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Urban Search and Rescue

USAR is a specialised technical rescue capability for the location and rescue of entrapped people following a structural collapse.

USAR Structure
Capabilities
Training
Equipment
Entry guidelines for international taskforces
Significant and influential
USAR operations
History of USAR in Australia
USAR Links

Further details may be obtained from the relevant EMA staff at usar@ema.gov.au
or the respective state or territory
Fire and emergency Service organisation.

This information has has been developed in conjunction with the National Urban Search and Rescue Working Group.

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