Easy Searcher Unit

Overview: There are two Easy Searcher Avalanche Training Systems owned by ASARA: one located in Anchorage and one  located in Juneau. Each region will decide how the equipment will best be utilized for ASARA members and teams within that region.

Easy Searcher Unit, Southeast: ASARA stationed an Easy Searcher Avalanche Training System consisting of one control unit and eight portable targets at Eaglecrest Ski Area in Juneau. Consistent with policy the Easy Searcher will be available to all ASARA members. Subject to normal deterioration from age, use or defect in construction of the unit, Juneau Mountain Rescue is responsible for keeping the unit in operational status and will provide local training and storage for the unit. They will make staging and deployment decisions that maximizes the availability and readiness of the unit. Contact Juneau Mountain Rescue at mailto: Operations@juneaumountainrescue.org.

Although the Easy Searcher Unit was purchased for ASARA member’s use, there may be opportunities  when the Easy Searcher Unit may be used for general education and/or promotional purposes. The ASARA President and Southeast Region Director will review any requests to use the Easy Searcher unit for non-ASARA members.

Easy Searcher Unit, Anchorage: ASARA stationed an Easy Searcher Avalanche Training System consisting of one control unit and eight portable targets in the ASARA locker at the Anchorage SAR Cache. Consistent with policy the Easy Searcher will be available to all ASARA members. Subject to normal deterioration from age, use or defect in construction of the unit, Alaska Mountain Rescue Group is responsible for keeping the unit in operational status and will provide local training and storage for the unit. They will make staging and deployment decisions that maximizes the availability and readiness of the unit. Contact AMRG at alaskamountainrescuegroup@gmail.com.

Although the Easy Searcher Unit was purchased for ASARA member's use, there may be opportunities when the Easy Searcher Unit may be used for general education and/or promotional purposes. The ASARA President and South Central Region Director will review any requests to use the Easy Searcher unit for non-ASARA members.

ASARA CMC ENFORCER LOAD CELL KITS

Overview: There are two CMC Enforcer Load Cell Kits owned by ASARA: one located in Anchorage and one located in Girdwood. These kits can be utilized by any ASARA team. For information on the Enforcer go to the CMC website @ http://www.cmcrescue.com/equipment/enforcer/. 

CMC Enforcer Load Cell Kit: The Enforcer load cell can be used to measure force on a rope rescue system during training, missions or testing. It has two measuring modes, slow and fast. In slow mode it can measure force on an anchor system, high line, deflection line or slow pull test. In fast mode it can measure peak force in drop testing either at the load or the anchor. The Enforcer has Bluetooth connectivity and with the Enforcer App for IOS devices it is possible to graph forces and share them via email. The load cell can measure forces up to 20 kN.

Use and Care:

Maintenance – Clean and dry after each use to remove dust, debris and moisture. During use, carrying and storage, keep the Enforcer away from acids, alkalis, and strong chemicals. Do not expose to flame or high temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location. Do not store where it may be exposed to moist air, particularly where dissimilar metals are stored together. Remove the batteries after each use.

Repair – Shall be performed by the manufacturer. All other work or modifications may void the warranty and releases CMC Rescue from all liability and responsibility as the manufacturer.

Inspection – Inspect the Enforcer before and after each use. Look for cracks, dents, elongation of the swivels, corrosion or excessive wear. Verify that the swivels rotate freely and that the axle bolts have not loosened. If any significant damage is observed, the device should be removed from service. Minor nicks or sharp spots may be smoothed with emery paper. Moisture, ice, salt, sand, snow, chemicals and other factors can prevent proper operation or can greatly accelerate wear and damage the electronics. If the Enforcer is dropped or impact loaded it should be thoroughly inspected before being returned to service. In most cases a visual inspection will not be able to determine if it has been damaged. Based on the history of the incident, if there is any doubt regarding the safety of the Enforcer, it should be removed from service and retired. Occasionally apply a known force to verify Enforcer accuracy.

To request use of an Enforcer:  Contact either codyb@alyeskaresort.com at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood or alaskamountainrescuegroup@gmail.com in Anchorage.