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3 Introduction to Cospas-Sarsat

In this module you'll get an overview of the international Cospas-Sarsat search and rescue distress alert detection and information distribution system that we use in New Zealand.

The module will take around 30 minutes to complete. Just click on the link below when you're ready. It will open in a new tab. Once you've completed the module, close the tab and return to this tab to go to the next module.

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  • Air Operators

    • 1 The SAR system

      In this module you'll get an overview of the global and local search and rescue (SAR) system. This will help you understand where you fit and how your work contributes to the bigger picture.

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    • 2 SAR tasking, briefing, and communications

      In this module you'll get an overview of tasking, briefing, and communications during a SAR operation.

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    • 4 Aircraft crash site hazards

      In this module you'll get an introduction to the hazards first responders might face when attending an aircraft crash site.

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    • 5 Search planning

      In this module you'll get an introduction to search planning, including what it is, why we do it, key terms and concepts, and the models that apply.

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