Santa Barbara County Search & Rescue Teams Sharpen Skills in Search Scenario Training

Over the past weekend Santa Barbara County Search & Rescue (SBCSAR) team members completed multiple trainings to sharpen their skills necessary for successful rescues.

On Saturday, the team conducted helicopter operations in conjunction with Santa Barbara County Air Support Unit, covering skills such as remote area insertion, hover step procedures, along with assessing wind speed and direction to safely guide a helicopter into a landing zone, along with area familiarization.

Training continued for the team on Sunday, with a search scenario of an overdue hiker in the area of Hot Springs Trail and San Ysidro Trail. The emphasis was on improving team collaboration, technical proficiency with search tools, effective communication amidst radio traffic, and dynamic problem-solving.

The trainings were not only informative but also interactive and engaging, catering to individuals at all skill levels within our team. As we continue our commitment to serving our community with excellence, these training sessions play a crucial role in ensuring we're prepared for any emergency situation.

As Santa Barbara County Search & Rescue continues its commitment to serving the community with excellence, training sessions like these play a vital role in ensuring teams are well-prepared and equipped to handle any emergency situation that may arise.