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Honor Guard

Purpose:
The purpose of the Richardson Fire Department is to maintain a highly trained Honor Guard that will represent the Department at official functions with utmost professionalism and respect.

Honor Guard Team Members
Any sworn member of the Richardson Fire Department is eligible for assignment to the unit. The unit consists of a minimum of 12 volunteer members. Members are cross-trained in all aspects of special assignments, including military marching skills, flag folding, and a working knowledge of military protocol.

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Honor Guard Supervisors

Honor Guard Commander

The Honor Guard Commander is appointed by the Chief of the Department on the basis of past military experience, rank in the Department, and proficiency of skills. The Commander is responsible for the unit, and acts as liaison between the unit, the Department executive staff, event coordinators, and funeral directors.

Honor Guard Coordinator

The Battalion Chief of Training serves as the Honor Guard Coordinator. Responsibilities are performed in conjunction with the Richardson Fire Department Chaplain. The Coordinator is in charge of Honor Guard assignments, unit personnel, scheduled training, and notifying the Honor Guard Commander of any event requiring activation of the unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

Upon approval of the Chief of the Department, the Honor Guard will represent the Richardson Fire Department at various special events, including but not limited to the following:

Funerals

In line with the wishes of the family and operational limitations, the Honor Guard will attend funerals and offer the following services to members and their families:

Richardson Fire Department member line of duty death or off duty death
Member of another area fire department line of duty death
Civilian Employee (non-military or military)
Retired member of the Richardson Fire Department

Ceremonies involving flag bearing (posting of the colors)

Badge Pinning Ceremonies
Awards Ceremonies
Memorial Services
Parades

Chris Newell

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