ASTM F1993 : 99(2005)

Standard Classification of Human Search and Rescue Resources (Withdrawn 2014)

Standard Details

1.1 This classification is intended to aid search and rescue (SAR) managers in ordering resources for search and rescue incidents and to aid in communicating the types of tasks for which search and rescue crews have been trained.

1.2 This classification is intended as a supplement to the resource typing specifications of the Incident Command System and specifically as a means of typing human resources used in search and rescue activities.

1.3 This classification is suitable for classfying search and rescue crews for a wide variety of emergency management purposes.

1.4 This classification does not attempt to classify individuals or put forth StandardDetails of performance or training for individuals, nor is it meant to convey certification, skill proficiency or other measures of the level of performance of the resource. These qualifications are the responsibility of the local agencies responsible for utilizing the resource.

General Information

Status : Historical

Standard Type: Main

Document No: ASTM F1993 : 99(2005)

Document Year: 1999

Pages: 2

Section Volume:
13.02 Volume 13.02 Medical and Surgical Materials and Devices (II): F2502-Latest; Emergency Medical Services; Search and Rescue; Anesthetic and Respiratory Equipment