SRT

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A Special Reaction Team (SRT) is a specialized team or element within a military police unit that has been tasked with a level response to a high risk situation within a military base or compound. SRT is found within law enforcement units of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps. The teams are military equivalents of civilian police department SWAT teams. Commanders must provide an installation SRT capable of providing an enhanced response to developed threats in their area of responsibility within two hours of initial notification. This is in anticipation of possible terrorist attacks against Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy installations. The teams respond to situations as varied as hostage rescue, counter-sniper actions, VIP protection, and counter terrorism.