Table 1. Components of community-based SAR

SAR component Description required Training / infrastructure Participation type
Manpower (volunteers & professionals) Physical search, debris removal, first aid, coordination CERT, EMT, SAR training Volunteer and official team
Drone operators Aerial imaging, temperature detection, area scanning Drone license, coordination protocol Pre-authorized individual
Technological systems GPS tracking, digital mapping, communication devices Technology literacy Volunteer / professional
Command and coordination center Resource management, communication, decision making ICS training Authorized personnel only
Community engagement Support, resupply, information sharing Basic disaster training After certified public training
SAR, search and rescue; CERT, Community Emergency Response Teams; EMT, emergency medical technician; SAR, search and rescue; ICS, ındustrial control system.