What should a team do after completing the transport phase in a rescue?

After completing the transport phase in a rescue, it is essential for the team to gather and prepare for the next call. This step ensures that the team reviews and organizes their resources, assesses their readiness, and discusses any necessary updates or changes based on the previous operation. Preparing for the next call helps maintain operational readiness and ensures that all team members are aware of their responsibilities and any critical information that could impact future rescues.

Additionally, this preparation phase reinforces team cohesion and allows for shared experiences to be communicated. It is an opportunity for team members to align their strategies and ensure that equipment is checked and in proper working order for future operations.

While celebrating success is important for morale, it should not take precedence over the practical step of preparing the team. Returning to base immediately may overlook important reflection on the operation that could benefit future missions. Conducting a debriefing without documentation also fails to capture vital lessons learned that could be shared or reviewed later, hindering overall team improvement.