quick response team
A 'quick response team' is a specialized group designed to address emergencies and critical incidents swiftly and effectively, often through multidisciplinary collaboration.
Definition
B2General Emergency Response
(general)A group of individuals trained to react swiftly to various urgent situations or emergencies.
Example
- The quick response team was dispatched immediately to the site of the natural disaster.
C1Law Enforcement and Emergency Services
(technical)A multidisciplinary unit composed of police, fire, and medical personnel, organized to handle critical incidents such as active shooters or medical emergencies.
Example
- During the active shooter situation, the quick response team arrived within minutes.
C1Substance Abuse and Mental Health
(healthcare)A team involving law enforcement, medical services, and addiction specialists, aimed at providing immediate support for individuals dealing with substance use disorders or mental health crises.
Example
- The quick response team provided immediate care and connected the overdose victim to treatment services.
C1Military and Counter-Terrorism
(military)A specialized unit within military or counter-terrorism organizations, trained to respond quickly to high-risk situations.
Example
- The quick response team was deployed to neutralize the threat.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "quick response team":