D4H: FAQ
How do I access D4H? D4H may be accessed by going to https://epcsar.d4h.org or by visiting https://d4h.org and clicking the Sign In button in the top right. What is my D4H login? Your D4H login is not the same as your ROCS login. D4H has its own username and password that you setup when you…
Read MoreSupplement: Google Drive
Internal team files are stored on Google Drive and are accessible to team members. Accessing Google Drive Go to https://drive.google.com Log in using your @epcsar.org email address. You must be logged into Google with this email address to access these files. No other email addresses will be granted access. On the left side of the screen, expand…
Read MoreD4H Supplement: General Instruction
D4H is the attendance and tracking software used by EPCSAR to supplement functionality previously in ROCS. The ROCS system is continuing to function in various functions including building access, security system operations, cameras, paging in coordination with Active911, and LANDsar hosting. While these instructions should cover what the primary use case of D4H is for…
Read MoreD4H Supplement: Exercises / Training
Click the Add Exercise button in the D4H Dashboard: Fill out the Basic form (Note: All this information can be changed until after the training has occurred and the exercise has been approved.) Provide a descriptive name for the event. For example, “Classroom Training: SARTOPO” Select the location of the training on the map. This…
Read MoreD4H Supplement: Events / Committee Meetings / Maintenance
Click the Add Event button in the D4H Dashboard: Fill out the Basic form (Note: All this information can be changed until after the event has occurred and the event has been approved.) Provide a descriptive name for the event. For example, “Board Meeting” Select the location of the event on the map. This is…
Read MoreD4H Supplement: Mission Reports/Incidents
Click the Add Incident button on the D4H Dashboard: Click the 5 digit number next to activity ref and change it to the EPCSAR case number. Provide a descriptive name for the incident. I recommend location situation activity. For example Lower Barr Trail Injured Hiker. Continue to fill out the form on the “Basic” tab…
Read MoreD4H Supplement: Attendance Tab
Correct completion of the attendance tab is critical for reporting. Prior to events/exercises/incidents, the attendance tab should list everyone invited to the event. The list of people on the attendance tab will have the event added to their calendar. If they have calendar syncing set up this even will then show up in their Google…
Read MoreAppendix A – SCARAB
The SCARAB friction device is made by Conterra, Inc. Conterra designed the device for rappelling and lowering rescue loads. The device and techniques for its use have been extensively tested by the company, and it meets National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for General Rescue equipment. WHEN USED PROPERLY, the SCARAB is suitable for rescue…
Read MoreAppendix B – Use of the Rescue 8
APPENDIX B – BASIC USE OF THE RESCUE EIGHT Rescue eight, single wrapped for rappel; safety prusik above device Rescue eight, double wrapped for rappel; safety prusik above device Rescue eight, tied-off/locked off (courtesy, CMC Rope Rescue Manual, 4th Edition)
Read MoreAppendix C – Search Strategy and Tactics
One of the primary functions of EPCSAR is to search for lost people. The objective of a search is to find the lost person in the minimum amount of time. The strategies used by EPCSAR are largely based upon techniques taught in the courses: Managing the Lost Person Incident; Managing Land Search Operations; Incident Command…
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