Radios
The button used to engage communications on a radio
Push to Talk (PTT)
The maneuver to perform on a choking victim
The Heimlich maneuver
Explain how to orient a compass
Put the desired bearing on the central arrow of the compass and line up the north markers.
Demonstrate how to signal an aircraft to stop
X
A formation to cover a large amount of space in a coordinated search.
Search Line
Something that increases the range of a radio
Repeater
Explain the layering principle and why it works
Layers trap more heat and wick moisture, keeping you warmer than one bulky item
Describe how to navigate past an obstacle
Halt, record current pace count, turn 90 degrees, count steps in that direction, move past, turn back 90 degrees, and do the same pace count to get back to the original line, and turn 90 degrees to continue
Demonstrate how to signal an aircraft to turn right
point with one arm and use the other to signal to move.
Explain how to use a signal mirror
point the mirror towards the desired object or person and manipulate it so the bright spot is on the target.
Three levels of distress calls
Securite
Pan Pan
Mayday
Three signs of heat cramps
Severe muscle cramps, Weakness, Dizziness
Identify three terrain types found on a topographical map
Hill - a point or small area of high ground. Depicted by contour lines forming concentric circles.
Valley - terrain goes up in three directions and down in one
Ridge - A line of high ground with height variations along its crest. Terrain slopes down in three directions and up in one.
Saddle - A dip or low point
Depression - a low point or hole in the ground. Terrain goes up in all directions.
Demonstrate how to signal an aircraft to start its engine
Point to the aircraft and spin your hand.
Explain how to conduct a hasty search
Determine the area to search, hazards, rally point, jobs, and procedures if lost. also be sure to divide the team into sections and make a communication plan.
Transmitting between radios on the same signal
Simplex
Symptoms of fatugue and how to prevent it
Symptoms: Inability to concentrate, Slurring words, incomplete sentences and speech patterns, Bloodshot eyes and haggard expressions, Inability to walk properly, Drooping eyelids, and False energy or slaphappiness
Treatments: Take frequent breaks, Eat light snacks throughout the day, Change seating in vehicles, Rest whenever possible, Sleep, Don't engage in unnecessary physical activity, and the Buddy system
Explain how to convert between map and compass azimuths
find the magnetic variation and add or subtract it from true north.
East is least, West is best
What are two things you should NEVER do on a flightline?
Walk backward, horesplay, etc.
Briefly explain how to secure a site
Place personnel along a perimeter (at least eye sight distance) and use caution tape to outline if possible. If anyone attempts to enter, advise them to turn away and if instructions are ignored, call the police. Rotate cadets in and out in shifts.
Name 5 prowords and their meanings
Ex: Affirmative, Out, Read back, Roger, Say again, Wilco, etc...
A person is suffering from symptoms of hypothermia in the woods, and help is very far out. How should you go about treating them?
Create shelter, remove wet clothing, provide drinks (warm if possible), and warm them up steadily.
explain how to use a map to find an ELT signal
Where should you stand in relation to an aircraft when marshalling?
On the outside of the turn and in view of the pilot
An airplane flies directly over your vehicle from rear to front, revving the engine. it then turns left near the road. It then circles the team and heads away in a straight line, wagging its wings before making a left hand turn over an area. What is trying to be communicated?
Follow me, turn onto this road, and the search area is in this direction, over here