On 25 April 2025, personnel of the BRP Jose Rizal (FF150) actively participated in a fire drill, first aid response, and casualty evacuation exercise as part of the Multilateral Maritime Event of Exercise Balikatan 40-2025.
Held at sea, the activities aimed to enhance the crew’s readiness and coordination in responding to onboard emergencies, with emphasis on fire suppression, immediate medical response, and safe evacuation procedures in order to respond to various maritime emergencies.