"Search and Rescue" CERT Class

Effective search and rescue operations hinge on: ? Effective sizeup ? Rescuer safety ? Victim safety This class focuses on the components of an effective search and rescue operation -sizeup, search, and rescue - and the methods and techniques that rescuers can use to locate and safely remove victims. UNIT OBJECTIVES At the end of this unit, you should be able to: ? Identify sizeup requirements for potential search and rescue situations. ? Describe the most common techniques for searching, both interior and exterior. ? Use safe techniques for debris removal and victim extrication. ? Describe ways to protect rescuers during search and rescue operations. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZltt5NvvUM