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Mission Ready Groups

SARVAC has organized its HWF capabilities into packages of skills, resources, and equipment, which are deployable on short notice and are known as Mission Ready Groups (MRG).

MRGs are modularized capabilities providing designated functions while operating within the Mission Team, and whose numbers can be scaled according to the size and complexity of the incident.

MRGs are composed of HWF Responders from across Canada who are trained, organized, equipped, and can be mobilized to provide specific mission support in response to a request from an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). 

Each MRG has their own mission function, personnel makeup, and equipment needs.

Search and Rescue (SAR)

Provides search, rescue and recovery support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Trained and equipped to perform systematic searches, rescues and recoveries, over wide areas and in all environments (wilderness, urban, shoreline, nighttime). Use established strategies and procedures to find: survivors, provide for their initial medical care, deliver them to safety, and/or; victims. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

First Aid

Provide basic First Aid support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Address medical issues in the field appropriately, if ready access to 911 or EMS is delayed, disrupted or unavailable. Assist with moving victim(s) away from danger towards shelter/triage. Assist EMS with mass casualty triage and treatment. Document victims’ and related incident details. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

Incident Management

Provide personnel to support the AHJ or MIST/MIMT, including general administrative duties (ordering, correspondence, flow of information). Oversee the command and coordination of modular taskings depending on the incident’s size and complexity. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

Communications

Provides operational communications support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Supports the accurate and timely transfer of information among search teams, the AHJ and reception centers, using 2 way radios, ham radios, satellite and cell phones, or verbally. Documents and files communications as required. Responsible for radio maintenance and oversight. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

Geomatics

Provide geomatics support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Proficiently uses maps and GPS to safely and effectively navigate, orientate and relay accurate coordinates during a mission. Utilizes digital mapping software to gather field team GPS data and plot on maps, including post incident hazards (downed power lines, fires, gas leaks), survivors and victims. Assists Incident Command Planning Section with focusing the correct rescue resource to the appropriate locations. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

Logistics

Provides operational communications support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Supports the accurate and timely transfer of information among search teams, the AHJ and reception centers, using 2 way radios, ham radios, satellite and cell phones, or verbally. Documents and files communications as required. Responsible for radio maintenance and oversight. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

Wellness Checks

Performs wellness checks of vulnerable populations in support of the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Makes brief house-to-house or building visits, assesses the wellbeing of residents and ensures that they have sufficient food, medication and basic necessities. Information is documented in a wellness screening form. Distributes evacuation orders when necessary. Assist with evacuations as needed, or alerts AHJ to arrange for emergency assistance or transport; confirms the evacuation of any resident(s). Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

Traffic

Provide Safety and Traffic Management support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Provides access control to damaged buildings, road closures and hazardous areas. Deters criminal activity at damaged/vacated properties, or storage areas containing humanitarian relief supplies. Maintains orderly traffic flow at intersections with nonfunctional traffic lights, along detours, and away from damaged areas or impassable roads; maintains clear passageways for emergency vehicles. Remains compliant with local, provincial/territorial, and federal regulations. Able to work in hazardous areas. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

General Labour

Performs general labour tasks (cleaning up debris, filling sandbags) in support of the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.

HWF Mission Ready Group: General Labour Support

Overall Function
 Performs general labour tasks (cleaning up debris, filling sandbags) in support of the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
 1 MRG Supervisor
3 Team Leads
15 Support personnel
1 Medical Aid
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

15 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle

Transportation

Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and supplies.

 5 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 3500 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 4 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (6-7 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 21 x portable heaters; 20 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 2 x portable toilet; 2 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: Wellness Checks Support

Overall Function
 Performs wellness checks of vulnerable populations in support of the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Makes brief house-to-house or building visits, assesses the wellbeing of residents and ensures that they have sufficient food, medication and basic necessities. Information is documented in a wellness screening form. Distributes evacuation orders when necessary. Assist with evacuations as needed, or alerts AHJ to arrange for emergency assistance or transport; confirms the evacuation of any resident(s). Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
 1 MRG Supervisor
3 Team Leads
15 Support personnel
1 Medical Aid
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

15 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 8 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 4 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (6-7 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 21 x portable heaters; 20 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 2 x portable toilet; 2 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: Safety and Traffic Management Support

Overall Function
 Provide Safety and Traffic Management support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Provides access control to damaged buildings, road closures and hazardous areas. Deters criminal activity at damaged/vacated properties, or storage areas containing humanitarian relief supplies. Maintains orderly traffic flow at intersections with nonfunctional traffic lights, along detours, and away from damaged areas or impassable roads; maintains clear passageways for emergency vehicles. Remains compliant with local, provincial/territorial, and federal regulations. Able to work in hazardous areas. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
 1 MRG Supervisor
3 Team Leads
15 Support personnel
1 Medical Aid
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

15 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 8 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 4 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (6-7 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 21 x portable heaters; 20 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 2 x portable toilet; 2 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: Geomatics

Overall Function
 Provide geomatics support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Proficiently uses maps and GPS to safely and effectively navigate, orientate and relay accurate coordinates during a mission. Utilises digital mapping software to gather field team GPS data and plot on maps, including post incident hazards (downed power lines, fires, gas leaks), survivors and victims. Assists Incident Command Planning Section with focusing the correct rescue resource to the appropriate locations. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
 1 MRG Supervisor
2 Team Leads
6 Support personnel
1 Medical Aid
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

15 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 3 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 3 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (5 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 11 x portable heaters; 10 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 1 x portable toilet; 1 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: First Aid

Overall Function
 Provide basic First Aid support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Address medical issues in the field appropriately, if ready access to 911 or EMS is delayed, disrupted or unavailable. Assist with moving victim(s) away from danger towards shelter/triage. Assist EMS with mass casualty triage and treatment. Document victims’ and related incident details. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
 1 MRG Supervisor
3 Team Leads
15 Support personnel
1 Medical Aid
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

15 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 8 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 4 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (6-7 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 21 x portable heaters; 20 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 2 x portable toilet; 2 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: Operational Communications Support

Overall Function
 Provides operational communications support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Supports the accurate and timely transfer of information among search teams, the AHJ and reception centers, using 2 way radios, ham radios, satellite and cell phones, or verbally. Documents and files communications as required. Responsible for radio maintenance and oversight. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS

1 MRG Supervisor
2 Team Leads
1 Medical Aid
6 Support personnel
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

6 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 3 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 3 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (5 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 11 x portable heaters; 10 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 1 x portable toilet; 1 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: Logistics Support

Overall Function
 Provides operational communications support to the AHJ and MIST/MIMT. Supports the accurate and timely transfer of information among search teams, the AHJ and reception centers, using 2 way radios, ham radios, satellite and cell phones, or verbally. Documents and files communications as required. Responsible for radio maintenance and oversight. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
 1 MRG Supervisor
2 Team Leads
6 Support personnel
1 Medical Aid
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 MRG Supervisor

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

3 Team Leads

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Medical Aid

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

6 Responders

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 3 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 3 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (5 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 11 x portable heaters; 10 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 1 x portable toilet; 1 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).

HWF Mission Ready Group: Incident Management Support

Overall Function
 Provide personnel to support the AHJ or MIST/MIMT, including general administrative duties (ordering, correspondence, flow of information). Oversee the command and coordination of modular taskings depending on the incident’s size and complexity. Able to work in hazardous environments. Functions competently within an ICS organizational structure as part of a team.
COMPOSITION & ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
1 Incident Coordinator
1 Operation Section Manager
1 Planning Section Manager
1 Logistics Section Manager
Law enforcement, re-supply and shelter support for the team as per the service agreement with the requesting agency.

 

CAPABILITIES:

COMPONENT
METRIC
DETAILS
SPECIFICS

Personnel

MRG Supervisor

1 Incident Coordinator

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a SAR Manager. Has completed ICS 200 training; ICS 300 is recommended.

Personnel

Team Lead

1 Operation Section Manager

 Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Team Leader. Has completed ICS 100 training; ICS 200 is recommended.

Personnel

Support to the MRG only.

1 Planning Section Manager

 Has a valid, 80-120 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 Advanced First Aid course. Has advanced CISM training.

Personnel

Support

1 Logistics Section Manager

All personnel have the following knowledge, skills and certifications:

  • Met the CSA SARVAC Z1620 core competency standards for a Searcher.
  • Has completed ICS 100 training.
  • Has a valid, minimum 16 hour, CSA Standard Z1210-17 First Aid CPR C & AED course.
  • Undergone vulnerable person’s checks.
  • Proficient 2 way radio and GPS skills.
  • Uniformed, dressed and equipped for any weather, terrain and hazards.
  • Take precautions to ensure the safety of themselves, their team and victims.
  • Has an awareness of CISM.
Vehicle Transportation Vehicle(s) capable of transporting personnel, equipment and suppplies. 2 crew cab Pickups, fuel cards (est. 5600 liters of fuel per week)

Equipment

Materials and Supplies (based on 20 people for a 7 day deployment)

Self-sustaining for 12 hours to include personal protective equipment (PPE), food, water, and fuel. Basic communications and navigation equipment (cell phones, 2 way radios, GPS); extra batteries. First Aid kit containing essential supplies. Tools and equipment for the task at hand.

Accommodations: 2 x 8-10 person tents if hotels aren’t available (4 people per tent + 1 utility tent for gear); 5 x portable heaters; 4 x (foam mat or cots, sleeping bags, pillows, tent lights, individual foot lockers); 1 x portable toilet; 1 x portable shower.

Sustenance: Per diem or 420 boxes of MREs, 5 x portable stoves, 5 x lrg pots; 1680 x 500ml water bottles (or water purification system). Estimate 10 liters of cooking fuel per week.

Additional Equipment:

Per Person: 1 x notebook, 5 x pens; Cellphone (personal or Comms Cache supplied (S-300) with PoC app installed if members’ cellphone not working); GPS, 1-2 spare USB power pack; PPE (CSA approved hardhat, safety glasses, leather gloves, safety boots, N95 mask, hearing protection, high visibility vest).

Per Team: (i.e., 1 Team Lead + 5 Responders) + MRG Supervisor: PoC System Remote Speaker Mic; VHF Radio + Spare Battery (if available); inReach satellite comm system; CSA approved Basic First Aid kit Z1220-17 (R2021)

Per MRG: Iridium PTT Handset (e/w speaker mic, spare battery, and external antenna); J-pole roll up antenna. Built for 149.080 e/w 16′ coax cable with Kenwood connector (SMA Male- TBC). Portable Collapsible Mast 20′ fiberglass fishing pole. Line with weight for tree installations; internet access, Repeaters, networking equipment, interop controllers per comms plan.

Per vehicle: External Radio Antenna. Stico Flexi Whip 1/4 wave cut to 149.080, NMO base. Mount kit e/w magnetic mount, luggage rack mount and lip mount NMO base, PL-259 coax. Kenwood Portable Radio adapter (SO-239 to SMA(m) TBC).