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SARTECH I
Crewleader SAR Ready Pack
The SARTECH I/CREWLEADER level of certification is the
advanced level for SAR personnel. The level is recommended Maps, Symbology, & Land Navigation
only for persons who function on SAR missions asfield
searchers and who may function as Crew Leader. Persons Search Techniques & Tactics
who obtain this certification are to function within the limits of
the certification described in the NASAR Certification Criteria Briefing
for SARTECH I/CREWLEADER. The NASAR course that
prepares one to challenge the SARTECH I/CREWLEADER Debriefing
examination is Advanced Search and Rescue.
Hazardous Terrain Skills
This examination consists of both a written exam and a
practical exam. The written exam includes one hundred and Stress Management
twenty (120) questions covering the candidate's knowledge of
search and rescue. A passing grade is 70% or above. The
The candidate's performance of SAR skills is evaluated at four
candidate is also required to successfully complete a four
practical exam stations involving:
station practical exam. Should the candidate not successfully
complete the practical exam, only the stations that are failed
Station #1: Crewleader SAR Ready Pack: Candidates
need be repeated within one year of the original testing date.
demonstrate the ability to possess and pack the
The re-testing may be completed at any SAR TECH
required SAR equipment and supplies efficiently.
I/CREWLEADER examination. If the retesting is done within
the one year of the original testing date, no additional payment
to NASAR is required. However, a host organization may Station #2: Hazardous Terrain Skills: Using the
charge a reasonable fee to cover the costs of hosting the contents within the SAR Ready Pack candidates
repeat examination. establish a belay system between two points.
The written exam includes questions from the following topics: Ropes & Rescue Equipment
Prerequisites
Candidates should be familiar with SARTECH II testing
requirements. They must have a compass for the written exam
and all required equipment for the practical exam.