Rescue Technician: Wilderness Search And Rescue I/II

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1 Rescue Technician: Wilderness Search And Rescue I/II Skill Sheet Package Based on NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications, 2013 Edition. Alabama Fire College February 2015 Revised 02/10/17

2 Alabama Fire College RT: Wilderness I/II Instructional JPR Verification Sheet Full Name: Fire Department: This Instructional JPR Verification Sheet is to be used in conjunction with the Alabama Fire College Wilderness Rescue Level I Skill Sheets. These skills meet all the requirements of NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications, 2013 edition. Each of these skills should be taught and assessed during the course. This form must be submitted by the Instructor for Certification. Skill Sheet Primary Task JPR(s) Covered RT: Wilderness Level I RT:W1-01 Conducting an Interview (Search Urgency Form) RT:W1-02 Collecting Evidence RT:W1-03 SAR Preparedness & SAR Pack Check RT:W1-04 Wilderness Navigation RT:W1-05 Emergency Shelter RT:W1-06 Collect/Purify Water RT:W1-07 Identify Food Source RT:W1-08 SAR Resources RT:W1-09 Locate Victim (Lost Person Profile) RT:W1-10 Medical Care RT:W1-11 Victim Transport RT: Wilderness Level II RT:W2-01 Profile Development RT:W2-02 Incident Action Plan RT:W2-03 Incident Management Course Location: Course Dates: Instructor Printed Name: Instructor Signature: Candidate Printed Name: Candidate Signature: Alabama Fire College Revised 02/10/2015

3 Compass Course Beginning at UTM Grid coordinate Follow a bearing of degrees Follow a bearing of degrees Follow a bearing of degrees Follow a bearing of degrees distance distance distance distance Team Member Date

4 CONDUCTING AN INTERVIEW , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-01 The candidate, given witness recording forms, will conduct an interview, obtain information for lost person profile and determine point last seen and search urgency. 1. Obtains lost person questionnaire or equivalent documentation - CRITICAL POINT 2. Interviews witness(es) using appropriate interviewing techniques 3. Determines possible location 4. Identifies habits/behaviors of lost person 5. Determines mental and physical condition of victim 6. Obtains clothing description 7. Obtains description/appearance of victim 8. Establishes/completes/determines subject profile 9. Completes search urgency form/profile -CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 6/9 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS. Score: /9 Score: /9

5 CONDUCTING AN INTERVIEW , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-01 The candidate, given witness recording forms, will conduct an interview, obtain information for lost person profile and determine point last seen and search urgency.

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7 COLLECTING EVIDENCE NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-02 The candidate, given a scenario, scene, documentation and tool kit, will locate, interpret and properly collect evidence. 1. Notifies IC and obtains directions/permission to collect evidence -CRITICAL POINT 2. Determines relevance of evidence (interpret) 3. Properly documents and catalogs evidence, including location 4. Properly diagrams evidence location 5. Properly photographs evidence 6. Properly collects evidence using standard collection tools- CRITICAL POINT 7. Properly observes chain of custody -CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Re-Test Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Overall Skill Sheet Re-Test Score Fire College Evaluator, have followed AFC Testing Policies and have witnessed that the above candidate has tested the above skills in their entirety.

8 SAR PREPAREDNESS , 2013 Edition AFC & PSC Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-03 The candidate, shall demonstrate (verbalize) the ability to be prepared to work in a wilderness environment for a 24-hour period of time with proper equipment and be self- sustaining. The candidate shall provide the adequate SAR pack for inspection, which includes all of the required items as approved by the Alabama Fire College and IAW, the Alabama Fire College equipment list. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 15 minutes 1. Demonstrates the ability to prepare for wilderness navigation - CRITICAL POINT 2. Demonstrates the ability to prepare for orientation - CRITICAL POINT 3. Demonstrates the ability to prepare for wilderness survival - CRITICAL POINT 4. Produce SAR pack for inspection - CRITICAL POINT 5. Ensures all required items are present - CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3

9 ALABAMA FIRE COLLEGE SAR PACK LIST The following listed equipment is required for a 24-hour or ready pack. Items may be in the pack or on your person. Personal/Crew First Aid and Survival Kit 1 - Plastic bag, zip lock, qt. size, for kit 2 - Leaf bags, large 10 - Antacid tablets 1 - Moleskin 6 - Antiseptic cleansing pads 1 - Antiseptic ointment (tube) 6 - Band-Aids, various sizes 4 Sterile dressings (4x4 gauze) 4 Rolled gauze 2 - Pair of latex gloves 10- Acetaminophen/Aspirin tablets 16 storm proof matches 10- Antihistamine 1 - Lighter 1 - Razor blade, single edge safety type 1 - Duct tape, 5-10 ft. 1 Trauma shears 1 - Space type blanket 1 - Splinter forceps, tweezers 1 - Candle, long burning 10 - Water purification tablets or commercially approved purification device 1 - Whistle Personal/Crew SAR Equipment 1 - Pack, adequate to carry required equipment 4 - Bags, various sizes, zip lock 1 - Bandanna, handkerchief 1 - Cap or other headgear 2 - Carabiners, locking gate 1 - Clothes bag, waterproof 1 - Clothing, adequate for climate 1 - Clothing, extra set, suitable for climate 1 - Compass, orienteering 2 - Extra leaf bags 2 - Flagging tape, roll 1 - Flashlight or lantern 1 - Flashlight extra, extra batteries and bulb 1 - Footwear, sturdy, adequate for climate 1 - Grid reader (UTM) 1 - Gloves, suitable for environment 1 - Insect repellent 1 Multi-tool 1 - Lip balm, with sunscreen 1 - Measuring device, 18 in. minimum 1 - Metal cup or pot 1 - Mirror, small 1 - Nylon twine or small rope, 50 feet 1 Ranger beads or suitable substitute 1 - Pad and pencil 2 - Prusik cords (6mm 8mm; 6 ft. length) 1 - Rainwear, durable 1 - SAR identification 1 - Safety rope 75 ft. (one rescuer lifeline/ NFPA) 1-8x10 plastic or coated nylon/canvass tarp 1 - Socks, extra pair 1 - Sunscreen lotion 1 - Tissue paper or baby wipes 1 - Binoculars 1 Watch (not digital) 2 - Water containers, at least liter size 1 - Webbing, 1 tubular, length suitable for harness 1 - Wire, 5-10 ft., 14 gauge steel 20- Plastic tie wraps 2- Food (storable, non-perishable) Optional Recommended equipment 1 - Altimeter 1- Tracking stick Foam pad 1 - Gaiters 1 - Goggles, clear 1 - Rain cover, pack 1 - Sun glasses, 97% UV protection 1 - Protractor 1- Hand held GPS with extra batteries

10 WILDERNESS NAVIGATION , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-04 The candidate, given a map, communications equipment and navigation equipment, shall be able to identify and reach a specified location, conduct search patterns, identify and relay clues and information to command 1. Demonstrates the ability to read a map - CRITICAL POINT 2. Demonstrates the ability to use navigation equipment - CRITICAL POINT 3. Demonstrates the ability to measure distance in varied terrain 4. Demonstrates the ability to conduct search patterns 5. Demonstrates the ability to navigate around obstacles 6. Communicate finding(s) to Command Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6

11 EMERGENCY SHELTER , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-05 The candidate, will demonstrate the ability to construct an emergency shelter in the wilderness environment from existing natural resources, so that the rescuer is protected from the elements. 1. Selects appropriate area 2. Checks weather conditions 3. Obtains necessary materials 4. Constructs shelter suitable for protection from the environment 5. Constructs shelter with the provided equipment Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5

12 COLLECT/PURIFY WATER , 2013 Edition AFC & PSC Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-06 The candidate, given a natural source of water, will demonstrate the ability to collect and purify water in a wilderness environment. 1. Identifies appropriate water sources - CRITICAL POINT 2. Demonstrates the ability to collect water 3. Identifies water purification methods 4. Demonstrates the ability to use water filters and purifiers Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4

13 IDENTIFY FOOD SOURCE , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-07 The candidate will identify potential natural food sources in a wilderness environment. 1. Identify/collect appropriate natural food sources - CRITICAL POINT 2. Shows ability to prepare food 3. Utilizes edibility test - CRITICAL POINT 4. Demonstrates knowledge of rationing Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4

14 SAR RESOURCES , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-08 The candidate, given a scenario, will establish the need for specialized SAR resources in a wilderness environment. 1. Recognizes the need for additional/specialty SAR resource 2. Identifies the proper resource needed 3. Establishes and controls landing zones, boat launching/docking, etc. 4. Identifies risk factors and hazards - CRITICAL POINT 5. Assess fire protection needs as they pertain to landing zones Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5

15 LOCATE VICTIM , 2013Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-09 The candidate, given a scenario and lost person profile, will establish a search area and utilize necessary equipment and search tactics to locate a lost/missing person. 1. Utilizes lost person questionnaire - CRITICAL POINT 2. Establishes search area 3. Identifies appropriate search patterns 4. Identifies search tactics to be used 5. Utilizes communications equipment using appropriate technique- CRITICAL POINT 6. Demonstrates man-tracking skills 7. Utilizes active and passive search techniques 8. Communicates findings to others using a track ID form 9. Sign cutting tracking Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /9 Score: /9

16 MEDICAL CARE , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-10 The candidate, given a victim and basic medical equipment, will manage basic medical care of the victim in a wilderness environment. 1. Demonstrates the ability to assess medical need(s) of a victim - CRITICAL POINT 2. Provides appropriate medical care 3. Secures victim for transport 4. Monitors victim during transport Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4

17 VICTIM TRANSPORT , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness I RT: W-1-11 The candidate, given a scenario with a victim, will demonstrate the ability to package and transport a victim in a wilderness environment. 1. Identify/select appropriate transport equipment 2. Demonstrates ability to identify methods to reduce/prevent injuries 3. Identifies risk to rescuers 4. Assembles and operates environment-specific victim removal systems 5. Secures a victim to transport equipment Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including all CRITICAL POINT Score: /5 Score: /5

18 PROFILE DEVELOPMENT , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness II RT: W-2-01 The candidate, given victim information and collected evidence, will develop a profile so that a search plan can be developed and implemented. 1. Demonstrates the ability to interpret evidence 2. Conducts victim analysis 3. Evaluates present/future weather conditions 4. Develops search plan Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4

19 INCIDENT ACTION PLAN , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness II RT: W-2-02 The candidate, given an incident, size-up information, and local weather forecast and current conditions shall develop a wilderness rescue incident action plan so that the IMS is utilized, communication needs are addressed, existing and potential conditions are identified, the search area is designated, operational periods are identified, safety plans are developed, and objectives are established. 1. Conducts incident size up 2. Implements Incident Management System 3. Assesses/identifies need for special resource(s) 4. Creates required documentation 5. Develops Incident Action Plan (search area, operational periods, objectives) 6. Creates safety plan - CRITICAL POINT 7. Creates communications plan Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7

20 INCIDENT MANAGEMENT , 2013 Edition Rescue Technician: Wilderness II RT: W-2-03 The candidate, given a scenario and personnel, establishes IMS, identifies required SAR resources, and communicates rescue action plan and tasks. Candidate then allocates resources, stabilizes incident, assigns personnel, identifies and manages potential problems and provides accountability. 1. Implements Incident Management System 2. Evaluates incident 3. Evaluates personnel 4. Implements proper procedures 5. Demonstrates the ability to direct (communicates task(s), makes assignments) 6. Identifies/allocates needed SAR resources 7. Communicates rescue action plan 8. Ensures incident stabilization 9. Identify/manage potential problem(s) 10. Provides accountability Candidate must successfully perform 8/10 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score:_/10 Score:_/10