3.1 The terminology in this document is applicable to the standards and guides published by ASTM Committee F32.

3.2 The definitions provided in this terminology standard shall be used when interpreting the meaning, purpose, or applicability of a guide, standard, or a specific subsection therein.

1.1 This terminology document is a compilation of definitions of terms, abbreviations, and acronyms used in F32 Land Search and Rescue standards and guides, collected in order to provide consistency in communications when used in writing and interpreting the committee’s documents.

1.2 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.