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- From: "Jorene Downs" <Jorene@CEOates.com>
- To: "MSAR-L" <msar-riders@lists.ibiblio.org>
- Subject: [MSAR] Technology in SAR
- Date: Mon Dec 23 07:02:00 2002
Barcode scanning for ID cards and logistics
inventory has been mentioned as a viable management tool for SAR. That motivated
me to open up discussion for other advantageous use of technology in SAR. I'll
share a few thoughts and hope others will contribute.
- 2-way messaging / communication devices for
call-outs. Instead of group pages, Dispatch could send out group email with all
the basic data to get people rolling. Push a button to reply with an ETA, or
mini-keyboard an email. Some units are also combined with cell phone-type
service using a headset. Much depends on local service coverage, but some
examples of devices are on
- GPS software in the ICP used to lay out search
areas, then the area / route (and related map) is loaded into each team leader's
GPS to carry into the field. (GPS needs to be capable of linking with a
computer.)
- 2-way radios that you can buy inexpensively
(Wal-Mart, etc.) allow for chatter between team members and nearby teams without
tying up the official radio channel. FRS is the common frequency - up to 2 mile
coverage. Some units have an optional GMRS frequency that requires an FCC
license, but communicates up to 5 mile coverage and with strategically located
equipment can relay further. (Treat GMRS like ham radio with an official call
sign. FCC 5 year license is now $75. GMRS licensing How To info on
http://www.pe.net/~atd/fcc605.htm )
- The Garmin Rino - so team personnel can
carry GPS and have team-specific radio chatter carrying a single
unit. Get the 120 model and you can load software / download saved routes
into a computer. (Topo maps. Street guide maps - you can search for an address
then see it on the map.) Uses the common FRS radio channels, and has GMRS
optional. http://www.garmin.com/products/rino/ - Wireless LAN to network the outside check-in
computer with the Ops resources computer at the ICP.
- Set up portable satellite Internet/Intranet
access at the ICP to use email, web sites, etc., for data send/receive and
online research. (Share photos / fliers of the missing person, follow-up
reports, online search of shoe print types, monitor online weather radar, text
messages to pagers, etc.) Could mount the dish (after arrival) on a
permanent mobile ICP roof bracket and just adjust the dish direction on the
scene. (Training required.) Connect the computer for 24/7 high speed
access. Household current required - it could be rigged for battery
banks and inverter if you recharge those batteries - perhaps solar, with
generator backup? Note that this system also offers voice over the Internet
capabilities as an option to satellite phone service. And with some set-ups, you
could also get satellite TV. Also - this internet satellite dish would be an
invaluable tool for Disaster management and communications since it doesn't
rely on landlines. But it does require a stationary base to maintain the
satellite connection. And yes, it can run on a LAN network at the ICP. (example:
StarBand internet satellite connection on the DISH satellite TV dish.) www.starband.com
- SAR management software. Has anyone tried
SearchManager? http://sartechnology.ca/ Other
SAR management software suggestions?
~ ~ ~ Jorene Downs Tulare County, CA SAR, MSAR, Swiftwater Rescue, USAR |
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[MSAR] Technology in SAR,
Jorene Downs, 12/23/2002
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[MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR,
Una Smith, 12/23/2002
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Re: [MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR,
Jorene Downs, 12/23/2002
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[MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR,
Una Smith, 12/23/2002
- Re: [MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR, Jorene Downs, 12/28/2002
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[MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR,
Una Smith, 12/23/2002
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Re: [MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR,
Jorene Downs, 12/23/2002
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[MSAR] Re: Technology in SAR,
Una Smith, 12/23/2002
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