Department of Emergency Response and Evacuation

## Information and Ranks

The Department of Emergency Response and Evacuation (DERE) is a critical component of the RVC Secret Lab. Its primary responsibility is to plan and execute emergency response and evacuation procedures in the event of a critical situation. They conduct regular drills and ensure that all personnel are trained to respond effectively to emergencies.

The DERE is divided into several specialized units:

1. **Emergency Planning Unit (EPU)**: This unit is responsible for developing and updating the lab’s emergency response plans. They work closely with other departments to ensure that these plans reflect the latest scientific understanding and best practices.
2. **Emergency Response Unit (ERU)**: This unit is in charge of responding to emergencies within the lab. They are trained to act swiftly and decisively to mitigate the impact of any emergency situation.
3. **Evacuation Coordination Unit (ECU)**: This unit is responsible for planning and executing evacuation procedures in the event of a critical situation. They ensure that all personnel can be safely evacuated from the lab if necessary.
4. **Emergency Training Unit (ETU)**: This unit is responsible for training all lab personnel in emergency response and evacuation procedures. They conduct regular drills to ensure that all personnel are prepared for any potential emergency.

The ranks within the DERE are as follows:

* **Emergency Assistant**: These are the entry-level personnel who assist in the day-to-day operations of the department under the supervision of more senior officers.
* **Junior Emergency Officer**: These officers are responsible for managing individual emergency situations and ensuring that all protocols are followed.
* **Emergency Officer**: These are experienced officers who oversee multiple emergency situations and coordinate with other departments as needed.
* **Senior Emergency Officer**: These officers are responsible for overseeing the entire emergency operation and ensuring that all emergency protocols are strictly adhered to.
* **Emergency Coordinator**: These coordinators are responsible for managing the coordination of emergency response efforts across the lab.
* **Senior Emergency Coordinator**: These coordinators oversee the lab’s emergency coordination efforts and coordinate with other departments during potential emergency situations.
* **Evacuation Specialist**: These specialists are responsible for planning and executing evacuation procedures in the event of a critical situation.
* **Senior Evacuation Specialist**: These specialists oversee the lab’s evacuation operations and coordinate with other departments during potential evacuation situations.
* **Emergency Training Officer**: These officers are responsible for training all lab personnel in emergency response and evacuation procedures.
* **Department Head**: This is the person in charge of the entire DERE. They oversee all emergency response and evacuation operations, coordinate with the heads of other departments, and report directly to the Lab Director.

The DERE plays a crucial role in the RVC Secret Lab’s mission to protect humanity from viral threats. Their work ensures that the lab can respond effectively to any emergency situation, minimizing the risk to personnel and the potential for viral release. The DERE’s rigorous protocols and highly trained personnel are a testament to the lab’s commitment to safety and security.