[3] Its members are trained to perform dangerous operations such as high-risk arrests and hostage situations.

It is organizationally part of Oslo Police District, but is responsible for the whole country, including oil installations in the North Sea.

The members have a wider variety of weapons than the ordinary police force, including SIG Sauer P226 pistols and Diemaco C8 rifles.

Members spend half their time training and preparing for missions and the remaining participating in ordinary law enforcement work in Oslo.

According to Delta's web site, they conduct in average almost one armed operation every day.

Delta has recently started utilizing new 2009 Mercedes MLs and armoured Toyota Landcruisers as a replacement for the older Volvo V70 and Chevrolet Suburban.