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= Required Patrol Equipment =
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== Patrol Equipment Assignments ==
  
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== Personal Equipment ==
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Patrol Equipment Modules should be assigned by predetermined roles for each patroller.
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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 Leader (leader, communications)
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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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** Bendix/King or ICOM Radio
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of the [[Modular Equipment]] carried by patrollers. A minimum of 2500 cubic
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** Spare B/K radio battery (rechargeable)
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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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** Blanket
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** Repair/Fire/Signal Module
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** Forms Module
  
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=== MAP & COMPASS ===
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* Second Patroller (OEC leader)
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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
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** Trauma Module
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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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** Patient Access Module
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** Airway Administration Module
  
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=== PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT ===
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* Third Patroller (navigation, general assistance)
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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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** Radio (BK or ICOM)
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* 1 CPR mask
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** Blanket
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* 1 space blanket
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** Portable Brooks Range sled
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* 6 4in x 4in non-stick sterile dressings
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** Megamid Tent (in cold or inclement weather)
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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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* Fourth Patroller (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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** KTD Kit
  
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=== PERSONAL CLOTHING ===
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* Fifth 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)
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** Share load from other patrollers
  
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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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== Patrol Equipment Modules ==
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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
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== Modular Patrol Equipment ==
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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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* 2 Patrol Reports (formerly Daily Operaations Log)
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* 1 Sno-Mo Closure map for area
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* 4 incident reports
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* 2 SAR initiation forms
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* 1 ballpoint pen
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* 1 plastic envelope for contents
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==== RADIO HARNESS CONTENTS ====
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* Radio Shortcut Card (Icom or Bendix-King)
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* List of cellphone numbers
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* Businsess Cards
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* NSP Avalanche Rescue Quick Guide
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* Plastic ziplock for above if carried in patrol vest
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==== TRAUMA MODULE ====
 
For treating more serious injuries.
 
For treating more serious injuries.
  
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* 12 assorted steri-strips
 
* 12 assorted steri-strips
 
* 4 eye pads
 
* 4 eye pads
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* 2 bottles saline solution
 
 
* 6 bags sugar
 
* 6 bags sugar
 
* alcohol preps
 
* alcohol preps
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* 4 tongue depressors
 
* 4 tongue depressors
 
* 2 SAM splints
 
* 2 SAM splints
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* 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
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* Nasel airways
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* Nasal or oral airways
 
* Suction syringe
 
* Suction syringe
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* 1 disposable adult bag-valve mask
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* 1 disposable adult bag-valve mask (BVM)
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* 1 V-VAC handle and new cartridge
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* V-VAC carry bag for contents
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==== TENT MODULE (for patient care) ====
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=== TENT MODULE (for patient care) ===
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* 1 Megamid
 
* 1 Megamid
 
* 1 stuff sack for contents
 
* 1 stuff sack for contents
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=== REPAIR / FIRE / SIGNAL MODULE ===
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==== REPAIR / FIRE / SIGNAL MODULE ====
 
For repairing equipment in the field.
 
For repairing equipment in the field.
  
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** 2 1" Fastex buckles
 
** 2 1" Fastex buckles
 
** 2 3/4" Fastex buckles
 
** 2 3/4" Fastex buckles
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** 2 Leki pole tips
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** 1 pole tip
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** 2 Leki twist locks
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* 1 Multi-driver with hex bits
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* 1 adjustable screwdriver with posi-drive and slotted blades
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* 1 pad #0 steel wool for filler material
 
* 1 pad #0 steel wool for filler material
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* 1 roll strapping tape
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* 1 roll duct-tape
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* 2 lengths of 6" aluminum flashing (rolled) for pole repairs
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* 1 length of 6" aluminum flashing (rolled) for pole repairs
 
* 1 lighter (to melt glue gun stick)
 
* 1 lighter (to melt glue gun stick)
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* 1 hacksaw blade
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* 1 folding hacksaw
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* 1 spare binding set
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* 50 feet of parachute cord
 
* 50 feet of parachute cord
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* 1 smoke flare
 
 
* 1 whistle
 
* 1 whistle
 
* 1 small roll surveyor's tape
 
* 1 small roll surveyor's tape
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** matches in waterproof container
 
** matches in waterproof container
 
** lighter
 
** lighter
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** fatwood kindling in plastic wrap
 
 
** 2 pads #000 steel wool
 
** 2 pads #000 steel wool
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** fire starter
 
 
** 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, which contains:
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* 1 wool or polypro watch cap or balaclava
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**  custom fitting tarp
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* 1 pr. wool gloves or mittens
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** two stretcher bars
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* 1 set polypro long underwear (tops and bottoms)
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** set of 5 ski straps
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* 1 pr. polypro or wool socks
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* 1 stuff sack for contents
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=== PATIENT ACCESS MODULE ===
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=== PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation) ===
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Rope for belaying a rescuer to provide first aid to patient in steep terrain. Planned for the 2010-2011 season.
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* 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled -or-
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* 100 ft x 8mm static rope
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* 1 portable sled (rolled)
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* Bag
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** 4 patient attachment belts
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* Ascender and hardware under discussion
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* 1 20' x 7mm perlon haul/tail rope (spare for bystander use)
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* 1 18'x 1" tubular nylon webbing swami belt (spare for bystander use)
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* 2 locking carabiners
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* 1 stuff sack for contents
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=== FORMS MODULE ===
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* 1 Patrol Leader checklist for area
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* 2 Patrol Reports
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* 4 incident reports
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* 2 SAR initiation forms
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* 1 ballpoint pen
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* 1 EMT pad
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* 1 plastic envelope for contents
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Latest revision as of 12:02, 23 April 2017

Contents

[edit] 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
    • Patient Access Module
    • Airway Administration Module
  • Third Patroller (navigation, general assistance)
    • Radio (BK or ICOM)
    • Blanket
    • Portable Brooks Range sled
    • 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


[edit] Patrol Equipment Modules

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

[edit] FORMS MODULE

  • 2 Patrol Reports (formerly Daily Operaations Log)
  • 1 Sno-Mo Closure map for area
  • 4 incident reports
  • 2 SAR initiation forms
  • 1 ballpoint pen
  • 1 plastic envelope for contents

[edit] RADIO HARNESS CONTENTS

  • Radio Shortcut Card (Icom or Bendix-King)
  • List of cellphone numbers
  • Businsess Cards
  • NSP Avalanche Rescue Quick Guide
  • Plastic ziplock for above if carried in patrol vest

[edit] 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
  • 6 bags sugar
  • alcohol preps
  • Betadine preps
  • green soap preps
  • 4 large safety pins
  • 4 tongue depressors
  • 2 SAM splints
  • 1 zippered case for contents

[edit] AIRWAY MANAGEMENT MODULE

  • 1 set oral airways
  • Nasal or oral airways
  • Suction syringe
  • 1 disposable adult bag-valve mask (BVM)

[edit] TENT MODULE (for patient care)

  • 1 Megamid
  • 1 stuff sack for contents

[edit] 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
    • 1 pole tip
  • 1 Multi-driver with hex bits
  • 1 pad #0 steel wool for filler material
  • 1 roll duct-tape
  • 1 length of 6" aluminum flashing (rolled) for pole repairs
  • 1 lighter (to melt glue gun stick)
  • 1 folding hacksaw
  • 50 feet of parachute cord
  • 1 whistle
  • 1 small roll surveyor's tape
  • 1 Fire Starter Kit
    • matches in waterproof container
    • lighter
    • 2 pads #000 steel wool
    • 1 stuff sack for contents
  • 1 zippered bag for contents

[edit] PORTABLE SLED MODULE (for patient transportation)

  • 1 Brooks Range Emergency Sled with stuff sack, which contains:
    • custom fitting tarp
    • two stretcher bars
    • set of 5 ski straps

[edit] PATIENT ACCESS MODULE

Rope for belaying a rescuer to provide first aid to patient in steep terrain. Planned for the 2010-2011 season.

  • 100 ft x 8mm static rope
  • Bag
  • Ascender and hardware under discussion

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