A couple of questions. Isn't SAR under the direction of the Sheriff's Dept., and run by the Sheriff's dept.?
Also, are they saying that Deputies are 'Un-trainable'? I imagine most SAR members started their career with very little experience, and had to be trained.
My guess is the Sheriff recognizes that, as with ALL SAR call outs, several deputies are assigned to assist. However, they find themselves sitting around unable to help because of lack of training. If they're already going to be there getting paid, they mighty as well get trained so they can help.
Sounds to me like some SAR guys are being a little over protective of their so-called ‘expert skills’.
jmo.
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Also, are they saying that Deputies are 'Un-trainable'? I imagine most SAR members started their career with very little experience, and had to be trained.
My guess is the Sheriff recognizes that, as with ALL SAR call outs, several deputies are assigned to assist. However, they find themselves sitting around unable to help because of lack of training. If they're already going to be there getting paid, they mighty as well get trained so they can help.
Sounds to me like some SAR guys are being a little over protective of their so-called ‘expert skills’.
jmo.
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