Safety Training

ERT Module 10 – Search Procedures; Inside Outside Hot Cold Dark -Course Code: ERT13

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This module trains Emergency Response Team members in systematic search and rescue procedures across various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, and under challenging conditions such as heat, cold, and darkness. It focuses on search patterns, safety protocols, communication, and coordination to ensure efficient and safe operations during emergencies.

Aims:

Course Content:

Who should apply:

This training course is aimed at the following:

Emergency Response Team members involved in search and rescue operations.
Health & Safety Officers and Emergency Coordinators.
Supervisors and managers responsible for emergency planning and evacuation.
Anyone tasked with locating missing persons during workplace emergencies.

Pre-requisites for joining this course: Completed Mod1 and Mod 2, CFS Low/Med/High/Rescue, WAH.

Course Content:

The course covers the following elements:

Introduction to Search Procedures
Search Planning & Risk Assessment
Search Patterns & Techniques
Environmental Challenges
Equipment and PPE
Communication & Coordination
Post Search Procedures

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

Plan and execute systematic search procedures in various environments.
Apply risk assessment principles during search operations.
Use appropriate equipment and PPE for hot, cold, and dark conditions.
Communicate effectively and maintain team coordination during searches.
Document search activities and contribute to post-incident reviews.

Assessment Method:

Written Assessment: Multiple-choice and short-answer questions on search principles and safety protocols.
Practical Assessment: Participation in simulated search exercises under different environmental conditions.
Continuous Assessment: Engagement in group discussions and scenario-based drills.

Course Duration

1 Day

Number of Delegates

Certification

On successful completion of the course, learners will receive Shorcontrol Safety Ltd. Certification which is valid for 3 years.