Training Library

Welcome to the Mountain Rescue Education Training Library.

NOTE: This page is being revised creating major training categories into a dedicated web pages.
The first completed is Helicopters Use in Search and Rescue.

More dedicated pages coming soon!

nps-technical-rescue-handbook
National Park Service Technical Rescue Handbook 
nps
National Park Service Swiftwater Rescue Manual 
alaska
State of Alaska Cold Injuries Guidelines
media
Working with the Media in Search and Rescue
risks
Risks in Mountain Rescue Operations
outdoorleaders
SAR for Outdoor Leaders
sitaware
Situational Awareness in Search and Rescue Operations
High Performance Operations
Triage and Dispatch for SAR Managers and Telecommunications
Field Team Leadership
MRA 105.1 National Personnel Policy Guidelines(Powerpoint – short version)
MRA 105.1 National Personnel Policy Guidelines(Powerpoint – longer version)

Rescue Team Media Samples

Some of these are provided in both .pdf and Word format so they can be customized for individual teams.

Rescue Team SamplesPDF FileWord File
Media Team Fact SheetPDF File
Media Search Fact SheetPDF File
Media Avalanche Fact SheetPDF File
Charging for RescuePDF FileWord File
Sample Press ReleasePDF FileWord File
"Big Mission" Press ReleaseWord File

 

For further information on MRA educational programs contact:

Charley Shimanski
MRA Education Director
Charley.Shimanski@gmail.com
303-909-9348