ID
8-509-1176
Name
Canine Search Specialist - Disaster/Structural Collapse Live
Status
Published
Version
1.3
Updated
12/2/2019 3:50:39 PM
Original Release
11/07/2017
Last Major Release
12/02/2019
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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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. Deploys for up to 14 days, ready to deploy within 24 hours of notification, is self-sustainable for 72 hours upon arrival; handler determines duty cycle of dog based on assignment, environment, terrain, and other factors affecting detection performance 5. 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 6. Coordinates with ground vehicles, watercraft, and aircraft for support, transportation, and evacuation 7. 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 | Not Specified |
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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. Handler determines duty cycle of the dog 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 a background check completed within past 12 months; sex-offender registry check; and a local, state, and 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 |
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, June 2016 |
FEMA National US&R Response System Canine Search Specialist course |
ANSI/EMAP 1-2016 National Urban Search and Rescue Standard, 2016 |
ASTM International (ASTM) F1847: Standard Guide for Demonstrating Minimum Skills of Search and Rescue Dogs and Handlers, 2014 |
ASTM F1848: Standard Classification for Search and Rescue Dog Crew/Teams, 2014 |
ASTM F2209: Standard Guide for Training of Level I Land Search Team Member, 2014 |
ASTM F2890: Standard Guide for Hazard Awareness for Search and Rescue Personnel, 2012 |
ASTM F3072: Standard Guide for Intermediate Wilderness GPS-GNSS Use (GPS-GNSS-IIW) 2014 |
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 |