Ropes & Knots
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Ropes
A rope is an indispensable lifeline for a climber, rescuer, etc. It is one of the few elements...
Requirements For Ranger Status
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Ranger applicants must have the following upon application. This ensures a well-rounded expert in the emergency services field. Upon acceptance...
Glossary and Acronyms
Search & Rescue and Disaster
Please note that the following definitions are for reference purposes. They may or may not reflect the definitions used in certain...
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Driving In Emergencies and Disasters
Disaster driving! In times of emergency, people often react incorrectly, either staying with or abandoning their cars at the wrong time. This mistake, can...
Why Search and Rescue?
Being lost or in need of rescue is a terrifying experience. It can also lead to a slow and horrible death. The United...
The U.S. SAR Task Force
The U.S. SAR Task Force Mission Statement
Dedication - Perseverance - Service - “Working Together, So Others May Live”
The United States Search and Rescue...
THE FEMA CERT PROGRAM
"Working Together, So Others May Live"
Community Emergency Response Team
(CERT)
Following a major disaster or emergency, public safety personnel may not be able to meet all...
Critical Incident Stress Management Team
Critical Incident Stress (like the illusion background on this page) can be very deceiving, hence the necessity of the CISM team. The United States...
Dogs In Search & Rescue
Most of us have seen search and rescue dogs locating lost children on television shows. On TV, dogs use any means possible to find...
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