0. Electronic Search and Rescue System for People at Risk
Familiarize participants with the operation of the LoJack SafetyNet program
Instruct participants on how the program and system works and all the components of client management
Objectives will be accomplished by covering topics such as:
LoJack and History of Electronic SAR
The SafetyNet program
Autism, Alzheimer’s, and other Dementia or Cognitive Conditions
Program Management and Client Enrollment
SafetyNet Equipment and its Operation
Search Techniques and Applications
Field Training
Public Safety Agency Training Program
Version 3 – August 2010

1. Course Objectives
Familiarize participants with the operation of the LoJack SafetyNet Program
Instruct participants on how the program and system works and all the components of client management
Objectives will be accomplished by covering topics such as:
LoJack and History of Electronic Search and Rescue (SAR)
LoJack SafetyNet Program
Autism, Alzheimer’s, and other Dementia or Cognitive Conditions
Program Management System Overview
LoJack SafetyNet Equipment and its Operation
Search Techniques and Applications
Field Training
Written and Practical Testing

2. Agenda 8:00 - 8:30AM Opening Remarks/Introductions/Course Discussion
8:30 - 8:45AM LoJack Corporation and the SafetyNet Program
8:45 - 9:30AM Autism and Related Conditions for the First Responder
9: :30AM Alzheimer’s and Related Conditions for the First Responder
10: :45AM Program Management System
11: :45PM LoJack SafetyNet Electronic SAR Equipment Familiarization
11: :00PM Written Test
12: :30PM LUNCH
12:30 - 2:00PM Practice Field Exercises and Searching Techniques
2:15 - 3:15PM Field Exercises (Testing)
3:15 - 4:30PM Vehicle Tracking
4:30 - 5:00PM Course Review/Questions/Certification

3. About LoJack Corporation
Premier worldwide provider of tracking and recovery systems
Utilizes proven Radio Frequency technology
Most appropriate for tracking and recovery or rescue
Operates on FCC allocated frequency
Delivers 90% Success Rate for cars and trucks
Fully integrated with law enforcement
Available in 28 states plus the District of Columbia and 30 Countries around the world
More than 8 Million units installed globally
More than $5 Billion in assets recovered globally
Over 250,000 vehicles

4. LoJack: Our Mission – Our Vision
LoJack will be the pre-eminent brand synonymous with helping to find, protect and recover anyone or anything of value anywhere around the world at any time.
To be the unsurpassed global leader in finding and recovering mobile assets and people by delivering innovative solutions and services that leverage our strong relationship with law enforcement

5. Expanding LoJack
to meet a growing need

6. Wandering: A Growing Concern
Approximately 127,000 people get lost annually in the United States
Roughly 34,000 are reported to police
Approximately 13,000 are never found
Resources are required for Search & Rescue of wanderers
Law Enforcement required to search for those with diminished capacity who are missing
This program is about life and death situations where you can make a difference

7. Wandering: A Growing Concern

8. Wandering: A Growing Concern

9. Wandering: A Growing Concern

10. Wandering: A Growing Concern

11. Technology for Keeping People at Risk Safe
Using some form of new technology is ONE OPTION among other strategies for coping with wandering behavior
Most comprehensive study to-date: conducted by the Locating Technology Project at McMaster University in Toronto in 2006, funded by the Canadian government

12. Locating Technology Project
Five Systems Tested
Two distinct types of technology
Global Positioning System (GPS)
Radio Frequency (RF)
“Both technologies have advantages: the GPS based systems provide theoretically exact and historical location information of the person wearing the device whereas RF systems can easily pinpoint the location of a person wearing the device when they are in close proximity.”

13. Locating Technology Project Bottom Line Results
Of the 5 systems tested, 4 were GPS technology and 1 was RF technology
Only the RF technology system, working with trained public safety personnel, successfully located the wearer in every instance.

14. Electronic Search And Rescue (SAR)
43rd Virginia SAR team in Chesapeake, Virginia starts Project Lifesaver in 1999
LoJack Corp. acquires Locator Systems equipment manufacturer in April, 2008
In December, 2008 Project Lifesaver and LoJack agree to work together to expand the availability of the program
In March 2010, both organizations agreed to provide their own separate programs. LoJack SafetyNet is concentrating primarily on select metropolitan areas.
LoJack will continue to provide equipment to Project Lifesaver, but will offer its own program - LoJack SafetyNet
Over 1,100 agencies are currently using LoJack SafetyNet equipment in 46 U.S. states and Canada
More than 2,100 saved lives since 1999
Key Benefits:
Save Time
Save Money
Save Community Resources
Save Lives!!!!

15. LoJack SafetyNet Overview
Enables public safety agencies to conduct effective electronic search and rescue operations
Utilizes Proven Radio Frequency Technology
Designed for those with cognitive conditions who wander
Autism, Down syndrome, Alzheimer’s and other similar conditions
Search and Rescue technology and training provided to public safety agencies at no cost
LoJack SafetyNet service components:
Personal Locator Bracelet (PLB) worn on wrist or ankle of client
24 X 7 emergency caregiver support
Search and rescue database of key information about clients for public safety agencies
Search and rescue receivers for public safety agencies
Training and ongoing support for public safety officials
Trained Specialists provide comprehensive caregiver support in the enrollment process

16. LoJack SafetyNet Overview

17. Autism and Related Conditions for the First Responder
Autism Facts
Causes
Diagnosis
Common Characteristics
Recognizing Someone with an ASD
Approaching Someone with an ASD
Transporting Someone with an ASD
ASD = Autism Spectrum Disorders

18. Autism Facts
Nearly 1.5 million people live with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the United States
Approximately 1 in 100 people are born today have ASD Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is growing at a rate of about 10-17% per year
A new case of autism is diagnosed every 20 minutes

19. Autism Facts
Autism knows no racial, ethnic, or social boundaries; family income levels; lifestyle choices; or educational levels, and can affect any family and any child
Although the overall incidence of autism is consistent around the globe, it is four times more prevalent in boys than girls
There is no known single cause for autism, but it is generally accepted that it is caused by abnormalities of brain structure or function

20. What is Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a developmental disability that usually appears during the first three years of life
The Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) neurological disorder impacts:
Social interactions
Communication and language skills
Behavior
Varying levels of functioning:
Low functioning
Middle functioning
High functioning

21. The 5 Categories of Autism
Language and communication deficits with challenging behavioral traits
2. Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
Complete loss of language at age 2 with little subsequent improvement
3. Rett Syndrome
90% affected are females who have multiple severe disabilities
4. Asperger Syndrome
Typically high intellect and verbal abilities, but still lack common social skills
5. Pervasive Developmental Disorder or PDD-NOS (Not otherwise specified)
Diagnosis given for children who are present with some of the characteristics of either autism or Asperger Syndrome, but not severe enough for a diagnosis of either of these conditions

22. Most Common Theories for Cause of Autism
Genetic Vulnerability
Environmental triggers (chemicals, toxins)
Vaccine Injury (immunizations, thimerosal)
What’s the answer?????

23. The Answer’s Simple
We Don’t Know The Cause

24. How Autism is Diagnosed
No medical or blood test available to detect Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Diagnosis based on observation of communication, behavior, and developmental levels

25. Who Makes an ASD Diagnosis
Generally, a multidisciplinary diagnostic team, which may include:
Neurologist
Psychologist
Developmental pediatrician
Speech Therapist
Occupational Therapist

26. A Few Common Characteristics
It is essential to remember that every person on the spectrum is affected by autism in a different way, though certain similarities do exist.
Some common characteristics may include:
Loud noises and other sensory stimuli may overwhelm the person and cause sensory overload
It is common for people with ASD to have seemingly inappropriate reactions to situations, commands and body language.
May invade the personal space of others
Extreme reactions to changes in routine

27. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD
Speech
Body language
Body movements
Sensory impairments
Sense of fear, pain and safety
Repetitive behaviors
Self injurious behaviors

28. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Common Speech Patterns
Many people with ASD will simply repeat words that have been spoken to them (known as echolalia)
Many people with ASD will repeat phrases that they have learned in the past (known as scripting)
The above should not be confused as comprehension of your words or commands

29. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Speech
Many people (approximately 50%) with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are non-verbal
People with ASD who are verbal may have limited speech and struggle to express themselves, especially in stressful situations
People with Asperger Syndrome may appear to be more verbally sophisticated but still lack comprehension capabilities and social skills

30. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Body Language
Appear to be poor listeners
Little or no eye contact
Flat facial affect (no expression)
Difficulty interpreting your body language
May have an inappropriate reaction to the situation (laughing when afraid)

31. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Body Movements
May have the following:
Unusual walking pattern or balance
Prone to repetitive actions, including spinning of objects, rocking self back and forth, flapping of hands, and pacing or constant movement
Tend to wander without reacting to surroundings

32. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Sensory Impairment Hypersensitive/Hyposensitive
Sights
Hearing
Smell
Touch
Taste

33. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Little Sense of…
Pain: apparent over-sensitivity or under-sensitivity to pain
Fear: no fears of real danger
Personal safety

34. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Repetitive Behavior
Stimming (Stereotypy)
Compulsive behavior
Sameness-resistance to change
Ritualistic behavior-activities the same way each time
Restrictive behavior-limited in focus, interest, or activity
Self Injury: 30% of children with ASD

35. How to Recognize Someone with an ASD: Self-Injurious Behaviors
Bruising in many areas
Pulling hair out
Skin injuries, open wounds
Biting themselves
Picking scabs, scratching
Face grinding
Teeth grinding
A person with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) may engage in self injurious behavior on approach

36. Autism and Wandering
92% of parents of children with Autism report that their child(ren) are at risk of wandering (National Autism Association – online survey)
Elevated death rates among those with autism were in large part attributed to drowning, after they had wandered away (Report by the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders)
Dr. Dennis Debbaudt (2002) suggested the following as reasons people with autism wander:
curiosity to return to a place of interest
obsessive compulsive behavior such as an attraction to certain locations
a need for sensory input

37. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD
Stay alert
Clear communication
Be calm, simple and literate
Sign language or PECS picture cards
Don’t try to stop (non-injurious) repetitive behavior
Avoid touching or standing behind person

38. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Expectations
Don’t presume a nonverbal child or a child who doesn’t seem to be listening cannot understand. Always explain what you’ll be doing and where they’ll be going
Expect the unexpected, stay alert
Changes can happen in a second

39. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Communication
Speak simply using a calm voice
Give plenty of time for the person to respond to questions.
3-10 second delay is not uncommon
Be prepared to repeat your question. Also, try inverting your questions to validate the persons response

40. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Communication
Try to utilize communication cards to communicate, though not all people with ASD are familiar with them

41. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Communication
Provide paper and a pen or a laptop for the best chance of getting the information required from the person
Use established communication systems if available

42. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Be Calm, Simple and Literal
Use calm, simple language
Be literal and specific
Avoid slang words/expressions
- “Go fly a kite”
“Take a hike”
“Break a leg”

43. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Communication
Some non-verbal people with ASD communicate with sign language instead of or in addition to using the PECS picture cards

44. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Don’t Interfere
Never try to stop a repetitive behavior unless it is self-injurious or dangerous to others.
Allow the person to finish the behavior because this self-stimulating behavior (“stimming”) can be self-soothing.

45. How to Best Approach a Person with an ASD: Approach
Avoid touching or standing behind the person.
Always be aware of the possibility of bolting: people with ASD are very prone to running away.

46. The Search: Check Attractive Hazards
Many Individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorders( ASD )wander; it may even be the call first responders get most often.
Start by checking attractive hazards:
Water (pools, lakes, rivers, swamps, etc.)
Construction sites
Drainage areas
Train tracks
Traffic areas
Place of height (trees, high tension towers, roof tops, etc.)

47. Reactions
May not respond to directives because they do not understand what’s being asked of them or because they are scared
Fear may paralyze their ability to process language or understand the directive
Stressful or upsetting situations overwhelm people with ASD and can adversely affect them…they may struggle with tasks they could normally perform (regression)
Whenever possible, avoid touching people with ASD because some, but not all, will become more agitated, and possibly aggressive, when touched
Aggression
Regression
Sensory Overload

48. Reactions
They may fixate on an object in a room or on your body such as a
badge, earrings, or parts of an emergency vehicle
They may also fixate on your personal protective gear such as a helmet, reflective tape on your turnout coat, rescue tools or weapon
Be aware of hypotonia-people with ASD who may have under-developed trunk muscles and may be unable to support their airway when lying flat on their chest
Remember that restraint systems used may frighten people with ASD
Use of spine boards or handcuffs may be difficult to apply

49. Bolt Risk A first responder must stay with the person.
People with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are often a bolt risk after rescue.
A first responder must stay with the person.

50. Transporting Sensory issues: sirens, lights, radio
Maintain a safe distance
Parent or caregiver to assist
Avoid touching if possible
Keep interior lighting low
Use toys or an attractive object to keep the person with ASD calm
Be calm as the person with ASD may be looking at you for an example
Be alert for sudden outbursts

51. Avoiding Unfortunate Situations
Every year, numerous people with ASD suffer psychological trauma, physical injury, or even death as a result of a lack of understanding by law enforcement and public safety agency personnel
Be Patient and Be Calm
Always realize that there are many people out there with cognitive conditions that can cause them to act unusually or differently
Think about the possibility that the person you are encountering may have Autism
If not, your actions could have devastating consequences…….

52. Police Fatally Shoot Unarmed Man in Koreatown jason.song@latimes.com
What can happen……
Police Fatally Shoot Unarmed Man in Koreatown
March 21, 2010|By Jason Song
Los Angeles Police officers shot and killed a man in Koreatown early Saturday morning after he reached into his waistband for what officers believed was a weapon, authorities said.
Steven Eugene Washington, 27, died from a single gunshot wound to the head shortly after midnight.
Although no weapon was found, officers said they feared for their lives because Washington did not respond to their commands and appeared to be reaching for his waistband. The officers spoke to Washington, but he approached them and seemed to remove something from his waistband, police said.
Officers Corrales and Diego believed "he was arming himself" and fired, Assistant Chief Earl Paysinger said at an afternoon news conference. "The officers made decisions in a fraction of a second," he added.
Washington's family said he was autistic and had learning disabilities but enjoyed riding the bus and trains. He was taking classes at a community college and wanted to become a mechanic. He often took the Metro Red Line subway to visit friends and was probably walking to his home a few blocks to the south, his family said.

53. AUTISM VIDEO

54. Alzheimer’s and Related Conditions for the First Responder
Alzheimer’s Facts
Alzheimer’s Overview
Wandering
Recognizing Someone with Alzheimer’s
Responding to a Wandering Incident
Search Tips
Communications Tactics

55. / 55

56. What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
Old/Elderly
Fact: One in Eight people aged 65 and older have Alzheimer’s
Fact: There is a growing group of people who are diagnosed in their 30s, 40s and 50s.
Nursing Homes
Fact: Over 70% live in the community
Confusion/Disorientation
Fact: The type of memory loss associated with dementia is not normal aging.

57. Alzheimer’s destroys nerve cells and shrinks the brain
Alzheimer’s is the 7th Leading Cause of Death 57

58. Which Functions are Impacted?
Alzheimer's Association
Language, Sense of temperature, touch, pain
Judgment, reasoning
Vision
Memory, language, hearing
Basic functions,
including breathing
Movement, balance
Which Functions are Impacted? 58

59. 70% of them live in the community and want to age safely at home
Prevalence
70% of them live in the community and want to age safely at home
Over 5 million people in the U.S. are living with Alzheimer’s disease.
In urban settings, 44% of missing persons have Alzheimer’s or related dementia

60. General Communication Tips
Approach from the front
Introduce yourself
Speak slowly
Use simple language
Be mindful of body language
Minimize distractions

61. Wandering Approaching Alzheimer’s: Make your FIRST response
the RIGHT response /

62. Getting Lost vs. Wandering
In the early stages , can get lost on a familiar route
In later stages, can be aimless
Risky at any stage
Unpredictable
One of the biggest challenges for caregivers

63. About Wandering 70% of people with dementia wander
2/3 will wander more than once
Wandering is considered an emergency
If not found within 24 hours 50% of people risk serious injury or death
Wandering happens on foot, by car or via other forms of transportation

64. Nursing Homes Not Immune
25% will wander and become lost
70% of elopement claims involve the death of a resident
45% of elopements occurred within the first 48 hours after admission
Each week in the US, at least one nursing home resident will wander off and die

65. You got the call, now what?
Recognize dementia
Respond using TALK tactics
Take action immediately
Search tips

66. Recognizing a person with dementia
Age
Facial expression
Attire
Balance/Gait
Actions

67. Responding to a Wandering Incident
Take action immediately
A missing person with Alzheimer’s disease is always an emergency
A pre-determined waiting period could be the difference between life and death
Call 911
Initiate search
Immediate area and familiar places
Dominant hand
Former residences or workplace
Local chapter for family support & follow up

68. Take it slow Ask simple questions Limit reality checks
TALK Tactics
Take it slow
Ask simple questions
Limit reality checks
Keep eye contact

69. Search Tips Immediate area Prior residences or workplaces
Short distance from the road
Smart not loud
Pinball Effect
Dominant hand theory
Consider wandering by vehicle
Alert MedicAlert + Safe Return
Touch on each point on the slide explaining how it affects a person’s wandering pattern:
• Immediate area: Do not ignore locked doors, wooded areas, barricaded areas, tight spots, etc. Look under brush if outside.
• Prior residences or workplaces.
• Short distance from the road.
• Search smart, not loud: The person will not likely call out for help or respond to your shouts.
• Pinball effect: People will walk in a straight line until they run into something that stops them. They will then change directions and continue until they hit something else.
• Dominant hand theory.

70. Urban Search—Dementia Profile
They will go until they get ‘stuck’ or stopped.
Attracted to water features
Typically found in structures (yards) or walking along roads.
Will not leave verifiable clues
Will not cry out for ‘help’ or respond to shouts
In your own words, share the recent story below. You may substitute a similar story from your area. Main point is to highlight the importance of being thorough in a search:
An 89-year-old woman who suffered from dementia and heart problems was found dead on the roof of a large metropolitan hospital. This woman wandered unnoticed from her 12th-floor room on Tuesday night and made her way to the roof. Her body was found by a maintenance worker on Wednesday morning. Overnight temperatures dipped to 23 degrees, and she was dressed only in a hospital gown and slippers. Authorities believe she went through a fire exit about 5 feet from her room. When the alarm did not sound, she went up two short flights of stairs, through a boiler room and onto the roof. The roof door does not lock.
This story is tragic on many levels. Our point in sharing this is to emphasize the importance of a thorough search. In this case, checking the areas outside of the hospital would not be enough

71. Make a Difference Alzheimer's is a progressive, fatal brain disease.
Be aware of behaviors
Search everywhere
Search immediately
Be prepared for catastrophic reactions
Approach slowly, speak calmly, treat the person with respect—TALK Tactics

72. ALZHEIMER’S VIDEO 72

73. Program Management
System Overview

74. Key Terms
Client:
Individual at risk of wandering: person who will be wearing the Personal Locator Bracelet.
Caregiver:
Individual primarily responsible for the care of the client. Often there are multiple caregivers (i.e. two parents). Caregivers will be responsible for the daily testing of the Personal Locator Bracelet along with the other caregiver responsibilities:
Ensure 24/7 care
Call immediately if the client is missing or wanders
Ensure client is available for monthly battery and strap changes at designated location

75. Key Terms Public Safety Agency:
A public safety or law enforcement agency primarily responsible for conducting search and rescue for clients that have been reported missing. Examples of Public Safety agencies include: Police department, Fire department, Sheriff’s Office, Search & Rescue team, EMS team, etc.
Client Management Provider (CMP):
An organization or group that performs the role of client management for the LoJack SafetyNet Program in a given area. This organization may be responsible for a variety of roles, including client outreach and education, client enrollment visits, monthly battery and strap changes. This organization is responsible for ensuring accurate client information and timely updates to client information in the LoJack SafetyNet Portal.

76. Key Terms Personal Locator Bracelet (PLB):
The Radio-Frequency device worn by the client either on the wrist or ankle. Each Personal Locator Bracelet contains a unique frequency and ID assigned to the client and maintained in the LoJack SafetyNet Portal. The Personal Locator Bracelet requires a battery change every 30 days – referred to as a battery & strap change visit.
Program Representative:
A member of a Client Management Provider, any individual that has contact with clients. All Program Representatives should be trained on the appropriate procedures relating to enrollment visits, battery & strap change visits, client management paperwork and the LoJack SafetyNet Portal. This individual serves as the face of the LoJack SafetyNet System for clients and caregivers.

77. Key Terms SAR: Search and Rescue LoJack SafetyNet Portal:
Secure online database of client information including a physical description and photo of client, unique transmitter ID and frequency information, address, demographic information, wandering history, caregiver contact information. Other details that may be useful for a Public Safety Agency during a search mission, like key geographic concerns nearby, trigger words to avoid, or additional medical conditions, are also noted for each client.

78. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview
The LoJack SafetyNet Portal can be accessed via
Each Program Representative will have a unique address login and password, which should be entered on the login page

79. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview1
Adding a User
From the Home Page, click “Deputies” or “Officers”
This will display any/all users of the system

80. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview2
Adding a User
Click “Add Deputy” or “Add Officer”

81. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview
Adding a User
Enter the User’s address. This will be their login, and should be a valid address so that they can receive system s.
Create a temporary password for the user
Enter the user’s name
If the user does not have a Badge Number or Employee ID, please enter “000”
Enter the appropriate contact information

82. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview
8. Enter the appropriate dates for training certifications
9. Choose the user’s authority level
Admin: Can add or remove users, and can edit Agency information
User: Can edit their user profile, and can add or edit client information
Read Only: User can view information, but cannot edit
10. Click Add

83. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview1
Accessing a Client’s Record
From the Home Page, click “Clients”
This will display any Clients in an “Active” or “Waiting Approval” status

84. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview1 2
Accessing a Client’s Record
Click on the Client’s Name to enter that Client’s record

85. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview5 1 4 2
Demographic information about the Client – fill out any missing pieces of information
Any Medical or other key notes about the Client - include anything that would be useful for a search that is not covered in other parts of the page
Address information about the Client
Photo of the Client - upload a recent photo and update yearly for child or every 2 years for older adult
Basic Agency information about the Client - Which agency does search and rescue and which does client management 3

86. LoJack SafetyNet Portal Overview6 7 8
PLB and Caregiver Info :
Client’s Specific Transmitter Information
Officers assigned to the Client
Up to 3 additional Caregivers and their contact information

87. LoJack SafetyNet Support
LoJack SafetyNet Customer Service is available 24/7 for
Clients
Caregivers
Public Safety Agencies
Client Management Providers

88. Questions??

89. LoJack SafetyNet Electronic Search
And Rescue Equipment

90. Basic Equipment
Basic pieces of equipment that you will be dealing with:
Personal Locator Bracelet Receiver Antenna
(Battery and Transmitter)

91. Personal Locator Bracelet (PLB)
Personal Locator Bracelet is a transmitter whose output is a mere 10 milliwatts of power
Compare to:
Walkie talkies – 5 watts
Mobile radio – 150 watts
The PLB has a one mile range (bench tested)
There are two types of Personal Locator Bracelets

92. Personal Locator Bracelets (PLB)
Lexan PLB (transmitter) Disc PLB (transmitter)
Identification
Number
Frequency
Frequency
Identification
Number

93. Personal Locator Bracelet Batteries
Panasonic Battery (used in the Lexan PLBs)
3 volt lithium-Ion battery
Tadiran Battery (used in Disc PLBs)
3.6 volt lithium-Ion battery
Both Batteries
LoJack SafetyNet requires that the battery is changed every 30 days
Both batteries begin to decline after 35 days
Operational life span is 45 days
Not to be stored touching each other

94. Personal Locator Bracelet Tester
The PLB tester is used to verify that the PLB battery is operational and that the transmitter is transmitting a signal
It is used each day by the client’s caregiver
It is also included in the equipment provided to public safety agencies
The tester is held next to the PLB and a red
light will blink indicating that the PLB is functioning
properly

95. Important
Tracking range of the Personal Locator Bracelet with the handheld Yagi antenna on the ground is approximately 1 mile and from the air (helicopter) it is approximately 5-7 miles
Tracking range of the Personal Locator Bracelet with the Omni directional antenna (on vehicle) has a range of approximately ¼ mile in each direction

96. Important Frequency Numbers
- Personal Locator Bracelets with the same Frequency number
are generally assigned at least 10 air miles apart due to the fact
that tracking range from the air can be up to seven miles
Personal Identifier Codes
Each Personal Locator Bracelet is assigned a specific frequency number along with a specific Personal Identifier Code
In the event that two Personal Locator Bracelets with the same frequency number were distributed in the same general area, one could be distinguished from the other by use of the Personal Identifier Code

97. LSI-G2 LoJack SafetyNet Receiver
Display Screen
Control Buttons

98. Control Buttons Gain Control Buttons Volume Buttons On / Off Button
Frequency Buttons
Gain Control Buttons
Volume Buttons
On / Off Button

99. Indicators Frequency Indicator Signal Strength Value
Signal Strength Indicator
Volume Indicator
Battery Voltage Indicator
Gain Indicator

100. The Receiver - Setting the Frequency
To change the frequency, press yellow arrows located directly below “Freq” on the display screen.
= increase
= decrease  

101. The Receiver – Frequency
Atmospheric conditions can cause a frequency to drift
1 – 3 KHz (max 3 up or 3 down)
When placing transmitters always separate by .004
You may have to scroll up and down to get the best signal
Always listen for a “Chirp” being emitted every second from the transmitter

102. Signal Deviation .714 .711 .708 Signals can deviate
Remember deviation can be 1 – 3 KHz (1-3 up or 1 -3 down)
So increase the frequency KHz or decrease the frequency KHz
Always look for the strongest signal
.711
.708

103. Fine Tuning The Signal  
To change the frequency, simply press the yellow arrows located under “freq”
= increase
= decrease
Adjust until the proper “chirp” sound is achieved.
Communicate to others in the search the new frequency as needed.  

104. The Receiver - Volume Button
To change volume press yellow arrows that are directly below “vol” on the display.
= increase
= decrease  

105. The Receiver - Gain Button
To change the gain, press yellow arrows that are directly below “Gain” on the display screen.
= increase
= decrease  

106. The Receiver – Battery Power Level
Power level is displayed on the screen to determine if the battery power is at the proper level.
If it gets below 6.2 volts the Receiver needs to be recharged
The lowest level the internal lithium batteries can reach is 6.1 Volts (LOW will be displayed on the screen)
At 6.0 volts, the unit will shut down

107. The Signal Strength Display
The signal strength will fluctuate with the reception of a signal from a PLB.
The stronger the signal the greater the number displayed on the screen.

108. Speaker
The speaker of the tracker, located in the front of the unit, emits a chirp that the transmitter is broadcasting, approximately once a second.
LSI-G2
Speaker Location

109. The Receiver – Antenna Connection
The BNC connector of both
antennas connects to the antenna connection on the top of the tracker

110. The Receiver - Headphone Jack
The plug from any standard 1/8” headset fits into the headset receiving port located on the side of the LSI-G2.

111. Tracker Power Supplies
The LSI G-2 utilizes DC power from a lighter in a vehicle or an AC power supply.
Both power cables plug directly into the unit in the back of the unit.
NOTE: The tracker should be charged at all times as a dead tracker is just that. Tracker can be on constant charge but at minimum should be charged at least every 2 weeks.

112. The LSI-G2 Receiver-A.C. Charger
When the internal lithium-ion batteries need charging, plug in the AC or DC cord supplied in the location shown.
Remember to plug into the unit first and then into the power source.

113. Antennas Two Types of Antennas utilized with the Receiver:
Yagi Antenna
Hand held antenna
Coax cable connects antenna to receiver
Cable can connect from either end
When the antenna is pointed in the direction of the PLB, you will receive the best signal being transmitted
¾ to 1 mile range
2. Omni-Directional Antenna
Mounts on top of a vehicle and will allow the operator to cover more
ground
Antenna will pick up 360 degrees and will get you in the vicinity of
the PLB
The Omni-directional’s range is ¼ mile radius

114. Antennas
The Yagi antenna connects to the tracker with a coaxial cable.
The BNC connection is located on the top of the tracker and in the middle of the hand held yagi antenna.
Either end of the cable can be used to make the connection.
The Omni antenna connects to the tracker with a coaxial cable.
The BNC connection is located on the top of the tracker.
The BNC end of the cable can be used to make the connection.

115. Positioning of the Omni-Directional Antenna
Mount this antenna 12 – 18 inches from the light bar
When mounted on top of the vehicle’s roof, the Omni will give you ¼ mile in each direction
¼ mile radius

116. Ground Searches Two Questions to Always Ask!
Where was the person last seen?
2) How long ago?
This will give you an idea of how much area you may have to cover.
Note: At the time a LoJack SafetyNet trained officer is dispatched, the Radio Frequency shall be entered into the receiver and tracking should begin while responding to the point last scene.

117. BUILDING Search Techniques X X
The searcher, having previously set the frequency, will then go to each corner of the building searching for a signal. The searcher will do a 360 ̊ turn and increase or decrease the frequency until they locate the signal.

118. Additional Available Units
X X
Select an Officer in Charge (OIC). Each unit can do an individual 360 ̊ on their corner. If you get a signal, notify the OIC and move out. The OIC needs to keep the units from bunching up.
Spreading out will allow the searchers to triangulate on the signal.
Advantages of Additional Units
Save searching time
Cover more ground
Will allow you to triangulate on the signal

119. 360 ̊ Out Search
If no signal has been located, pick a corner of the building and do the 360 ̊ out search. Intervals should be approx ¼ mile apart.

120. Utilizing Multiple Units
3rd unit
Positioning can be determined by past history of the person.
If they wandered before, where did they go?
A lot of times they go in the same direction.
4th unit
1st unit
2nd unit

121. Triangulation
When searching for a PLB with more than one receiver, you can use the Triangulation Search.
What is triangulation?
Triangulation is a way of determining something's location using the locations of other things.
RECEIVER # 1
RECEIVER # 2
RECEIVER # 3

122. Things to Remember
Keep in contact with the OIC who is in charge of the search
If you get a signal, stop and tell the OIC the direction of the signal
Use landmarks, not North, South, East, or West
Let the OIC instruct you what to do next
Let the OIC know the strength of the signal (weak or strong)

123. Mobile Searches Cover more ground quicker
Advantages: Vehicles reduce the amount of walking
Cover more ground quicker
Decreases the response time when responding to a search
Mobile Search Procedures: Always power up the unit and dial in the frequency when responding to a search
First unit on the scene becomes the OIC until a ranking officer arrives
OIC positions units as they arrive in the area and has them do a 360 ̊ out until they get a signal

124. Omni-Directional Antenna Searching Procedures
1st Unit Receives a Signal
STOP MOVING IMMEDIATELY!
Do not go on foot with the Yagi antenna because you could lose the signal
If you sit still and the signal gets weaker or stronger, consider that the subject is moving
2nd Unit arrives and starts receiving a signal
At that point they give their location to the OIC
Both units can go on foot with the Yagi antenna to determine direction of the signal
Once the direction is determined, both units keep each other and the OIC updated on the data received
3rd Unit arrives in the area
The OIC should send them further out to establish a perimeter because the person may be moving
This procedure allows for containment

125. Remember signals take the path of least resistance!!
Bounce
What is Bounce?
Bounce is the deflection of a signal off something
Examples: a building or a semi-tractor-trailer
Always keep in mind to follow the strong signal
If it is a deflection, you will eventually pick up the main signal
Remember signals take the path of least resistance!!
What Sound to Listen For?
“Chirp"
When you are searching for someone, always listen for a strong chirping signal

126. Signals vs. No Signals
If you have a good enough signal, begin using the Yagi antenna to track
If you have not received a signal after 30 minutes of searching, begin planning for a traditional search
After 60 minutes of not receiving a signal, begin a traditional search
Remember- The LoJack SafetyNet Electronic Search and Rescue Program is just another tool to help save the lives of people at risk of wandering and becoming lost. There are no guarantees!

127. The Public Safety Agency/LoJack Partnership
LoJack SafetyNet is here to support all agencies enrolled in the program
There is a 24x7 emergency call center available to respond to any of your needs
FINDTHEM ( )
The LoJack SafetyNet Law Enforcement Division is also available for assistance
Scott Martin – LoJack SafetyNet Law Enforcement Director
(860) or
LoJack SafetyNet highly encourages all agencies enrolled in the program to share success stories (e.g. rescues) soon after they happen with LoJack SafetyNet’s Corporate Communications staff
Jeremy Warnick – Corporate Communications Manager – LoJack SafetyNet
(781) or
Paul McMahon – Vice President, Corporate Communications – LoJack Corp.
(781) or

128. Electronic Search and Rescue System for People at Risk
Public Safety Agency Training Program