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Chapter 9 Flashcards

1
Q

Why is the 24 hour pack important? (3 reasons)

A

Self reliance, maximize effectiveness, comfort,

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2
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What should be the weight of fresh water be per gallon?

A

8.5 pounds

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3
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What type of food should you not pack?

A

“Meal” type

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4
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In what situation does a Ready pack become worthless?

A

When it is not where it’s suppose to be

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5
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What is the minimum sources of water to carry?

A

2

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6
Q

Which type of insect repellant is recoomended?

A

Those that contain DEET

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7
Q

Insulating ground pads should be:

A

Lightweight, compact, and good insulators

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8
Q

Sleeping bags are compared by what 3 things

A

Quality of construction, effective temp range, and loft

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9
Q

What term describes the total thickness of a sleeping bag?

A

Loft

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10
Q

What are the four main types of sleeping bag shapes, and which is best?

A

Rectangular, mummy, wedge, oval

Mummy

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11
Q

What is the most common and effective type of baffling?

A

Shingle construction

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12
Q

What are the 9 ways to sleep warmer in a sleeping bag?

A

1: sleep inside a shelter or tent
2: improv a windbreak
3: set up camp on higher ground
4: sleep in one layer of dry clothing
5: protect head, neck, shoulders, and feet
6: huddle
7: improve ground insulation
8: keep the SB dry
9: use a vapor barrier

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13
Q

What is the biggest disadvantage to using a tarp as shelter?

A

Doesn’t protect from insects

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14
Q

What percent of the total weight of a tent comes from the poles?

A

50%

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15
Q

What are the three utensils needed for SAR?

A

Bowl, cup, spoon

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16
Q

What is an important factor to think about before getting a water bottle?

A

Wide mouth

17
Q

What are important things that boots need for SAR? 3

A

Ankle support, non-slip soles, proper fit,

18
Q

What are the best flashlight attributes to have? 2

A

Medium brightness, that lasts longer

19
Q

What’s the best type of knife for SAR?

A

Swiss army/ multi tool

20
Q

What type of pack is best for SAR work?

A

Internal frame packs that flit close to the back

21
Q

Where should heavy items be placed in your pack?

A

Close to your back

22
Q

What are the three tools/equipments needed for SAR

A

Knife, sewing kit, hell box

23
Q

What are the 10 contents of a Ready pack that is required in minimum?

A

1: Equipment for medical/survival
2: Additional Clothing
3: Shelter Material
4: Water and Food
5: Safety/Comfort Gear
6: General SAR Equipment
7: Improv tools
8: Team Equipment
9: Pack
10: Things to add to water

24
Q

What are the 6 rules recommended for your pack?

A

1: Keep it with you
2: Dont share
3: Care for it
4: Hands free hydration
5: Equipment Accessibility
6: Research Contents

25
Q

What type of stove is best?

A

gas Cartridge

Butane: bad in cold
Propane: good in cold

SAR-Tech II (14 decks)

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