Search and Rescue

SAR Team Leader

Designed for those moving into a leadership role, participants learn how to lead with clarity, manage team dynamics and apply protocols that ensure safe and successful search operations. Training covers key responsibilities, protocols, and coordination practices essential for directing safe, effective operations across all core SAR competencies as follows:

Navigation
Communication
Search techniques
Scene management
Human factors
Lost person behaviour
Resources
Transportation & equipment safety
Hazard awareness / Environment
First aid and survival skills

program details

Pre-Requisites:

SAR Fundamentals and 5 documented SAR missions

Program Duration:

This program includes 2.5 days of hands-on training both indoors and in the field.

Includes:

SAR Fundamentals Certification:

Valid for 3 years
Meets CSA Standard Z1625-16