About[]
The California Office of Emergency Services (CAL-OES) Regional Task Force 4 (CA-RTF4) is comprised of 30 people specially trained and equipped for large or complex US&R operations. The multidisciplinary organization provides eight functional elements: Supervision, Search and Rescue, Medical, Planning, Safety, Haz-Mat, and Tool/Equipment Support. The Regional US&R Task Force is totally self-sufficient for the first 48 hours and organized for 12-hour operational periods for up to three weeks. RTF-4 is to be requested through the standard California Master Mutual Aid System. RTF-4 is supervised by a Task Force Leader. An Assistant Safety Officer is attached to the Task Force and will work directly with the Task Force Leader. The US&R Task Force Search element includes Canine and Technical Search capabilities. The CA-RTF4 includes three Type 1 US&R Companies, 1 Type 1 Fire Engine, 6 4x4 UTVs, Multiple Technical Search Specialists, and a Heavy Equipment and Rigging Specialist. A Hazardous Materials specialist is included on the team as well. This element can conduct rescue operations in all types of structures and terrains. The Task Force Medical element is responsible for the care and treatment of injured Task Force members or victims if such care must occur in the hazard area.
Sponsoring Agency[]
Participating Agencies[]
- Alhambra Fire Department
- Arcadia Fire Department
- Glendale Fire Department
- Monrovia Fire & Rescue
- Monterey Park Fire Department
- San Gabriel Fire Department
Response Matrix[]
- USAR 21
- USAR 32
- USAR 106
- Engine 701
- Utility 63
- Utility 61
- Utility 21
- Utility 32
- Utility 51
- UTV 1
- UTV 2
- UTV 21
- UTV 32
- UTV 51
- UTV 71
- USAR Trailer 61
- USAR Trailer 71