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==== PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation) ====
 
==== PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation) ====
 
* 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled with stuff sack
 
* 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled with stuff sack
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== Personal Equipment ==
 
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Patrollers are required to have the following personal equipment when going on patrol.
 
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=== PACK===
 
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The pack itself should be large enough to accommodate the items mentioned below and approximately one-third of the [[Modular Equipment]] carried by patrollers. A minimum of 2500 cubic inches is recommended, but appropriate size will depend on your size and how you accommodate cold weather.
 
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=== MAP & COMPASS ===
 
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Each patroller must carry a map of the area being patrolled and a compass, preferably one which automatically adjusts for declination such as the Silva Ranger Type 15CL or Suunto MC 1D Professional. These models are available at REI for about $45. An integrated clinometer is also helpful for slope angle measurements.
 
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=== PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT ===
 
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Because much of the first-aid equipment we carry is contained in the Trauma Module described in [[Modular Equipment]], the individual patroller's first aid kit is limited to the following, which should be contained in a small organized kit such as those obtainable from Outdoor Research or Adventure Medical:
 
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* 1 CPR mask
 
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* 1 space blanket
 
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* 6 4in x 4in non-stick sterile dressings
 
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* 2 4" Kling bandages
 
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* 2 2" Kling bandages
 
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* 2 Kotex pads
 
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* several pair of latex examination gloves in your size
 
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* 4 cravats
 
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* assorted band-aids
 
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* betadine swabs
 
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* handi-wipes
 
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* penlight
 
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* 2-3 large safety pins
 
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* several small plastic bags
 
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* 1 zippered case for contents. The patrol offers both the OR zippered case and the contents for sale at wholesale cost.
 
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=== SPLINTS ===
 
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One SAM splint for OEC training. SAM splints for patient use are found in the Trauma Module (part of [[Modular Equipment]]).
 
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=== PERSONAL CLOTHING ===
 
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Your jacket, bibs, poncho, etc. for layering and weatherproofing yourself.
 
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=== WATER ===
 
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At least one liter of water for personal use and to assist patients or dehydrated skiers. If sharing your bottle
 
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with others is distasteful, carry two smaller bottles, or a cup.
 
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=== FOOD ===
 
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Your lunch, power bars, etc. Emergency food for patients is found in the [[Modular Equipment|Stove Module]].
 
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=== TARP ===
 
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A small tarp with grommets for keeping patients warm and dry. REI sells one for about $10.
 
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=== HEADLAMP ===
 
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REI sells one for under $20. Pro-deals are available for headlamp purchases from Petzl.
 
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=== PERSONAL SLED KIT ===
 
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Equipment for pulling the portable sled, which includes:
 
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* 16-18 feet of 1" tubular webbing (for a swami belt)
 
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* 20' of 6 or 7mm perlon (for haul or tail rope)
 
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* 2 locking carabiners (to attach rope to sled and swami belt)
 
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* small stuff sack for above items
 
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The patrol offers this item at wholesale cost.
 
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=== AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER ===
 
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Patrol supplied during candidacy if you don't have one. Each member must have a transceiver by the
 
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beginning of the second year of membership.
 
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=== SNOW SHOVEL ===
 
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Model with detachable handle; patrol supplied if you don't have one.
 
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=== OTHER ESSENTIALS ===
 
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* pocket knife (preferably one with a locking blade)
 
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* matches in waterproof container
 
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* whistle
 
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* length of parachute cord
 
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* personal prusik cord
 
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* toilet paper
 
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* plastic bags, poop-tube, or WAG bags for human waste
 

Revision as of 14:55, 11 January 2009

Tahoe Backcountry Ski Patrol Manual

Contents

Patrol Equipment Modules

Patrol Equipment Assignments

Patrol Equipment Modules should be assigned by predetermined roles for each patroller.

  • Patrol Leader (leader, communications)
    • Bendix/King or ICOM Radio
    • Spare B/K radio battery (rechargeable)
    • Blanket
    • Repair/Fire/Signal Module
    • Forms Module
  • Second Patroller (OEC leader)
    • Bendix/King or ICOM Radio
    • Trauma Module
    • Airway Administration Module
  • Third Patroller (navigation, general assistance)
    • Radio (BK or ICOM)
    • Blanket
    • Megamid Tent (in cold or inclement weather)
  • Fourth Patroller (general assistance)
    • Radio (BK or ICOM)
    • KTD Kit
  • Fifth Patroller (general assistance)
    • Radio (BK or ICOM)
    • Share load from other patrollers


Patrol Equipment Modules

The following equipment modules are provided by the patrol. Patrollers are required to divide up and carry the following modular units:

FORMS MODULE

  • 1 Patrol Leader checklist for area
  • 2 Patrol Reports
  • 4 incident reports
  • 2 SAR initiation forms
  • 1 ballpoint pen
  • 1 EMT pad
  • 1 plastic envelope for contents

TRAUMA MODULE

For treating more serious injuries.

  • 1 paramedic shears
  • 1 tweezers
  • 4 kotex pads
  • vaseline gauze
  • 10 4" x 4" dressings
  • 2 2" Kling bandages
  • 6 4" Kling bandages
  • 2 6" Kling bandages
  • 1 3" Ace bandage
  • 1 6" Ace bandage
  • 2 rolls 2" adhesive tape
  • 1 roll 2" Coban
  • 4 plastic bags
  • 6 1" fabric bandages
  • 12 assorted butterfly bandages
  • 12 assorted steri-strips
  • 4 eye pads
  • 2 bottles saline solution
  • 6 bags sugar
  • alcohol preps
  • Betadine preps
  • green soap preps
  • 4 large safety pins
  • 4 tongue depressors
  • 2 SAM splints
  • 1 50" nylon cord for traction
  • 1 zippered case for contents

AIRWAY MANAGEMENT MODULE

  • 1 set oral airways
  • Nasel airways
  • Suction syringe
  • 1 disposable adult bag-valve mask
  • 1 V-VAC handle and new cartridge
  • V-VAC carry bag for contents

TENT MODULE (for patient care)

  • 1 Megamid
  • 1 stuff sack for contents

REPAIR / FIRE / SIGNAL MODULE

For repairing equipment in the field.

  • 1 2 oz. plastic bottle containing:
    • assorted binding screws
    • 4 hose clamps (for pole repairs)
    • 1 glue gun stick
    • 2 wooden golf tees
    • 2 sets portable sled screws, lock washers and wing nuts
    • 2 1" Fastex buckles
    • 2 3/4" Fastex buckles
    • 2 Leki pole tips
    • 2 Leki twist locks
  • 1 adjustable screwdriver with posi-drive and slotted blades
  • 1 pad #0 steel wool for filler material
  • 1 roll strapping tape
  • 2 lengths of 6" aluminum flashing (rolled) for pole repairs
  • 1 lighter (to melt glue gun stick)
  • 1 hacksaw blade
  • 1 spare binding set
  • 50 feet of parachute cord
  • 1 smoke flare
  • 1 whistle
  • 1 small roll surveyor's tape
  • 1 Fire Starter Kit
    • matches in waterproof container
    • lighter
    • fatwood kindling in plastic wrap
    • 2 pads #000 steel wool
    • fire starter
    • 1 stuff sack for contents
  • 1 zippered bag for contents

PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation)

  • 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled with stuff sack
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