The requirements to become a Search & Rescue Responder will vary from group to group, some basic criteria that are required for all SAR Responders is:
- Applicants must be 18 year or older; and
- Standard First Aid; and
- Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Checks from your local law enforcement agency; and
- Make a minimum commitment of service to the group of your choice.
Basic Search & Rescue training will be provided by your group and will include topics such as:
- Map & GPS navigation
- Introduction to Tracking
- Basic Casualty treatment & transport
- Search Types & Tactics
- Evidence handling
- 24 hour survival
- Radio procedure
- Introduction to Incident command systems
- Essential camp fire lighting methods
- Back-country camp shelter construction
- Plus many more
To find the Search & Rescue group closest to you please visit the Area of Operations map.