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Show APPENDIX i Equipment ( a) Specifications, Sources, and Costs Specifications, sources, and costs of equipment typically suitable for avalanche rescue are tabulated below. This list is furnished for the convenience of purchasing officers in planning costs and procuring supplies. Mention of specific products and supplies does not constitute endorsement by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. Other products with the same characteristics may be used as well. Although sometimes more expensive, lightweight equipment should be given preference over similar heavier versions. In addition, the selected equipment should be simple to operate and able to withstand the rigors of winter rescue. Equipment Avalanche Cord Avalanche Probes ( Collapsible) Avalanche Probes ( one piece) Avalanche Probes ( Sect ional) Gl imbing Rope Specificat ion Perlon avalanche cord. Red braided cord with markers every 6 feet showing the distance and direction to the victim. Made by Edelrid. 20- inch sections joined by steel cable. Total length extended, 10.5 feet. Cable tightened by wing nut. See Page 6 . Mast section MS- 116A. Sectional antennas in 3- foot lengths, screw together. These are exceptionally strong and durable. Plymouth Goldline. 3/ 8" x 150' - 5 2 lbs. B586A6. Source Recreation Equipment, Inc. 1525 Hth Ave. Seattle, Washington 98122 Colorado Mountain Sports, Denver, Colorado Henry Products Company - 85O Rockaway Ave. , Brooklyn, N. Y. Recreation Equipment, Inc. 1525 11th Ave. Seattle, Wash. 98112 Cost B088B19 52 ft. long $ 1.10 B088B20 100 ft. long $ 1.95 $ 8.50 per probe $ 4.50 per sect ion $ 15.00 • |
