Response Team

Introduction

The Response Team is responsible for the continual response to emergency service calls while upholding the high standards of the Metropolitan Police Service. Upon arrival at an incident, effective communication is essential, alongside securing and controlling the scene to prevent escalation, manage hostile situations, and minimise risk to life. As a member of the Response Team, you are primarily responsible for scene management, a critical factor in determining the overall outcome of any incident. 

Command Structure

Chief Superintendent [ RT-1 ]: 

Head of the division, will look after and keep all handbooks and other documents up to date. Will introduce new updates and develop the division in being more efficient and professional. Will deal with all disciplinary action and promotions within the division. Will liaise with gold command and other divisions for further improvement.

Superintendent [ RT-2 ]:

Deputy head of the division, support the head of the division with keeping all handbooks and other documents up to date. Will also support in updating and developing the division. Will deal with all disciplinary action and promotions within the division. Will liaise with other divisions.

Chief Inspector [ RT-3 ]: 

Assistant head of the division, will listen to the officers in the division to gather improvements and will then liaise with the head and deputy head to work on updating procedures. The assistant head is also in charge of the mentors to make sure the quality of training is to a high standard.

Ranks

Advanced Response Officer

Response Officer

Junior Response Officer

Trainings & Certifications

As a member of the Response team, you are allowed to complete the following trainings:

• Scene Containment Training

• Communications Training

• Basic Negotiations

• Dog Support Unit Training(Sgt+)

• Basic Traffic Certification

• Advanced Traffic Certification(ARO)