Volume II: Preparedness and Response provides practical guidance and procedures for USAR Teams. It explains the methodology, minimum standards and correct procedures for developing and maintaining a USAR Team. The manuals also provide guidance for ongoing skills maintenance, operational readiness, and classification (IEC) and reclassification (IER) requirements. It is targeted at the Operational Focal Point of the INSARAG Member State, as well as the USAR Team Focal Point.

第二卷：准备和响应，为 USAR 队伍提供实用的指导和程序。该卷解释了建立和维持 USAR 队伍的方法、最低标准和正确程序。这些手册还为技能提高、行动准备以及测评（IEC）复测类（IER）要求提供了指导。本卷的阅读对象为 INSARAG 成员国中的行动联络员和 USAR 队伍联络员。