ID
8-509-1176
Name
Canine Search Specialist - Disaster/Structural Collapse Live
Status
Published
Version
1.4
Updated
6/10/2024 3:12:53 PM
Original Release
11/07/2017
Last Major Release
NQS Position
Resource Category
Search and Rescue
Primary Core Capability
Mass Search and Rescue Operations
Secondary Core Capability
Resource Kind
Personnel
Overall Function
The Canine Search Specialist - Disaster/Structural Collapse Live handles one canine that is trained to search for and detect live humans in a collapsed structure
Single resource
In conjunction with a NIMS typed team
NIMS Typed Team
See below
In conjunction with a NIMS typed unit
NIMS Typed Unit
Description Notes
Not Specified
| Supporting Core Capabilities |
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| None |
| Types | |
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| Type | Description |
| Type 1 | Same as Type 2, PLUS: Handles one canine that is trained to search for and detect live humans in a collapsed structure defined as “heavy” and “medium” as per the UN INSARAG Guideline and Methodology for US&R categories for structures 1. Heavy construction: Failed structures of heavy floor, pre-cast concrete, reinforced concrete, steel frame construction and mass transportation equipment 2. Medium construction: Failed structures of heavy wall and non-reinforced concrete construction, confined spaces (permit required), trenches and excavations |
| Type 2 | The Canine Search Specialist – Disaster/Structural Collapse Live: 1. Handles one canine that is trained to search for and detect live humans in a collapsed structure defined as “light” as per the United Nations (UN) International Search and Rescue Advisory Group’s (INSARAG) Guideline and Methodology for Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) categories for structures a. Light construction: Failed structures of light frame construction 2. Requests rescue, evacuation and recovery resources 3. Performs medical care to include first aid 4. Provides: a. Safety of self and team members b. Basic medical care of self, team members and survivors c. Simple decontamination of self and team members d. Basic ground support capability for helicopter operations 5. Coordinates with ground vehicles, watercraft and aircraft for support, transportation and evacuation 6. Operates in environments with and without infrastructure including those affected by disasters and terrorism; with compromised access to roadways, utilities and transportation; and limited availability of shelter, food and water |
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| Education | Not Specified |
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| Training | Awareness of the following: 1. ASTM F2890: Standard Guide for Hazard Awareness for Search and Rescue Personnel or equivalent 2. ASTM F3072: Standard Guide for Intermediate Wilderness Global Position System (GPS)-Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Use (GPS-GNSS-IIW) Endorsement or equivalent 3. Crime scene preservation |
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| Experience | Not Specified |
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| Physical/Medical Fitness | 1. NIMS Guideline for the National Qualification System (NQS) defines Physical/Medical Fitness levels for NIMS positions 2. PPE is mission specific and may vary by working environment and it includes protective footwear, protective clothing for skin exposure, eye and ear protection, respirators, gloves and masks 3. Handler determines duty cycle of the canine based on assignment, environment, terrain and other factors affecting detection performance |
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| Currency | Provider must carry out and use any background checks as applicable law specifies. This may include: 1. A background check completed within past 12 months 2. A sex-offender registry check 3. A local, state and national criminal history |
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| Professional and Technical Licenses and Certifications | Not Specified |
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| Composition and Ordering Specifications |
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| Specification |
| Discuss logistics for deploying this position, such as working conditions, length of deployment, security, lodging, transportation, and meals, prior to deployment |
| This position can be ordered in conjunction with a NIMS typed team, including: Canine Search and Rescue Team – Disaster/Structural Collapse Live OR Urban Search and Rescue Task Force |
| This position typically works 12 hours per shift, is self-sustainable for 72 hours and is deployable up to 14 days |
| This position is ready to deploy within 24 hours of notification |
| Notes |
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| References |
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| Reference |
| FEMA, NIMS 508: Canine Search Team – Disaster/Structural Collapse Live |
| FEMA, National Incident Management System (NIMS), October 2017 |
| FEMA, NIMS Guideline for NQS, November 2017 |
| FEMA, National Response Framework, October 2019 |
| American Rescue Dog Association (ARDA), Area Search Certification, May 2016 |
| ASTM F1847: Standard Guide for Demonstrating Minimum Skills of Search and Rescue Dogs and Handlers, August 2017 |
| ASTM F1848: Standard Classification for Search and Rescue Dog Crew/Teams, May 2014 |
| ASTM F1879: Standard Guide for Demonstrating Obedience and Agility in Search and Rescue Dogs, August 2023 |
| ASTM F2209: Standard Guide for Training of Level I Land Search Team Member, September 2014 |
| ASTM F2890: Standard Guide for Hazard Awareness for Search and Rescue Personnel, August 2023 |
| ASTM F3072: Standard Guide for Intermediate Wilderness GPS-GNSS Use (GPS-GNSS-IIW) Endorsement, April 2020 |
| United Nations (UN) International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG), Guidelines and Methodology, 2012 |
| Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1910.1030: Bloodborne Pathogens, latest edition adopted |
| Published Versions | ||
| Version | Publish Date | Document Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 | 6/10/2024 3:12:53 PM | |
| 1.3 | 12/2/2019 3:50:39 PM | |
| 1.2 | 10/26/2018 2:52:35 PM | |
| 1.1 | 9/28/2018 5:12:15 PM | |
| 1.0 | 11/7/2017 4:09:43 PM | |