E.R.T. Definition A group of trained members who possess the experience to carry out an armed assault against a structure or an area held by one or more armed or dangerous persons. The ERT is to provide the assault and expert sharpshooter capability to rescue hostages and arrest barricaded persons, by force if necessary. E.R.T. Guidelines ERT must provide tactical support in situations which have deteriorated to a point where loss of life is imminent. All other solutions must have either failed or are unrealistic. The primary objective is to neutralize the situation by use of minimal force.
Priorities are to rescue hostages and preserve life.
Members must display high standards. Summer 1999 was a busy summer for E.R.T members with 4 migrant ships.