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= Required Patrol Equipment =
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== Patrol Equipment Modules ==
  
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== Personal Equipment ==
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=== Patrol Equipment Assignments ===
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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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Patrol Equipment Modules should be assigned by predetermined roles for each patroller.
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The pack itself should be large enough to accommodate the items mentioned below and approximately one-third
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of the [[Modular Equipment]] carried by patrollers. A minimum of 2500 cubic
+
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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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* Patrol Leader (leader, communications)
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Each patroller must carry a map of the area being patrolled and a compass, preferably one which
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** Bendix/King or ICOM Radio
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automatically adjusts for declination such as the Silva Ranger Type 15CL or Suunto MC 1D Professional. These
+
** Spare B/K radio battery (rechargeable)
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models are available at REI for about $45. An integrated clinometer is also helpful for slope angle measurements.
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** Blanket
 +
** Repair/Fire/Signal Module
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** Forms Module
  
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=== PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT ===
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* Second Patroller (OEC leader)
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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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** Bendix/King or ICOM Radio
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* 1 CPR mask
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** Trauma Module
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* 1 space blanket
+
** Airway Administration Module
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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
+
−
* handi-wipes
+
−
* penlight
+
−
* 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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* Third Patroller (navigation, general assistance)
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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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** Radio (BK or ICOM)
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** Blanket
 +
** Megamid Tent (in cold or inclement weather)
  
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=== PERSONAL CLOTHING ===
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* Fourth Patroller (general assistance)
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Your jacket, bibs, poncho, etc. for layering and weatherproofing yourself.
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** Radio (BK or ICOM)
 +
** KTD Kit
  
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=== WATER ===
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* Fifth Patroller (general assistance)
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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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** Radio (BK or ICOM)
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with others is distasteful, carry two smaller bottles, or a cup.
+
** Share load from other patrollers
  
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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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=== Patrol Equipment Modules ===
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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
+
−
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
+
−
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.
+
−
=== OTHER ESSENTIALS ===
+
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* pocket knife (preferably one with a locking blade)
+
−
* matches in waterproof container
+
−
* whistle
+
−
* length of parachute cord
+
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* personal prusik cord
+
−
* toilet paper
+
−
* plastic bags, poop-tube, or WAG bags for human waste
+
−
 
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== Modular Patrol Equipment ==
+
 
The following equipment modules are provided by the patrol.
 
The following equipment modules are provided by the patrol.
 
Patrollers are required to divide up and carry the following modular units:
 
Patrollers are required to divide up and carry the following modular units:
  
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=== TRAUMA MODULE ===
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==== FORMS MODULE ====
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* 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
 +
 
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==== TRAUMA MODULE ====
 
For treating more serious injuries.
 
For treating more serious injuries.
  
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* 1 50" nylon cord for traction
 
* 1 50" nylon cord for traction
 
* 1 zippered case for contents
 
* 1 zippered case for contents
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=== AIRWAY MANAGEMENT MODULE ===
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 +
==== AIRWAY MANAGEMENT MODULE ====
 
* 1 set oral airways
 
* 1 set oral airways
 
* Nasel airways
 
* Nasel airways
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* 1 V-VAC handle and new cartridge
 
* 1 V-VAC handle and new cartridge
 
* V-VAC carry bag for contents
 
* V-VAC carry bag for contents
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=== TENT MODULE (for patient care) ===
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 +
==== TENT MODULE (for patient care) ====
 
* 1 Megamid
 
* 1 Megamid
 
* 1 stuff sack for contents
 
* 1 stuff sack for contents
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=== REPAIR / FIRE / SIGNAL MODULE ===
+
 
 +
==== REPAIR / FIRE / SIGNAL MODULE ====
 
For repairing equipment in the field.
 
For repairing equipment in the field.
  
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** 1 stuff sack for contents
 
** 1 stuff sack for contents
 
* 1 zippered bag for contents
 
* 1 zippered bag for contents
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=== SPARE CLOTHING MODULE ===
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We carry extra clothing to assist patients or ourselves in an emergency. Spare clothing is (1) in large sizes so as to
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==== PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation) ====
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fit all patients, (2) clean and (3) packed in plastic bags to keep it dry:
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* 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled with stuff sack
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* 1 wool or polypro watch cap or balaclava
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* 1 pr. wool gloves or mittens
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* 1 set polypro long underwear (tops and bottoms)
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* 1 pr. polypro or wool socks
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== Personal Equipment ==
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* 1 stuff sack for contents
+
Patrollers are required to have the following personal equipment when going on patrol.  
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=== PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation) ===
+
 
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* 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled -or-
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=== PACK===
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* 1 portable sled (rolled)
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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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** 4 patient attachment belts
+
=== MAP & COMPASS ===
−
* 1 20' x 7mm perlon haul/tail rope (spare for bystander use)
+
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.
−
* 1 18'x 1" tubular nylon webbing swami belt (spare for bystander use)
+
=== PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT ===
−
* 2 locking carabiners
+
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:
−
* 1 stuff sack for contents
+
* 1 CPR mask
−
=== FORMS MODULE ===
+
* 1 space blanket
−
* 1 Patrol Leader checklist for area
+
* 6 4in x 4in non-stick sterile dressings
−
* 2 Patrol Reports
+
* 2 4" Kling bandages
−
* 4 incident reports
+
* 2 2" Kling bandages
−
* 2 SAR initiation forms
+
* 2 Kotex pads
−
* 1 ballpoint pen
+
* several pair of latex examination gloves in your size
−
* 1 EMT pad
+
* 4 cravats
−
* 1 plastic envelope for contents
+
* assorted band-aids
 +
* betadine swabs
 +
* handi-wipes
 +
* penlight
 +
* 2-3 large safety pins
 +
* several small plastic bags
 +
* 1 zippered case for contents. The patrol offers both the OR zippered case and the contents for sale at wholesale cost.
 +
 
 +
=== SPLINTS ===
 +
One SAM splint for OEC training. SAM splints for patient use are found in the Trauma Module (part of [[Modular Equipment]]).
 +
 
 +
=== PERSONAL CLOTHING ===
 +
Your jacket, bibs, poncho, etc. for layering and weatherproofing yourself.
 +
 
 +
=== WATER ===
 +
At least one liter of water for personal use and to assist patients or dehydrated skiers. If sharing your bottle
 +
with others is distasteful, carry two smaller bottles, or a cup.
 +
 
 +
=== FOOD ===
 +
Your lunch, power bars, etc. Emergency food for patients is found in the [[Modular Equipment|Stove Module]].
 +
 
 +
=== TARP ===
 +
A small tarp with grommets for keeping patients warm and dry. REI sells one for about $10.
 +
=== HEADLAMP ===
 +
REI sells one for under $20. Pro-deals are available for headlamp purchases from Petzl.
 +
=== PERSONAL SLED KIT ===
 +
Equipment for pulling the portable sled, which includes:
 +
* 16-18 feet of 1" tubular webbing (for a swami belt)
 +
* 20' of 6 or 7mm perlon (for haul or tail rope)
 +
* 2 locking carabiners (to attach rope to sled and swami belt)
 +
* small stuff sack for above items
 +
The patrol offers this item at wholesale cost.
 +
=== AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER ===
 +
Patrol supplied during candidacy if you don't have one. Each member must have a transceiver by the
 +
beginning of the second year of membership.
 +
=== SNOW SHOVEL ===
 +
Model with detachable handle; patrol supplied if you don't have one.
 +
=== OTHER ESSENTIALS ===
 +
* pocket knife (preferably one with a locking blade)
 +
* matches in waterproof container
 +
* whistle
 +
* length of parachute cord
 +
* personal prusik cord
 +
* toilet paper
 +
* plastic bags, poop-tube, or WAG bags for human waste

Revision as of 14:49, 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


Personal Equipment

Patrollers are required to have the following personal equipment when going on patrol.

PACK

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.

MAP & COMPASS

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.

PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT

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:

  • 1 CPR mask
  • 1 space blanket
  • 6 4in x 4in non-stick sterile dressings
  • 2 4" Kling bandages
  • 2 2" Kling bandages
  • 2 Kotex pads
  • several pair of latex examination gloves in your size
  • 4 cravats
  • assorted band-aids
  • betadine swabs
  • handi-wipes
  • penlight
  • 2-3 large safety pins
  • several small plastic bags
  • 1 zippered case for contents. The patrol offers both the OR zippered case and the contents for sale at wholesale cost.

SPLINTS

One SAM splint for OEC training. SAM splints for patient use are found in the Trauma Module (part of Modular Equipment).

PERSONAL CLOTHING

Your jacket, bibs, poncho, etc. for layering and weatherproofing yourself.

WATER

At least one liter of water for personal use and to assist patients or dehydrated skiers. If sharing your bottle with others is distasteful, carry two smaller bottles, or a cup.

FOOD

Your lunch, power bars, etc. Emergency food for patients is found in the Stove Module.

TARP

A small tarp with grommets for keeping patients warm and dry. REI sells one for about $10.

HEADLAMP

REI sells one for under $20. Pro-deals are available for headlamp purchases from Petzl.

PERSONAL SLED KIT

Equipment for pulling the portable sled, which includes:

  • 16-18 feet of 1" tubular webbing (for a swami belt)
  • 20' of 6 or 7mm perlon (for haul or tail rope)
  • 2 locking carabiners (to attach rope to sled and swami belt)
  • small stuff sack for above items

The patrol offers this item at wholesale cost.

AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER

Patrol supplied during candidacy if you don't have one. Each member must have a transceiver by the beginning of the second year of membership.

SNOW SHOVEL

Model with detachable handle; patrol supplied if you don't have one.

OTHER ESSENTIALS

  • pocket knife (preferably one with a locking blade)
  • matches in waterproof container
  • whistle
  • length of parachute cord
  • personal prusik cord
  • toilet paper
  • plastic bags, poop-tube, or WAG bags for human waste
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