Site Selection Flashcards
The recommended minimum space per person is
2.3 cubic feet
Recommended space between sleeping beds is
10 inches - head to foot
Small shelter systems may be used for long periods of time such as:
TEMPER tents and Alaska Small Shelter Systems
I. The most common equipment setup.
II. Containerized Deployment Kitchen or initial deployment kitchen. It is a self- sustaining kitchen that prepares B and Unitized group rations (UGR).
III. Refrigeration Unit.
Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR)
Most commonly used at bare bases (austere environments)
BEAR 550
Environmental Factors for Site Selection
Prevailing wind
Evacuation routes
Geography
Terrain
Climate
Elevation
hot, dry, and cold regions
Intermediate zone
Intermediate zone concerns:
a. Dense brush.
b. Deep vegetation.
c. Research flood plains and any unusual conditions effecting site development.
Wet warm regions with rain forests
tropical zone
Tropical zone concerns:
a. Initial base set up is crucial.
b. Sub-grade soil characteristics.
c. Groundwater and surface drainage are the primary planning considerations.
regions in the Northern hemisphere
Frigid Zone
Frigid Zone concerns:
a. Deep snow.
b. Seasonally frozen ground.
c. Frozen lakes, rivers, and glaciers.
d. High winds may lead to deterioration of shelters.
e. Frozen Terrain – building your site and waste management are the biggest concerns.
f. Altitude – high altitude will require adjusting to the oxygen difference. Hypoxia can cause low blood oxygen that can lead to disorientation.
g. Slope – Drainage could cause flooding during heavy rains.
hot humid coastal or the hot dry interior desert environment
Desert Zone
Desert Zone concerns:
a. High temps lead to heat injuries.
b. Little potential for nearby water sources.
c. Wind circulation or sand storms may damage tents.
Living Facilities should be placed:
At least 50ft from latrines
Sleeping away from flight-line due to noise
