From early 2007 the MLSO will be available in either the current 5 day format or in modules of 3 x 2 days. This is due to an effort to better suit the requirements of some SAR regions and/or organisations. Details will be posted here as soon as they are confirmed.

Management of Land Search Operations (MLSO)

The “Management of Land Search Operations” (MLSO) 5-day course is designed for those who have the responsibility to plan and prepare for search operations.  The course and its accompanying student text are now the search management "standard" in nine countries.  Participants will learn how to plan for, organise and manage a search effort for missing persons using Co-ordinated Incident Management System (CIMS). The emphasis is on resources needed to do the job right and a recurring cycle of management processes.  Participants, who successfully complete this course, should be able to properly manage a search effort for a lost person in the most efficient and productive manner possible.  Small group discussion and actual case study tabletop map exercises are used throughout the course.

Duration: The core course material is normally delivered over five days, including evenings and there is introductory course work. For all participants assessment will occur during the training, and ongoing practise is required. Eligible for NZLSAR subsidy

Course recommended for: Search and rescue personnel who may form part of the Incident Management Team during an operation or for experienced field Team Leaders.

Equipment requirements: Introductory course work completed, pens, paper, calculator. Regional/local pre-plan. All participants receive a complimentary copy of the Managing Land Search Operations textbook (2006 version) Venue recommendations: Classroom type facilities with 4 breakout rooms, white board/data show.  Venue hire, participant accommodation and catering are a local cost. Course Numbers: minimum 12 and maximum 20

Prerequisites: All participants must have completed CIMS Level 2 CIMS or higher. It is preferable to have search experience and completion of TCA and Search Methods courses.

The course includes five modules: