The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Field Operations Guide (FOG) has been prepared to guide Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/FEMA Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) personnel to perform Federal disaster response operations during major disasters or emergencies. The pocket guide details such items as structural collapse patterns, hazard identification and

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The following techniques are particularly handy for  situations where carrying limited gear is beneficial. A chairlift self evac kit can consist of a Rope, a locking carabiner, and piece of webbing.Commercial Kits are available, such as this one from Cascade Rescue. there are many ways to make an improvised harness.

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The beep test is frequently used to evaluate aerobic fitness, particularly as part of a hiring process for fire departments. Historically, it is the step of the process that eliminates the vast majority of candidates. Preparation is required to pass. The beep test has 21 levels. Record holders make level

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