Survival Guidelines Flashcards
What does SAR stand for?
Search and rescue
What is survival guidelines?
A set of basic rules meant to support the resourcefulness of the survivors after an emergency landing in a deserted area, with the purpose of preserving life until the arrival of search and rescue.
How much water does the average human body contain?
Approximately 50 litres of water.
If __% of water is lost (from the 50 litres) death will occur
25% (12.5 litres)
After losing about __ litres of water a person will become comatose
5 litres
How much blood does the average human have?
About 5.7 litres
The loss of __ litres of blood will result in death
2.3 litres
What is the normal temperature of a human?
36.9°c , but can fluctuate between 34.4°c - 41.1°c
Why must the balance of chemicals in the body be maintained?
A severe lack of chemicals or too high levels in the body can damage one’s health.
What are the four principles of survival?
- Protection
- Location
- Water
- Food
How must distress signals be made?
Out of strips of fabric, wood or stone. These symbols must be at least 2.5 meters long and clearly visible from the air.
What is the distress signal for ‘require assistance’?
V
What is the distress signal for ‘require medical assistance’?
X
What is the distress signal for ‘no: negative’ ?
N
What is the distress signal for ‘yes/ affirmative’
Y
What is the distress signal for ‘proceeding in this direction’
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Who may the SAR team decide to rescue first?
Injured persons
Women with children
