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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
During disasters, emergency service personnel may not be able to reach everyone right away, and victims or bystanders provide the initial aid on 95% of all emergencies. Sponsored by Homeland Security Region 3, CERT is a three-day training program that prepares you to help yourself, family, neighbors, and co-workers in the event of a disaster. CERT training provides you with the necessary skills to save lives and protect property.
NOTE: On day three of the training, you will have the opportunity to practice what you learned by participating in a disaster simulation. Casual clothing and closed toe shoes are required all three days.
Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Identify and anticipate hazards.
- Prepare for disaster situations.
- Reduce fire hazards in the home and workplace.
- Extinguish small fires.
- Conduct light search and rescue.
- Set up medical treatment areas.
- Apply basic medical techniques.
- Help reduce survivor stress.
Intended Audience: Employees involved in Safety or Risk Management programs.