Ep 77: The Job Of RTF 1

Episode 77

Apr 22, 2024

Duration: 33:12

Episode Summary

RTFs save lives – that’s their mission. Today we look at the responsibilities of RTF1 and the key differences the first unit on the scene faces.

Episode Notes

In an active shooter incident, a Rescue Task Force is a medical mission with a security component. 
RTF1, the first through the door, bears additional responsibilities.  In today’s episode Tom Billington, Bill Godfrey, Kami Maertz, and Ron Otterbacher shine a light on both the fire and law enforcement duties of RTF1 and how they manage a casualty collection point, ambulance exchange point, and more.

 

View this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/gauOfvXVua0


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