What is the main responsibility of an Explosive Detection Dog (EDD) Team?

• A. Detect narcotics.
• B. Guard the perimeter.
• C. Detect unexploded ordnance, respond to bomb threats and assist EOD.
• D. Track suspects in pursuit.

Answer: (C)

The main duty of an Explosive Detection Dog Team is to locate explosives and support responses to explosive threats. These dogs are trained to sniff out explosive materials and alert the handler to their location, enabling quick and thorough searches of areas, vehicles, and containers. In bomb-threat situations, they help identify suspicious items and assist Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams by guiding safety measures, securing the area, and aiding in the safe disposal process. The other options describe roles for different types of dogs or security tasks that aren’t the primary focus of an explosive-detection team.