The team is threatened with the introduction of Lifeblood, a privately owned rescue organisation trying to take over their business. It leaves the entire team on edge, in fear of losing their jobs ...

Meanwhile, Lara gets unwanted attention from a would-be Special Ops Rescue recruit and Dean is harassed by local heavy Gus, who wants money confiscated by Special Ops returned.

Michelle fears for her team's safety when Vince uncovers a criminal conspiracy at the gold mine, and Vince is tempted by a lucrative job offer to leave Special Ops. A jetskier causes an explosion ...