So far, in 2026, 17 SDF-trained teams achieved certification, allowing them to deploy with their task forces when called upon to respond when needed.
Congratulations to the following teams who achieved certification together for the first time:
Laura Denison & Red (Nebraska Task Force 1)
Nate Johnson & Dino (Oklahoma Task Force 1)
Samantha Mar & Max (California Task Force 3)
Teams must pass this evaluation every three years to remain deployable, and the following teams achieved this recertification in 2026:
Brad Bacon & Diana (California Task Force 8)
Nick Bartel & Six (California Task Force 2)
Michael Bruce & Cooper (California Task Force 5)
Imelda Cordova & Diesel (California Task Force 5)
Fidel Gomez & Gemma (Tijuana Task Force 1)
Louis Gudiel & Gordon (California Task Force 2)
Wade Haller & Dallas (California Task Force 5)
Jonathan Munguia & Clifford (California Task Force 2)
Michael Patterson & Kendri (California Task Force 5)
Paul Reyes & Nellie (California Task Force 8)
Ed Ruiz & Harper (California Task Force 2)
Jessica White & Alder (Oklahoma Task Force 1)
We are proud of all these teams who worked so hard to reach these milestones and look forward to many more accomplishments during their careers!
