| Below you will find a sample "procedure" or "guide". I posted it here so you can get an idea of where to start with your own Search and Rescue team "Operating Procedures" or "Operating Guide". You can use it as a start for writing your search and rescue team's procedures. |
This SOG documents and describes the steps in processing an application for membership in the ___ County
Mounted Search and Rescue Unit.
Procedures
1. The applicant will complete the membership application and it will be submitted to the ____ County Sheriff’s Department
2. On completion of background check by the sheriff’s department, applicant will be added to the member database and a member number will be issued.
3. Member will be added to the telephone call out list but will be limited to ground searching under the supervision of a certified member until he obtains certification.
4. At such time as the new member completes the requirements for active status, the member will be issued an ID card and patch.
5. Member will attend SAR training and get certification within one year of application.
