Equipment List
The following equipment is commonly compiled to from what is referred to as a "24-hour ready pack." Such a pack holds those items that will assist the holder in functioning safely and effectively during a SAR mission. Some items may be carried on a belt, in pockets, or strapped to the person. This is the minimum equipment recommended to be carried on all missions in non-urban or wilderness areas. Your local equipment requirements may vary. Consult a physician for recommendations about analgesics and other drugs that you may carry in the SAR pack.
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Personal First Aid and Survival Kit
1 - Plastic bag, zip lock, qt. size, for kit
4 - Acetaminophen or aspirin tablets
4 - Antacid tablets
2 - Antiseptic cleansing pads
1 - Antiseptic ointment
6 - Band aids, various sizes
1 - Candle, long burning
2 - Cotton swabs, non sterile
1 - Duct tape, 5 - 10 ft.
1 - Leaf bag, large
8 - Matches in a waterproof container
1 - Moleskin
2 - Quarters for phone call
1 - Razor blade, single edge safety type
1 - Roller gauze bandage
2 - Safety pins, large
1 - Splinter forceps, tweezers
1 - Space type blanket or space-type sleeping bag
1 - Towelette, clean
1 - Whistle
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(Non-Urban) Personal SAR Equipment
1 - Pack, 1800 cubic inch (minimum)
4 - Bags, various sizes, zip locked
1 - Bandanna, handkerchief
1 - Cap or other headgear
2 - Carabiners, locking gate
1 - Clothes bag, waterproof
1 - Clothing, adequate for climate
1 - Clothing, extra set, suitable for climate
1 - Compass, orienteering
1 - Flagging tape, roll
1 - Flashlight or latern
1 - Flashlight extra, extra batteries and bult
1 - Footwear, sturdy, adequate for climate
1 - Gloves, durable, even in summer
1 - Goggles, or eye protection, clear
1 - Insect repellent
1 - Knife, multi-purpose
1 - Lip balm, with sunscreen
1 - Measuring device, 18 in. minimum
1 - Metal cup or pot
1 - Mirror, small
1 - Nylon twine or small rope, 50 feet
1 - Pad and pencil
2 - Prusik cords (6mm - 8mm; 6 ft length)
1 - Rainwear, durable
1 - SAR personal identification
1 - Shelter Material, 8x10 plastic or coated nylon
1 - Scissors, multi-purpose
1 - Socks, extra pair
1 - Sunscreen lotion
1 - Tissue paper or baby wipes (recommended)
1 - Tracking stick, 42" long
1- Watch
2 - Water containers, at least liter size
1 - Webbing, 1" tubular - length suitagle for harness
1 - Wire, 5-10 ft., woven steel
8 - Wire ties,, plastic, self locking
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Optional Personal Support Equipment
Recommended But Not Required
2 - Antihistamine, 25mg Benadryl
2 - Extra leaf bags
1 - Extra water container
1 - Foam pad
2 - Food, nonperishable
1 - Gaiters
1 - Rain cover, pack
1 - Sterno or stove
1 - Sun glasses, 97% UV protection
1 - Trail snacks
1 - Water purification tabs
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The following requirements are for an Urban SAR Pack.
This should only be carried when its use is approved.
Personal First Aid and Survival Kit
(Same as in the 24-hour ready pack.)
1 - Fanny pack, 600 - 1200 cubic inch
4 - Bags, various sizes, zip locked
1 - Bandanna, handkerchief
1 - Cap or other headwear
1 - Clothing, adequate for climate
1 - Compass, orienteering
1 - Flagging tape, roll
1 - Flashlight or lantern
1 - Footwear, sturdy, adequate for climate
1 - Knife, multi-purpose
1 - Map
1 - Mirror, small
1 - Raincoat and pants durable
1 - SAR personal identification
1 - Small pad and pencil
1 - Sunglasses, 97% UV protection
1 - Sunscreen lotion
1 - Tissue paper or baby wipes
1 - Tracking stick, 42" long
1 - Watch
1 - Water container, at least liter size
(Items bolded above are variances from the non-urban pack list)