SAR Rescue 20120519 145648 Bidville Rd

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May 20, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

New Map at Crawford County EOC

Van Buren City – Crawford County – Arkansas State

April 26, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

The SAR Tech Prayer

The SAR Tech Prayer

Almighty God,

Instill in me the discipline to be ready for the call, anywhere, anytime.

Give me your speed in my response, keen vision to find those in need of my skills, the wisdom of those who have served before me, the courage to face fear and overcome it, and the strength to bring the fallen home.

And Dear Lord, send your angels to watch over, protect and comfort my family and my crew when I cannot.

. . . That Others May Live.  Amen

April 20, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

Crawford County SAR – Team Leaders/Members

Crawford County SAR – Team Leaders/Members

Medical Training

Alpha Team – Steve Tanersley (Team Leader)

1. David Sharp
2. Ron Stout
3. Jim Gist
4. Courtney Crawford
5. Karen Jones
6. Dave Roberts

Bravo Team – Michael Brammer (Team Leader)

1. Jacob Gramlich
2. Max Garrett
3. Chad Ewald
4. Michael Hines
5. Brian Kimes
6. Justin Hamilton
7. Shawn Gilstrap
8. Theresa Gilstrap

Charlie Team – Barron Small (Team Leader)

1. Dylan Jones
2. Ricky Davis
3. Sara Davis
4. Jo Wester
5. Sam Oliver
6. Margo Capps
7. Brad Thomas
8. Branson Pyle

Delta Team – Tony Townsend (Team Leader)

1.  Marcy Townsend
2. Bret Parmatory
3. Dale Gilstrap
4. Roshelle Gilstrap
5. Eugene Reese
6. Michael Aleck

Echo Team – Ty Lowry (Team Leader)

1.  Michael Harris
2. Sandy Johnson
3. Donnie Block
4. Mary Armer
5. J. B. Armer
6. Heather Moore
7. Hannah Riordan

Foxtrot Team – (Team Leader)

1. Frank DeMarco
2. Matthew Langley

Hotel Team – Jerry Couch (Team Leader)

1.  Brenda Couch
2. Jeff Turner
3. Elyse Turner
4. Joe Feyen
5. Ralph Wilkin
6. Dave Thomas
7. Chu (Peter) Le

Kilo Team – Carol Phillips (Team Leader)

1. Mosie Boyd

Non-Active CCSAR Reserve List

1. Joshua Moore
2. Robin Moore

April 3, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

NASAR SARTECH II MINIMUM PERSONAL EQUIPMENT LIST

NASAR SARTECH II MINIMUM PERSONAL EQUIPMENT LIST

The following equipment is commonly compiled to form what is referred to as a “24-hour ready pack”.  Such a pack holds those items that will assist the holder in functioning safely, effectively, and efficiently during a SAR incident.  Some items may be carried on a belt, in pockets, or strapped to the person.  This is the minimum equipment is recommended to be carried on all missions in non-urban or wilderness areas.  You local requirements may vary.  Consult a physician for recommendations about analgesics and other drugs that you may carry in the SAR pack.

EVERY ITEM ON THIS LIST MUST BE PRESENT FOR THE CANDIDATE TO PASS THIS STATION OF THE SARTECH II SKILLS EXAMINATION.  THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.

Those marked in blue are for day packs.

Personal First Aid and Survival Kit

1 – Plastic bag, zip lock, qt. size, for kit                         8 – Matches in a waterprof container

4 – Acetaminophen or aspirin tablets                           1 – Moleskin

4 – Antacid tablets                                                              2 – Quarters for phone call

2 – Antiseptic cleansing pads                                           1 – Razor blade, single edge safety type

1 – Antiseptic ointment                                                     1 – Roller gauze bandage

6 – Band aids, various sizes                                              2 – Safety pins, large

1 – Candle, long burning                                                  1 – Splinter forceps, tweezers

2 – Cotton swabs, non sterile                                           1 – Space type blanket

                                                                                                       or space type sleeping bag

1 – Duct tape, 5-10 ft                                                         1 – Towlette, clean

1 – Leaf bag, large                                                              1 – Whistle

(Non-Urban) Personal SAR Equipment

1 – Pack, 1800 cubic inch (minimum)                       1 – Measuring device, 18 in minimum

4 – Bags, various sizes, zip locked                                  1 – Metal cup or pot

1 – Bandanna, handkerchief                                          1 – Mirror, small

1 – Cap or other headgear                                               1 – Nylon twine or small rope, 50 feet

2 – Carabiners, locking gate                                          1 – Pad and pencil

1 – Clothes bag, waterproof                                            2 – Prusik cords (6mm-8mm; 6 ft length)

1 – Clothing, adequate for climate                               1 – Rainwear, durable

1 – Compass, orienteering                                               1 – SAR personal identification

1 – Flagging tape, roll                                                       1 – Shelter Material, 8×10 plastic or

                                                                                                      coated nylon

1 – Flashlight or lantern                                                  1 – Scissors, multi-purpose

1 – 1 – Flashlight extra, extra batteries and blub     1 – Socks, extra pair

1 – Footwear, sturdy, adequate for climate               1 – Sunscreen lotion

1 – Gloves, durable, even in summer                          1 – Tissue paper or baby wipes

                                                                                                      (recommended)

1 – Goggles or eye protection, clear                              1 – Tracking stick, 42″ long

1 – Insect repellent                                                            1 – Watch

1 – Knife, multi-purpose                                                  1 – Water containers, at least liter size

1 – Lip balm, with sunscreen                                         1 – Webbing, 1″ tubular – length suitable for

                                                                                                      harness

1 – Wire, 5-10 ft, woven steel                                         8 – Wire ties, plastic, self locking

Optional Personal Support Equipment Recommended but Not Required

2 – Antihistamine, 25mg Benadryl                             1 – Rain cover, pack

2 – Extra leaf bags                                                             1 – Sterno or stove

1 – Extra water container                                               1 – Sun glasses, 97% UV protection

1 – Foam pad                                                                       1 – Trail snacks

2 – Food, nonperishable                                                   1 – Water purification tabs

1 – Gaiters 

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April 3, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

ARKANSAS SEARCH MANAGEMENT CLASSES

ARKANSAS SEARCH MANAGEMENT CLASSES

HOSTED BY FRANKLIN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

FUNDING ASSISTANCE FROM ADEM WITH PROCEEDS FROM A DHS GRANT

LOCATION:  All classes will be held at Arkansas Tech University – Ozark Campus (ATOC) located at 1700 Helberg Lane in Ozark (15 S VV 23522845)

3) CLASS:  Robert Koester’s LOST PERSON BEHAVIOR (LPB) (20 hours)

DATE:  Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2012 beginning at 08:00 hours each morning and ending at 12 noon on Sunday 27th.

CLASS LIMIT:  24

4) CLASS:  Robert Koester’s LOST PERSON BEHAVIOR – TTT (4 hours)

DATE:  Sunday May 27th beginning at 13:00 hours and ending at 17:00 hours

CLASS LIMIT:  12

5) CLASS:  NASAR MANAGING THE LOST PERSON INCIDENT (MLPI) (32 hours)

DATE:  Saturday June 30th and Sunday July 1st and Saturday July 14th and Sunday July 15th, 2012

CLASS LIMIT:  24

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

1) If you want to attend one of these classes please contact your Local Emergency Management Coordinator for registration details.

2) Generally, we are hoping to get a mix of attendees from all regions of Arkansas to attend these classes so we can help develop trained search managers and search management instructors throughout the state.

3) For the TTT classes we are encouraging persons to apply who have instructor experience and are willing to commit the time to provide the class locally and to their region of the state.

4) For more information, please all Fred Mullen at 479-209-0818 or Melissa Roof at 479-209-7779

April 1, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

CCSAR Hard Hats

CCSAR Members are asked that they purchase a helmet for use while out on searches.  With past ice and insect damages to forest trees, the use of hard hats would be a safety issue.  We do not have funds to purchase everyone a hard hat, but if you are not able to purchase your own $15 wide brim white color hard hat, see Steven Gann.  We have some CERT helmets in storage that can be issued out to Search and Rescue team members.

The photo above is only an example of the stickers that have been found and placed on a helmet.  If you purchase your own helmet, why not pick the white color so we all match and place stickers on them as you prefer.  This looks so professional …

Technical Rescue Team Members will still utilize the Yellow Color USAR / Swift Water Helmets that is available on our Search and Rescue Trailer.

March 16, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment

New Members to CCSAR

Please welcome the following to our Search and Rescue organization:

1. Chau (Peter) Le
2. Michael Aleck
3. Justin Hamilton
4. Theresa Gilstrap
5. Shawn Gilstrap
6. Brad Thomas
7. Frank DeMarco
8. Matthew Langley
9. Hannah Riordan

If you would like to become a member of our Search and Rescue organization please download our ON-LINE CCSAR APPLICATION, print (see link below) then turn in your application to the Crawford County Search And Rescue, 1820 Chestnut Street, Van Buren, AR.

March 16, 2012 Posted by ccsar | Uncategorized | Leave a Comment