Emergency Response Codes
Emergency response radio codes, also known as emergency codes or response codes, are standardized signals used by emergency services (such as police, fire, and medical responders) to communicate the urgency and nature of an incident. These codes help responders quickly understand the situation and determine the appropriate level of response. While specific codes can vary by region and agency, some commonly used codes include the below listed codes.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Code 1 | Non-Urgent (No Sirens or Lights) |
| Code 2 | Urgent (Lights ,No Sirens) |
| Code 3 | Emergency (Lights and Sirens) |
| Code 4 | No Further Assistance Needed |
| Code 5 | Stakeout |
| Code 6 | Out for Investigation |
| Code 7 | Meal Break |
| Code 8 | Restroom Break |
| Code 10 | Critical trauma case |
| Code 20 | Acute trauma case |
| Code 30 | Trauma case |
| Code 40 | Serious case (IV started) |
| Code 50 | Basic transport (not serious) |
| Code 77 | Possible ambush - use caution |
| Code N | Newsworthy event |
| Code Blue | Cardiac or Respirator Arrest |
| Code Red | Fire |
| Code Silver | Weapon or Hostage Situation |
| Code Black | Bomb Threat |
| Code Amber | Missing Child |