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Resource Typing Definition for ResponseMass Search and Rescue OperationsSWIFTWATER/FLOOD SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAMRESOURCE CATEGORYThe Swiftwater/Flood Search and Rescue (SAR) Team conducts search, rescue, and recovery operations for humans and animals in swiftwater and swiftwater/floodenvironmentsSearch and RescueRESOURCE KINDTeamOVERALL FUNCTIONThe Swiftwater/Flood SAR team:1. Searches for and rescues individuals who may be injured or otherwise in need of medical attention2. Provides emergency medical care including Basic Life Support (BLS)3. Provides animal rescue4. Transports humans and animals to the nearest location for secondary land or air transport5. Provides shore-based and boat-based water rescue for humans and animals6. Supports helicopter rescue operations and urban SAR in water environments for humans and animals7. Operates in environments with or without infrastructure, including environments with compromised access to roadways, utilities, transportation, and medical facilitiesand with limited access to shelter, food, and water1. Requestor and provider address certain issues and needs prior to deployment, including:a. Communications equipment that enables more than intra-team communications, such as programmable interoperable communications equipment withcapabilities for command, logistics, military, air, and so onb. Type of incident and operational environment, such as weather event, levy or dam breach, or risk of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) contaminationc. Additional specialized personnel, such as advanced medical staff, animal SAR specialists, logistics specialists, advisors, helicopter support staff, or supportpersonnel for unique operating environmentsd. Additional transportation-related needs, including specific vehicles, boats, trailers, drivers, mechanics, equipment, supplies, fuel, and so one. Additional aviation support, such as helicopter or fixed wing aircraftf.Tools, hardware, software, ropes, and survivor evacuation equipment beyond what is specified for this resourceg. Potential for contaminated environments and the need for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), respiratory protection, clothing, and related equipmenth. Logistics support needs for this resource, such as security and force protection, lodging, transportation, meals, and so oni.Level and duration of self-sufficiency necessary, including food, fuel, and shelter2. Requestor specifies whether night operations are necessary to ensure team has appropriate capabilities3. Requestor identifies any additional equipment (such as thermal imager, litter wheel, night vision goggles) and makes arrangements with provider4. Requestor specifies the type of animal rescue, such as livestock, equine, companion, avian, non-domestic, or exotic animals5. Requestor specifies additional specialized equipment, such as hardware, software, ropes, and survivor evacuation devices6. This team has the authority to transport rescued humans and animals using water-based means; requestor acquires secondary land or air transport separately7. Operations in SAR environments may be immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH), per ASTM International (ASTM) F2890: Standard Guide for HazardAwareness for Search and Rescue Personnel; requestor should consider the need for additional recognized capabilities or endorsementsDESCRIPTIONCOMPOSITION AND ORDERINGSPECIFICATIONSMAY 2020DRAFT – PRE-DECISIONAL – DRAFTSWIFTWATER/FLOOD SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM1 OF 6

Resource Typing Definition for ResponseMass Search and Rescue OperationsEach type of resource builds on the qualifications of the type below it. For example, Type 1 qualifications include the qualifications in Type 2, plus an increase in capability. Type 1 isthe highest qualification level.COMPONENTMINIMUMPERSONNEL PERTEAMMANAGEMENT ANDOVERSIGHTPERSONNEL PERTEAMSUPPORTPERSONNEL PERTEAMOPERATIONSCAPABILITY PERTEAMMAY 2020TYPE 1TYPE 2TYPE 3NO TYPE 4NOTES16126No Type 4Not Specified2 – National Incident ManagementSystem (NIMS) Swiftwater/FloodSAR Team Leader2 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTeam Leader1 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTeam LeaderNo Type 4Not Specified4 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician – Boat Operator4 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician – Boat Bowman1 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician with the following skillset: Animal Rescue Specialist1 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician with the following skillset: Logistics Specialist1 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician with the following skillset: Communications Specialist3 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician with the following skillset: NIMS Type 1 EmergencyMedical Technician (EMT)3 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician – Boat Operator3 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician – Boat Bowman1 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician with the following skillset: Logistics Specialist3 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician with the following skillset: NIMS Type 1 EMT2 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician – Boat Operator2 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnician – Boat Bowman1 – NIMS Swiftwater/Flood SARTechnicianNo Type 4Same as Type 2, PLUS:Is capable of supporting andrescuing animalsSame as Type 3, PLUS:1. Coordinates or operates in alarge operations area usingmultiple swiftwater/floodrescue resources, including:a. Boat-basedoperationsb. High-clearancevehicle operationsc. Helicopter-basedoperations1. Performs the following wateroperations in water with acurrent greater than 1 knot:a. Paddle andpowerboat operationsb. Offensive waterrescuec. Flood responseoperations2. Performs first aid, includingcardiopulmonaryresuscitation (CPR) andNo Type 4DRAFT – PRE-DECISIONAL – DRAFTSWIFTWATER/FLOOD SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM1. For Type 3, one teammember should also hold aNIMS Type 1 EMTqualification.2. For Type 3, one teammember should also havelogistics managementknowledge.3. For Type 2, one teammember should also hold aCommunications Specialistqualification.Not Specified2 OF 6

Resource Typing Definition for ResponseMass Search and Rescue OperationsCOMPONENTTYPE 1TYPE 22. Performs technical roperescue using technical ropesystems, including high lineTYPE 33.4.5.6.7.8.MINIMUMENVIRONMENT PERMISSIONRECOVERYEQUIPMENT PERRESCUE BOATWATER RESCUEEQUIPMENT PERRESCUE BOATDECONTAMINATIONEQUIPMENT PERTEAMMAY 2020NO TYPE 4NOTESautomated externaldefibrillator (AED) useRequests rope rescue andaviation resources asnecessaryOperates in HAZMATcontaminated environmentsManages search operationsProvides medical care,including BLSPerforms low-angle roperescueDemonstrates selfsufficiency as the operationalenvironment demandsSame as Type 2Same as Type 3Swiftwater/floodNo Type 4Not SpecifiedSame as Type 2Same as Type 31.2.3.4.Litter/stokes basket or similarAdjustable bridlePatient harness systemAnimal restraint devices,such as handling equipment,prods, lead ropes, halters,collars, leashesNo Type 4Not SpecifiedSame as Type 2Same as Type 31.2.3.4.5.3 – Throw bagThrowable flotation deviceVessel support kitPaddlesSwimmer rescue boardNo Type 4Not SpecifiedSame as Type 2Same as Type 31. 2 – 25-foot garden hose2. Garden hose wye valve3. Decontamination equipmentkit including, for example:a. 2.5-gallon pressuresprayerb. 5-gallon bucketNo Type 4Not SpecifiedDRAFT – PRE-DECISIONAL – DRAFTSWIFTWATER/FLOOD SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM3 OF 6

Resource Typing Definition for ResponseMass Search and Rescue OperationsCOMPONENTTYPE 1TYPE 2TYPE 3c.d.e.f.GAS DETECTIONEQUIPMENT PERTEAMGROUNDTRANSPORTATIONEQUIPMENT PERTEAMCOMMUNICATIONSEQUIPMENT PERTEAM MEMBERCOMMUNICATIONSEQUIPMENT PERBOAT CREWPERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT (PPE)PER TEAMMEMBERMAY 2020Same as Type 2Multi-gas detectorSame as Type 2Same as Type 3Same as Type 2NO TYPE 4NOTESSoap and bleachsolution40-gallon plastic workbox110-volt submersiblepump110-volt powerwasherNot SpecifiedNo Type 4Not Specified1. Vehicle(s) and trailer(s)capable of haulingpersonnel, equipment, andboats2. Tie downs and strappingNo Type 4Not SpecifiedSame as Type 31. Two-way handheld radio2. Mobile phone (waterproof)3. Chargers for devicesNo Type 4Same as Type 2Same as Type 31. Marine band radio(portable/waterproof)2. Portable radio with groundto-air capability3. Handheld GPS unitSame as Type 2Same as Type 31.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Swiftwater/flood SAR helmetHeadlamp and batteriesEye and hearing protectionRespiratory protectionUniform/protective clothingGlovesFootwearDry suit1. Keep communications withinand among teams consistentwith National InteroperabilityField Operations Guide(NIFOG).2. Consider alternate forms ofcommunication, such assatellite phones, based onthe mission assignment andteam needs.Keep communications within andamong teams consistent withNIFOG.No Type 4DRAFT – PRE-DECISIONAL – DRAFTSWIFTWATER/FLOOD SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM1. The following standardsaddress PPE: AmericanNational Standards Institute(ANSI) Z359: Fall ProtectionCode; National FireProtection Association(NFPA) 1983: Standard onLife Safety Rope and4 OF 6

Resource Typing Definition for ResponseMass Search and Rescue OperationsCOMPONENTTYPE 1TYPE 2TYPE 3NO TYPE 4Equipment for EmergencyServices.2. The following regulationaddresses PPE:Occupational Safety andHealth Administration(OSHA) 29 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part1910.146: Permit-RequiredConfined Spaces.3. Recommended rating forPFDs for swiftwaterenvironments is 22 poundsof buoyancy or higher.9. Appropriate PersonalFlotation Device (PFD)10. Deployment/travel pack11. Personal medical kit12. Survival kit13. Other necessary field packsor gearRESCUEEQUIPMENT PERTEAMRESCUE BOATEQUIPMENT PERTEAMMAY 2020Same as Type 2Same as Type 3Same as Type 2, PLUS:2 – Inflatable rescue boat orwatercraft appropriate for type ofwater, equipped with supplies andfuelSame as Type 3, PLUS:1 – Inflatable rescue boat orwatercraft appropriate for type ofwater, equipped with supplies andfuelNOTES1. Gasoline-powered saw andfuel2. Rope rescue kit3. Pole for reaching (pike orequivalent)4. Assorted hand tools,including Halligan bar, 8-lb.flathead ax, 10-lb.sledgehammer, hammers,drills, and sawsNo Type 4Not Specified1 – Inflatable rescue boat orwatercraft appropriate for type ofwater, equipped with supplies andfuelNo Type 4Not SpecifiedDRAFT – PRE-DECISIONAL – DRAFTSWIFTWATER/FLOOD SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM5 OF 6