The S.W.A.T. teams primary responsibility is to save lives. The team averages 6 to 8 deployments a year.
Deployments generally involve high-risk searches, arrest warrants, and barricaded subjects.
In addition to tactical deployments, the S.W.A.T. team provides tactical training for patrol deputies. Recent training included live fire at a shooting house and tactical scenarios using simulations. S.W.A.T. team members train an average of 15 hours per month. Each member must pass firearms and physical fitness proficiency tests to remain on the team. S.W.A.T. is continually striving to better the unit's capabilities and effectiveness with contemporary training, modern equipment and experienced personnel.