technician level skill sets.

AWR = Awareness level

OB = Operational Basic

ADMIN TASKS

1.101	OB	Name all unit OLs and TLs
1.102	OB	Show phone numbers for office, OLs, TLs and other team members programmed onto cell phone (unless there is a good reason not to)
1.103	OB	Members identify any areas within these proficiencies that they need to work on.

AVALANCHE / WINTER OPERATIONS

3.101

OB

Has passed the pre-winter find tests. (Members who passed the buried beacon test for two years are exempt)

CRIME SCENE PRESERVATION

5.101	OB	Explain the procedure to follow in the event a clue is found that is believed to be connected with a search
5.102	OB	Describe the 3 procedures in packaging evidence
5.103	OB	Explain the concept of chain of command and its implications in presenting evidence at a trial
5.104	OB	Describe how evidence may become contaminated and the 2 steps to take to prevent contamination
5.105	OB	Demonstrate proper procedures for collecting a piece of evidence

DCSO POLICIES & PROCEDURES

6.101	OB	[Valley/Lake Member] Demonstrate proper procedure for deploying on a search at the valley/lake station
6.102	OB	[Valley/Lake Member] Demonstrate proper procedure for deploying on a rescue at the valley/lake station
6.103	OB	Demonstrate proper procedures for radio communications
6.104	OB	Has attended a code-3 response course
6.105	OB	Explain code-3 response protocols and correctly answer all questions regarding how vehicles should be driven when responding code-3
6.106	OB	Possesses required uniform
6.107	OB	Describe attendance requirements for rescue members and reserve members
6.108	OB	Describe procedure for using unit equipment for non-scheduled training
6.109	OB	Describe all Rescue Member and Reserve Member requirements

ELT SEARCH

7.101	OB	Describe all ELT frequencies used
7.102	OB	Orient a new L-Per and give the approximate magnetic direction to the beacon in REC and DF modes
7.103	OB	Orient an old L-Per and give the approximate magnetic direction to the beacon in REC and DF modes
7.104	OB	Explain how an old L-Per reacts as it gets closer to an ELT signal and what adjustments the operator must make.
7.105	OB	Explain how a new L-Per reacts as it gets closer to an ELT signal.
7.106	OB	Explain when and how calibration should be done and demonstrate the procedure for calibrating one of the new L-Per's
7.107	OB	Describe what type of battery is used in an old L-Per and demonstrate how to change the battery.
7.108	OB	Describe what type of battery is used in a new L-Per and demonstrate how to change the battery.
7.109	OB	Explain all 3 techniques for determining if an L-Per reading is good
7.110	OB	Explain at least 7 environmental factors that can effect readings and what to do about them.
7.111	OB	Explain 6 factors affecting compass accuracy
7.112	OB	Demonstrate taking a bearing for an L-Per operator in DF and REC modes
7.113	OB	Demonstrate accurate completion of an ELT work sheet

EQUIPMENT

8.101	OB	During an unannounced OL/TL equipment check during a training mission, demonstrate possession of equipment needed to perform search operations day and night in all weather conditions for a 24 hour period--including all equipment needed to build a basic shelter and survive an overnight stay in the back country.
8.102	OB	Identify the 6 basic PPE needed to operate during winter conditions

FIELD EXPERIENCE

9.101	OB	Actively deploy in 5 mock search scenarios that last over 2 hours in duration and 4 missions that last over 2 hours OR a combined total of 10 search scenarios and trainings lasting over 2 hours each.
9.102	OB	Spend a minimum of two hours actively participating in a thorough search during a field exercise or mission.
9.103	OB	Meet basic rescue member requirements as outlined in the policies and procedures.
9.104	OB	Respond to at least 2 winter events
		Deploy to each of the following areas during a mission or field training exercise
9.105	OB	         Sunrise Pass area
9.106	OB	         Andria – Spooner area
9.107	OB	         Heavenly
9.108	OB	         Pinenut 2 Road area
9.109	OB	         Carson River

FIRE EVACUATION

10.101	OB	Describe the 5 PPE required to work near a fire
10.102	OB	Explain the meaning of LCES
10.103	OB	Accurately complete an evacuation work sheet
10.104	OB	Attended basic fire evac/fire shelter class
10.105	OB	Explain sheltering in place and when it should be used.
10.106	OB	Deploy a fire shelter in less than 1 minute

HELICOPTER OPERATIONS

11.101	OB	Attend unit helicopter training course
11.102	OB	Describe the 4 considerations in the approach of a “hot” helicopter
11.103	OB	Identify A: safety hazards when working around a helicopter and B: the steps to mitigate the hazards (including added PPE)
11.104	OB	Identify criteria for ordering helicopter resources with and without approval of senior SO staff.
11.105	OB	Describe 5 helicopter hazards that ground resources should be looking for and communicating to helicopter crews
11.105	OB	Describe what steps should be taken to prepare a landing area on pavement, dirt, and snow.
11.107	OB	Describe the required touch down pad area, and safety circle diameter for each helicopter type
11.108	OB	Describe different helicopter type resources (I, II, III) and identify the helicopter type rating for: Long Horn, Care Flight, CALSTAR, CHP, NDF.
11.109	OI	Describe common communication frequencies with local helicopter resources
11.110	OI	Demonstrate ability to talk a helicopter into an LZ using plain English

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

12.101	OB	Has ICS-100 certificate of successful completion
12.102	OB	Has ICS-200 certificate of successful completion
12.103	OB	Has ICS-700 certificate of successful completion
12.104	OB	Identify 4 key tenets of ICS
12.105	OB	Explain personal role in an event under ICS
12.106	OB	Complete ICS forms 202, 204, and a Communications Log on a mission or training exercise
12.107	OB	Define all of the following: ICP, IC, OL, ICS, TL, POD, PLS, AMDR, IAP, POA, IPP, LKP

MAN TRACKING

14.101	OB	Create a detailed tracking report
14.102	OB	Demonstrate ability to track foot prints for 200 yards in soft soil
14.103	OB	Complete a 20 hr P.O.S.T. training course on man tracking or a 30 hr DCSAR tracking/sign cutting course
14.104	OB	Complete and document a minimum of 10 hours of man tracking practice each year

MEDICAL

15.101	OB	Has current CPR certification
15.102	OB	Attend Infections Disease Course (or refresher)
15.103	OB	Demonstrate ability to communicate with patient in a calm manner.
15.104	OB	Demonstrate ability to complete all paperwork and to assist another team member who has higher medical training
15.105	OB	Demonstrate understanding of treatment for shock
15.106	OB	Demonstrate understanding of preventing, treating and monitoring hypothermia
15.107	OB	Demonstrate understanding of the scope of medical care that he/she is capable of rendering while working in the capacity of a SAR Rescue Member
15.108	OB	Carries and demonstrates how to use equipment in a basic first aid kit.
15.109	OB	Explain HIPPA and its relevance to the unit including information that can be shared with unit members.

NAVIGATION

16.101	OB	Demonstrate ability to set a waypoint in a GPS from a point identified on a map
16.102	OB	Plot a position on a map from a UTM on a GPS
16.103	OB	Set a waypoint in a GPS using UTM coordinates
16.104	OB	Set a waypoint in a GPS using Long/Lat coordinates
16.105	OB	Convert a Long/Lat coordinate set to UTMs with the aid of a GPS
16.106	OB	Explain map datum's and give 2 practical implications for using a map and GPS together
16.107	OB	Demonstrate ability to orient a map with a compass and correlate 5 geographic features indicated on the map with those that are visible
16.108	OB	Identify a ridge, saddle, draw and peak on a map and in nature
		Identify all of the following geographic locations in Douglas County:
16.109	OB	         Job’s Peak
16.110	OB	         Monument Peak
16.111	OB	         Mt. Segal
16.112	OB	         Mt. Como
16.113	OB	         Mineral Peak
16.114	OB	         East Peak
16.115	OB	         Genoa Peak
16.116	OB	Demonstrate ability to act as a competent navigator in a truck including identifying to driver upcoming turns and intersections, estimating arrival time at various locations, and roughly following position on map with and without a GPS in a training or event
16.117	OB	Demonstrate ability to change batteries in GPS in the wilderness at night
16.118	OB	Given point X on a map, draw a magnetic bearing to point Y within a 3 degree accuracy

PATIENT PACKAGING / CARRYOUT

17.101	OB	Demonstrate an accurate hold on a C-Spine subject
17.102	OB	Demonstrate ability to maneuver an injured person onto a backboard with other team members under the direction of a medically qualified technician
17.103	OB	Demonstrate ability to carry a litter (with packaged patient) for ¼ mile with team members
17.104	OB	Demonstrate ability to maneuver a backboard (with packaged patient) into and out of a litter when working with a team
17.105	OB	Demonstrate ability to place a litter (with packaged patient) onto a litter carrier with a team
17.106	OB	Demonstrate ability to place a litter (with packaged patient) onto all unit litter carriers with a team
17.107	OB	Demonstrate ability to accurately tie and dress the following knots (cold--with no immediate prior practice):
17.108	OB	Describe all equipment and considerations for packaging and carrying out a patient
17.109	OB	Demonstrate ability to safely package a patient on a back board
17.110	OB	(IF FR medical or above) Has viewed the C-Collar instruction video
17.111	OB	(IF FR medical or above) Successfully demonstrate ability to apply a unit C-Collar to a patient
17.112	OB	Demonstrate how to size and secure a C-collar

PHYSICAL FITNESS

18.101	OB	Level C Physical Fitness: Complete a 4 mile hike on any section of the Rim trail within 3.5 hours OR some other activity that is clearly indicative of this fitness level as determined by one OL and a TL or second OL
18.201	OI	Level B Physical Fitness: Complete a 9 mile hike on the Rim Trail from Stagecoach to Monument Pass and return while carrying a 20+ pound pack in less than 6 hours OR some other activity that is clearly indicative of this fitness level as determined by one OL and a TL or second OL

PPE

19.101	OB	Own and explain the proper use of clothing needed for snow, rain and summer operations.
19.102	OB	During an unannounced spot check of gear, show that basic gear is prepared in accordance with policies and procedures
19.201	OI	Have properly configured pack for surviving 24 hours in freezing temperatures during winter training or callout event

ROPE RESCUE

21.001	AWR	Describe the situation where a rope and/or rope system is mandatory.
21.002	AWR	Describe 2 situations where a rope and/or rope system may be required
21.003	AWR	Identify 2 situations where people operating close to an edge should be tethered
21.003	AWR	Identify who has the authority to stop a technical rope rescue operation
21.004	AWR	Describe the 4 rules for working around rescue ropes
21.005	AWR	Demonstrate ability to work on a haul team
21.006	AWR	Distinguish a rescue rated carabineer from a personal rated carabineer
21.007	AWR	Successfully tie the following knots: Water knot, Overhand on a bite, Figure-8 on a bite, Figure-8 on a bend, Figure-8 follow through, Prussic hitch, Girth hitch, Clove hitch
21.101	OB	Pass all awareness level requirements (annually)
21.102	OB	Demonstrate ability to don a rescue harness

SAFETY

22.101	OB	Identify and describe 10 types of personal injury and physiological dangers.
22.102	OB	Identify and describe mitigation techniques for various environmental hazards including: sunburn, lightning, exposure (hot/cold) injuries, insect bites, poisonous plants, dangerous wildlife (snakes, bears, mountain lions)
22.103	OB	Identify and describe 2 safety mitigation techniques and issues regarding terrain hazards such as cliffs, avalanches, lakes, ice, moving water, floods, mines, wells, high winds.
22.104	OB	Identify and discuss the 2 primary safety mitigation techniques for dealing with man-made hazards such as animal traps, unfriendly residents in remote areas, attack dogs, and mines
22.105	OB	Identify the most important person in a search event
22.106	OI	OSHA 1910.120 and/or 1910.134(f) Respiratory Protection
22.107	OI	NFPA 472 Hazmat Awareness and/or OSHA 1910.120(q)(6)(i) training
22.108	OI	CERT (G-371) or equivalent for disaster related responses

SEARCH TECHNIQUES

23.101	OB	Define "hasty", "loose grid", and "tight grid" searches. Give one example for the use of each of these techniques
23.102	OB	Accurately describe all techniques used in the field when attempting to locate a subject while clearing a trail.
23.103	OB	Successfully complete DCSAR academy or mentoring program

TRAFFIC CONTROL / ROAD BLOCKS

27.101	OB	Demonstrate the safe lighting and extinguishing of a flare
27.102	OB	Demonstrate proper placement of at least 3 flares for a continuous burn
27.103	OB	Name the 3 signaling aids used in traffic control and describe when and how they are used
27.104	OB	Describe the most important point to keep in mind when controlling traffic at an intersection
27.105	OB	Name and demonstrate the 4 hand signals used when directing traffic and describe at least 3 characteristics for each
27.106	OB	Demonstrate the 4 hand signals for directing traffic
27.107	OB	Demonstrate ability to safely position self and direct traffic at an intersection for 5 minutes
27.108	OB	Describe techniques involved in closing off a road (consider all turn lanes)
27.109	OB	Explain the 4 points of directing traffic at a roadblock. Which is the most important point?
27.110	OB	Describe the three special conditions of traffic control and how to deal with them

VEHICLES / DRIVING

28.101	OB	Demonstrate safe 4WD driving on easy and moderate terrain
28.102	OB	Demonstrate proficient understanding of transmission and the ability to put every SAR truck into 4WD
28.103	OB	Demonstrate ability to safely use a tug’m strap to extract a vehicle
28.104	OB	Demonstrate ability to safely winch a truck using another truck.
28.105	OB	Demonstrate where to safely connect a winch to a truck
28.106	OB	Demonstrate the completion of a vehicle log sheet
28.107	OB	Demonstrate proper cleaning and storage of a vehicle
28.108	OB	Demonstrate tire chain installation
28.109	OB	Perform a monthly vehicle check
28.110	OB	Perform a monthly vehicle inventory

WATER RESCUE

29.001	AWR	Identify all required PPE for working in warm and hot zones
29.002	AWR	Identify 6 potential hazards when working in a flooded area
29.003	AWR	Identify basic safety considerations that must be made in every water rescue
29.004	AWR	Explain the meaning of river right and river left
29.005	AWR	Demonstrate ability to correctly assemble and inflate all unit rafts
29.006	AWR	Demonstrate ability to correctly assemble and inflate all unit kayaks
29.007	AWR	Demonstrate proper storage of all swift water equipment in tech rescue vehicles
29.008	AWR	Assess a water rescue scene according to unit standards.
29.009	AWR	Accurately communicate information to the IC-–including victim situation, location, current resources, events likely to occur if nothing is done, what resources are required
29.010	AWR	Describe cold, warm, and hot zones and the training requirements to proficiently operate in each
29.011	AWR	Explain the PPE required to work in the warm and hot zones