scope:

The Standard provides training curriculum requirements for ground search and rescue (GSAR) operations for the three core roles of searcher, team leader, and search and rescue (SAR) manager. The Standard provides guidance to curriculum developers for the design of the curriculum and guidance to trainers for the delivery of the curriculum. The aim is to help enhance the ability to train, exercise, and learn in order to achieve an enhanced level of professionalism and to help ensure that curriculum is delivered consistently and meets high standards of quality.