Emergency Response Force 1

Emergency Response Force 1 is a new concept within the Central Aid Agency and was created  to be an all-hazards disaster response unit based out of Sector 2.  The unit is a joint unit supported by Central Command, United Security Operations, and Comms and Data.  It was created to consolidate all emergency and disaster response tasked units assigned to Sector 2, into one single overarching unit and chain of command.  The unit is setup similar to a Task Force and is divided into four Detachments, each focusing on a functional area of operations.  The unit was designed to be modular, meaning it prescribes to a flexible operational structure; and personnel receive a great deal of cross-training to allow them to fulfill multiple roles as needed.

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Detachments of ERF 1

Detachment A (Headquarters)

Detachment A (Headquarters) is a detachment of Emergency Response Force 1 whose mission is to oversee critical operations support functions for the unit and the other detachments.  Among the responsibilities of Detachment A includes incident command, coordination, communications, and personnel support.

Unit sub-elements of Detachment A

IMOS-Team 1

EMCM-Team 1

RRT-Team 2

Detachment B (Operations)

Detachment B (Operations) is a detachment of Emergency Response Force 1 whose mission is to oversee direct operational functions for the unit.  Among the responsibilities of Detachment B includes rescue operations, 4x4 response, and deployable emergency responders.

Unit sub-elements of Detachment B

ER-Team 1

CERT-Team 1

RRT-Squad 1

Joint Task Force 2

Detachment C (Medical)

Detachment C (Medical) is a detachment of Emergency Response Force 1 whose mission is to oversee medical operations and medical support for the unit.  Among the responsibilities of Detachment C includes overseeing unit medical personnel, conducting medical response operations, and providing medical support for emergency and disaster response.

Unit sub-elements of Detachment C

MED-Team 1

RRT-Team 4

Detachment D (Security)

Detachment D (Security) is a detachment of Emergency Response Force 1 whose mission is to conduct security operations and security support for the unit and the organization at large.  Among the responsibilities of Detachment D includes overseeing security personnel, conducting security operations, and providing security support for emergency response operations, personnel, and facilities.

Unit sub-elements of Detachment D

USO-Squad 1

Uniforms of Emergency Response Force 1

​ERF 1 primarily wears uniforms in Navy Blue (Color Type 1, with red T-shirts), but also may wear Khaki (Color Type 2) for hot weather.  To enhance unit cohesion and modularity, all personnel within the unit generally wear the same uniforms; regardless of their parent Command or individual unit assignment.   Unless assigned to a specialized role that requires a specific uniform (like security).
Uniforms commonly worn by ERF 1 include:

Service Dress Uniform Class A

Service Dress Uniform Class B

 Responder Garrison Uniform Class C

Responder Utility Uniform Class C

Administrative Uniform with Red Polo and Tan Pants Class C

Field Basic Service Uniform Class E (When participating in Community Service activities)

Physical Training Uniform Class E
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Because ERF units are deployable, they require Type 2 or greater hygiene and appearance requirements when in full uniform.