Research and development is the backbone of SARINZ. Working extensively with SAR practitioners and researchers from around the world, SARINZ have developed the following range of practical and intuitive guides to help save lives.

Designed to be easy to use these handheld guides are made from a waterproof and durable synthetic card. They are distributed throughout North America and Canada, and used by SARINZ on training courses. Larger versions are also available.

Initial Response Search Guide (IRSG)

A simple tool designed to enhance the decision making process during the initial response period of a wilderness SAR operation by providing the requisite prompts to get the most effective and efficient use of the available resources - thereby enhancing the chances of success and ultimately saving lives.

“.....awesome initiative and should be a compulsory product for all management teams – well done.” SAR Advisor “.....so that whoever gets the hot seat has access to this wonderful tool. Anything that might help the missing party must be a worthwhile investment.” SAR Advisor “Excellent work – have used it operationally and found it very helpful.” SAR Advisor

Vector Forces Calculation Guide (VFCG)

The VFCG enhances the safe and efficient engineering of temporary rigging systems by increasing and developing your knowledge of what forces are being applied. Unlike any previous approach the VFCG uses a whole system methodology including anchor, directional and slope forces.

A hand held, portable, waterproof reference tool for the analysis of rigging systems Use prior to the rigging occurring so that the right safety margin can be planned Use during the building process where it is not time critical Use post an incident or training to review and record what was done An ideal training and teaching tool to develop student understanding of forces

A user guide is available online in PDF format with information and examples on how to use and exercises for you to complete VFCG User Guide (1MB) Can be used for any type of rigging including rescue, ropes courses, guiding, adventure racing, abseiling, climbing, caving, film crew, industrial, tower and many more...

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