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Preparedness

For each checklist item, provide:

  • Assessment Method
  • Remarks
  • Appropriate Colour Mode

INSARAG Focal Point​

Decision Making​

Does the USAR team have a home-based support system to assist with communication and decision-making when deployed?
Does the USAR team have an ability to get access to prophylaxis, for example for malaria, for the team immediately prior to deployment if required?
Does the team contact international representatives, other international responders and consular authorities, if present, prior to deployment?

INSARAG.org / Virtual OSOCC (VO) / INSARAG Coordination Management System (ICMS)​

USAR Team Structure​

Is the USAR team organisation structured in accordance with the INSARAG Guidelines with regards to:
Management
Search
Rescue
Logistics
Medical

Logistics​

Training​

Are USAR team personnel training records updated and maintained?

Communications and Technology​

Documentation​

Is there a system in place to ensure the USAR team have the following documentation: