 S.W.A.T.
(Special Weapons and Tactics Team)
The
highly trained Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office Special Weapons and
Tactics team is used in situations involving hostage taking, armed
barricaded subjects, snipers or other situations that present a high
degree of
danger to life or property. SWAT teams members are specially trained in
the use of a variety of weapons, anti-sniper tactics, hostage rescues,
executive protection and capturing barricaded suspects. To become a
member, deputies
 must pass a rigorous physical fitness test, be proficient
with a 9mm handgun and have thorough knowledge of department policies and
procedures. The SWAT team trains constantly and members cross-train in all
assignments to enhance the team’s effectiveness.
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