From valkryder at verizon.net Fri Jul 8 18:53:09 2016 From: valkryder at verizon.net (Jack Burgoyne) Date: Fri, 08 Jul 2016 18:53:09 -0400 Subject: [MohawkARC] NEK9 Communications Officer Message-ID: To: Mohawk ARC Members NEK9 seeks to fill the position of Communications Officer. This volunteer position has overall responsibility for the efficient coordination and operation of all search-related communications among all fielded teams. NEK9?s Mission: To provide, without cost, trained search & rescue personnel and K-9?s to the citizens of Vermont & New Hampshire. These resources are available night & day, 365 days a year ?so that others may live?. The attached document details position responsibilities, prerequisites, and duties. If interested in applying, contact Ms. Donna Larson: email: info at nek9sar.org webpage: www.nek9sar.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nek9sar/ 73? Jack ? W1PFZ From valkryder at verizon.net Fri Jul 8 19:10:27 2016 From: valkryder at verizon.net (Jack Burgoyne) Date: Fri, 08 Jul 2016 19:10:27 -0400 Subject: [MohawkARC] NEK9 Communications Officer Message-ID: <0E15E709EE114F2ABF9A79709D04C1F2@DenLaptop> To Mohawk ARC Members, It looks like the Job Description didn?t attach, so here it is the long way. 73? Jack ? W1PFZ Communications Officer Communication is an integral part of the overall operation and success of NEK9. The Communications Officer (CO) has overall responsibility for the efficient coordination and operation of all search-related communications among all fielded teams. In addition, the CO acts as the liaison between the OL and search management, serving as the main conduit for the two-way flow of critical information. The CO must be familiar with SAR concepts (including successful completion of a search management course such as the Managing the Lost Person Incident (MLPI) seminar offered by the National Association for Search and Rescue), and specific SAR concepts as they apply to searching with dogs. Application Procedure: NEK9 may accept some applicants who possess general knowledge of radio equipment and protocol as well as a familiarity with Search and Rescue (SAR) concepts. If accepted, the applicant will be assigned one of the current Certified Communications Officers as a mentor. When deemed ready by their mentor and the OL, the trainee can take the Communications Officer Certification Test. The test will be administered by one of the Certified Communications Officers and the OL (or the OLs designated alternate). Basic Radio Skills: The Communications Officer (CO) must be familiar with all radios used by the team, including licensed frequencies and the frequencies used by Agencies Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). The CO will advise the team on preferred frequency to use at searches. The CO should be able to perform basic radio troubleshooting, particularly regarding battery or antennas problems, and should have extra fully charged batteries available. The CO needs to be able to move the radio base location if communication problems occur. The radio base location should be chosen by selecting an area that is conducive to radio transmissions, after careful consideration of terrain, power lines, and/or other pertinent criteria. Computers. Mapping Software, and Printers: The CO should be able to set up and use NEK9 computers and printers. The CO will have a solid working knowledge of the current mapping programs and will be able to enter coordinates, download GPS tracks and waypoints, print maps, and share that data with search management either verbally or by external drives. The CO should have sufficient computer skills and experience to perform basic troubleshooting of hardware and software problems. GPS: The Communications Officer should have a working knowledge of GPS units in order to assist team with technical issues. Terminology: The CO should have a working knowledge of SAR terminology and concepts. Generally all radio communications use ?plain speech?. The Communications Officer should be able to use NEK9 radio call signs and codes for reporting found subjects. Team Status and Safety: During training and searches, the CO is the de facto Safety Officer for NEK9 teams in the field. The CO must maintain a sign-in/sign-out sheet on all searches and keep a list of teams and assigned areas. The CO must check with solo teams every 30 minutes and all other teams every hour. If unable to contact the team, the CO should ask the nearest team to relay the communications. If unable to contact the team or if the team requires assistance, the CO should communicate with the OL and/or search management, and dispatch immediate help. At any point during a search, the CO should be able to provide the OL and/or search management with a verbal or written list of fielded teams, approximate location, and estimated times to completion of assigned areas. If the missing subject has been found before all responding members have arrived on scene, the CO will contact those members. At the conclusion of a search, the CO is responsible for notifying all teams to return to base and receiving their acknowledgement. Communications with Officials: The CO should display a good working relationship with state and local officials. Listening skills are essential. The CO must collect information from resources and share with the OL in a consistent professional manner. Information must be written to ensure the OL receives the most current data. Communications with Others: The CO is often located in a highly visible location at searches. For much of the search, the OL and teams are in the field and unavailable to subject?s family and press. Therefore, family and the press frequently approach the CO. The CO is allowed to provide general information on how airscent canines work and provide a NEK9 business card upon request. Any questions relating to the search must be directed to search management. Record Keeping: The CO will be familiar with all the forms used to record data: Sign-in, sign-out sheets Radio log Search assignments on topographical maps Current membership list Missing Person Information Sheet One Call Dispatching Instruction Sheet Debrief Form Assignments of Areas: Search area assignments for NEK9 teams are made by the OL in consultation with search management. The Communications Officer is to record which canine/handler teams (and which field assistants) are designated to each area. Radio base is responsible for logging any changes made by the OL during the search. While searching is in progress, the Communications Officer will often work with search management to determine next steps, and will then consult with the OL for final authorization. Other Duties: In certain situations, the CO may be asked to assist the search agencies with radio communications and documentation. From valkryder at verizon.net Thu Jul 21 14:20:38 2016 From: valkryder at verizon.net (Jack Burgoyne) Date: Thu, 21 Jul 2016 14:20:38 -0400 Subject: [MohawkARC] Incandescent Floods Message-ID: Hello all, I have four incandescent floods [ 2@ 75w? & 2 @ 90w?] that I swapped out with LEDs. If anyone can use them... 73? Jack ? W1PFZ From valkryder at verizon.net Sun Jul 31 21:23:07 2016 From: valkryder at verizon.net (Jack Burgoyne) Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2016 21:23:07 -0400 Subject: [MohawkARC] 80' Tower For Sale Message-ID: <6FBEF6243D4C42ADA1B1C814AE9CC0F1@DenLaptop> For Sale: 80? U.S. Tower aluminum stand alone tower. Down and ready to be picked up. Tower bottom section has a bent leg, which can be cut off 12" or so and good to go. The top section has a pad for a rotor. Price: $400. Located in Rindge, NH, close to Rte 119. If interested, email me and I will put you in touch with seller. 73, - Jack / W1PFZ