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Incident & Group Management

This course is designed to train participants in the use of Incident Management  (IMAN) and Group Management (GMAN) software for application in search and rescue operations. The focus is on SAR resource management including creating and assigning teams, tracking physical and human resources and manipulation of reference points, GPS, GR and map grid reference data to improve search efficiency. The course uses practical search management scenarios and integrates the use of incident management software with selected mapping programs in the search and rescue context.

Duration: The core course material is normally delivered over two days with pre- course work (available on line). Assessment occurs alongside the training.Eligible for NZLSAR subsidy

Course recommended for: search and rescue personnel involved in the Incident Management Team

Prerequisite: an understanding of computer systems and involvement in the search and rescue sector  is an advantage.

Equipment requirements: Pre course work accomplished, pens, paper, calculator

Venue recommendations: Classroom type facilities with whiteboard/ datascreen facilities. Note: up to 12 laptops with program are supplied.Venue hire, participant accommodation and catering are a local cost.

Course Numbers: Twelve (12)

The course includes three modules: