coarse search - / kɔːs sɜːtʃ / -
noun verb
The second in the five phases of avalanche rescue: 1. Signal Search; 2. Coarse Search; 3. Fine Search; 4. Pinpoint Search; 5. Extraction. In avalanche rescue using a transceiver or beacon, the coarse search is preceded by the signal search and followed by the fine search. Once your transceiver detects a strong, reliable signal align your beacon and follow to within 5 metres of the victim.
\\ When doing a coarse search, follow the arrow on your transceiver until you get to within 5 metres of the victim.
