What is Special Operations?
Depending on the size of a community or potential hazards present, a fire department may establish a special operations division, which will deliver or support services such as but not limited to vehicle extrication, water extrication, hazardous materials mitigation, and rapid intervention. A Deputy Chief usually heads this specialized division.
Individuals assigned to this division must have specific knowledge and skills for their specialty and this usually requires many additional hours of training.
Gray Fire-Rescue's Special Operations Division is comprised of 4 specialized teams for special hazard type emergencies. Teams spend countless hours aside from regular fire ems training to be proficient and ready for any type of emergency.
Teams assigned to Gray Fire-Rescue's Special Operations Division are:
Vehicle Extrication Team
Water Extrication Team
Hazardous Materials Decon Team
Rapid Intervention Team
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