Click on item of interest in left hand column.
Items correspond to OSSA questions.

LEGAL ISSUES

Through written evaluation the applicant will demonstrate knowledge of the legal issues
 involved in to Search and Rescue, to include:

w-1. Who is responsible for and in charge of Search and Rescue operations in Oregon.
w-2. When a search area may be restricted and who may restrict the search area.
w-3. The elements of direct and vicarious liability.
w-4. The elements of ORS chapter 401 that relate to Search & Rescue.
w-5. When mechanized equipment can be used in a wilderness area.
w-6a. The limitations of the Good Samaritan law. (Oregon)
w-6b. The limitations of the Good Samaritan law. (Federal)
w-6c. A Legal Opinion

BONUS Section  

I-b01 A State by State look at Good Samaritan Laws
Entitled State Liability Laws for Charitable Organizations and Volunteers in PDF
Our thanks to Georges Kleinbaum, Oregon State SAR Coordinator

I-b02 Medical Legal Issues in Wilderness Medicine