Emergency Response Teams

A security ERT is a specialized team trained specifically for critical incident response — active threats, workplace violence, mass casualty events, and major security escalations. Unlike standard security officers who deter and report, ERT personnel are trained to respond effectively under high-stress, high-risk conditions, coordinating with law enforcement and managing facility evacuations and lockdowns.

Yes. VMG ERTs are trained to integrate with Miami-Dade Police, Broward Sheriff, and responding fire-rescue agencies during critical incidents. Pre-deployment planning includes coordination with local first responders when possible so that the VMG team and responding agencies operate from a shared understanding of the facility and emergency protocols.

Yes. VMG ERT pre-deployment engagements include facility personnel training covering response roles, evacuation procedures, lockdown protocols, and coordination with VMG officers during an incident. Prepared staff reduce casualties and confusion in active threat scenarios.

VMG can deploy armed ERTs — all holding valid Florida Class G licenses — for environments where an armed response capability is warranted. The appropriate configuration (armed, unarmed, or hybrid) is determined during the pre-deployment threat assessment based on the facility's risk profile.

Both options are available. VMG deploys ERTs on ongoing retainer contracts for corporate campuses, healthcare facilities, and institutions requiring permanent elevated readiness. We also deploy ERTs for specific high-risk events, high-attendance functions, or during elevated threat periods.