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=== PACK === | === PACK === | ||
The pack itself should be large enough to accommodate the items mentioned below and approximately one-third | The pack itself should be large enough to accommodate the items mentioned below and approximately one-third | ||
| − | of the | + | 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. | inches is recommended, but appropriate size will depend on your size and how you accommodate cold weather. | ||
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Each patroller must carry a map of the area being patrolled and a compass, preferably one which | 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 | 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. | + | models are available at REI for about $45. An integrated clinometer is also helpful for slope angle measurements. |
=== PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT === | === PATROLLER'S FIRST-AID KIT === | ||
| − | Because much of the first-aid equipment we carry is contained in the Trauma Module described in | + | 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 | |
| − | kit such as those obtainable from Outdoor Research: | + | * 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. | |
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| − | + | === SPLINTS === | |
| − | The patrol offers both the OR zippered case and the contents for sale at wholesale cost. | + | 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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| − | One SAM splint for OEC training. SAM splints for patient use are found in the Trauma Module ( | + | === PERSONAL CLOTHING === |
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Your jacket, bibs, poncho, etc. for layering and weatherproofing yourself. | Your jacket, bibs, poncho, etc. for layering and weatherproofing yourself. | ||
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| + | === WATER === | ||
At least one liter of water for personal use and to assist patients or dehydrated skiers. If sharing your bottle | 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. | with others is distasteful, carry two smaller bottles, or a cup. | ||
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| − | + | === FOOD === | |
| + | Your lunch, power bars, etc. Emergency food for patients is found in the [[Modular Equipment|Stove Module]]. | ||
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| + | === TARP === | ||
A small tarp with grommets for keeping patients warm and dry. REI sells one for about $10. | 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. | 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: | 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. | 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 | 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. | beginning of the second year of membership. | ||
| − | + | === SNOW SHOVEL === | |
Model with detachable handle; patrol supplied if you don't have one. | 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 02:20, 11 March 2008
Tahoe Backcountry Ski Patrol Manual
Contents |
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
