Order of Malta
Search & Rescue Unit
Serving communities through preparedness, volunteer action, and compassionate emergency support. Discover our team, current projects, and ways to stand with our mission.
Who we are
Prepared to serve
The Search & Rescue Unit – Maltese Association of the Order of Malta is a voluntary emergency response team dedicated to supporting search, rescue, and humanitarian operations across Malta and abroad. The unit brings together trained rescuers, medics, drone pilots, rope access technicians, and specialist canine teams capable of area search, tracking, and human remains detection. Operating under the values and traditions of the Order of Malta, the team works closely with local authorities and other emergency services to assist in missing person searches, disaster response, public safety operations, and community outreach initiatives.
Public outreach
Learn about our team, follow current projects, explore event galleries, and stay informed through news updates.
Member resources
Members can access forms, certifications, training materials, and internal resources through the dedicated portal.
Highlights
How we engage
The homepage brings together the key ways visitors and members interact with the unit.
Featured projects
Events
Moments from the field
A preview of training days, outreach efforts, and team activity. Visit the gallery for more event-based photography.
Courses
Training Courses
Basic First Aid Course
Foundational first aid training covering essential emergency response skills for everyday incidents.
BLS / AED Course Adult & Paediatric
Practical life support training for adult and paediatric emergencies, including AED use.
INSARAG First Responder Course – Community Responder
Introductory responder training focused on community-level preparedness and initial action.
INSARAG First Responder Course – First Responder
Structured first responder training for emergency support, scene awareness, and coordinated response.
Ten Second Triage Course
Rapid triage training designed to support quick assessment and prioritization in urgent situations.
Professional Readiness
Our courses support volunteers and responders with practical skills, confidence, and operational readiness.