An 86th Security Forces member takes cover during an active shooter exercise on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10,2012. The 86th SFS periodically holds training exercises in order to keep defenders proficient in security measures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kendra Alba)
Members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron form a line before an active shooter exercise on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10, 2012. The 86th SFS periodically holds training exercises to keep defenders proficient in security measures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kendra Alba)
An 86th Security Forces member stands by during a room clearing exercise on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10,2012. The 86th SFS periodically holds training exercises in order to keep defenders proficient in security measures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kendra Alba)
Training M-9s were used during an 86th Security Forces Squadron active shooter exercise on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10, 2012. The 86th SFS periodically holds training exercises in order to keep defenders proficient in security measures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kendra Alba)
86th Security Forces Squadron members practice team formations before performing an active shooter exercise on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10, 2012. The 86th SFS periodically holds training exercises in order to keep defenders proficient in security measures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kendra Alba)
by Airman 1st Class Kendra Alba
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
7/12/2012 - RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany -- The 86th Security Forces Squadron is responsible for safe guarding the base, resources, and protecting Ramstein Airmen and their families. Other responsibilities include maintaining the armory and arming posts throughout the base, information security and military working dog activities.
Defenders of the 86th SFS stay proficient in their career field due to their extensive training in law enforcement and combat tactics. Exercises are often held to give members first-hand experience with simulated situations while learning how to work as a team and build partnerships.
