Oceanside Fire Rescue 1, along with the Confined Space Trailer, comprise the department’s rescue unit.

• Rescue 1 is in-service and is cross-staffed by the crew at Station 7.  Rescue incidents include:
   Motor vehicle extrications
• Machinery/equipment entrapment
• High Angle incidents (Rappelling)
• Structural Collapse events
• Confined Space/Subterranean incidents
• Trench Collapses (coordinated with the Water Department)

Rescue 1 will also respond to large fires to re-supply air bottles for firefighters.  In addition, it responds to any incident requiring scene lighting.

In general, the vast assortment of specialized tools and equipment on Rescue 1 allow firefighters to operate effectively at a wide array of emergencies and fires.  In essence it's a “rolling toolbox,” well-equipped for any odd-job that trucks or engines may not be equipped for.