The unit is highly trained for rapid deployment in helicopter operations and excels in firefighting and rescue missions, especially in challenging locations like high-rise buildings, jungles, and offshore areas.

Initially composed of 21 firefighters, MUST was established to support the newly created Air Division, ensuring the safety of international athletes and officials.

The team also adapted its expertise in helicopter operations, managing landing coordination in rugged terrains—a function resembling that of air assault or pathfinder units.

[5] In a statement on 30 September 2024 in Kuching, Sarawak, the director general of FRDM, Datuk Nor Hisham Mohammad, announced plans to dissolve MUST and integrate its members into the Special Tactical Operation and Rescue Team of Malaysia (STORM).

This joint approach enables both units to execute complex high-rise rescues with a high degree of efficiency and precision, leveraging their expertise to navigate challenging structures and safely extract individuals from elevated locations.

This coordinated approach among FRDM's specialised units ensures efficient SAR operations and optimises resource use across challenging and diverse environments.

The design features:[1] The MUST Skills Wings badge is an unofficial emblem worn by Multi-Skill Team (MUST) firefighters, symbolising their specialised training in helicopter operations.

[note 1] Although not formally authorised by the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia, it has become a recognised marker of the team’s unique capabilities, similar to the U.S. Army Air Assault badge.

Naval Aircrew Badge, incorporates elements that reflect both national pride and the expertise of MUST members: The MUSTeam Selection and Training process is rigorous, designed to ensure candidates are physically and mentally prepared for the high demands of the Multi-Skill Team (MUST).

[10] The selection phase, conducted at the state level, filters candidates who demonstrate the physical and mental readiness needed for the unit.

Tower module Back at camp, candidates undergo rope training, abseiling, and winching exercises to simulate helicopter operations and build familiarity.