The OTOA wants to acknowledge tactically minded first responders and individuals who exhibit commitment, expertise, enthusiasm, support and/or valorous actions.

Any person can nominate an individual or group who qualifies for recognition.

An awards committee selected by the OTOA board of directors will make the final decision regarding the recipient(s) of the awards.

OTOA Award Unit / Team Valor 
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This award is presented each year to a SWAT/Tactical/Patrol Unit whose members distinguished themselves through valorous actions during a tactical operation. 

A selection committee reviews a situation in which members of the nominated unit clearly acted without regard for the safety of their own lives in order to safely resolve a situation, thus protecting fellow officers and/or innocent victims and bystanders.

• Tactical Team/Agency Unit Complete Name. (No abbreviations)
• Department / Agency.
• Unit/Team members to be recognized.(if applicable)
• Documentation of the event; Synopsis of the event in the paragraph form.
• A contact person to verify the event, actions or conduct.