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12	Why do this? Capture better information: Much information is lost during the course of a search, this system can capture much of it without the users having to compile it later. Task recommendations, Task priority, Areas not searched Save time: Tasks completed maps instantly Location of Team instantly After Action Report instantly Handle large searches easier
13	Drawbacks: Equipment is expensive and fragile (price coming down, no more expensive than radios) Plan to use Pelican cases for protection of all equipment Requires extra training for staff If results are better, faster, it’s worth the investment Can be made part of staff curriculum, or group level training Requires extra equipment transport to search Full system in 3 cases. Make scalable so not all stations are necessary
14	Existing Efforts A google search for (search rescue software) revealed only two real entries. Canadian “Search Manager” Software Non mapping Coast Guard nautical chart viewer No records or statistics capability Other interesting results: Tonka search and rescue truck game (19.99) Helicopter rescue simulation game from global star software ($29.99) PSAR, DogsEAST and other groups routinely generate maps with computer software for trainings and searches. We can create a way to use the speed and accuracy advantages of the computer and still keep our fields SOP’s intact.
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