The CERT training program is a hands on training course consisting of five evening classes, each about 3 hours in length.

CLASS #1

• Orientation and General Overview Earthquake Awareness
• Preparation/Emergency Supplies
• Hazard Awareness/Mitigation

CLASS #2

• Disaster Fire Suppression
• Extinguish a Real Fire using a Fire Extinguisher
• Hazardous Materials Awareness
• Terrorism

CLASS #3

• Disaster Medicine
• Care of Minor Injuries
• Triage - How to Decide Who to Treat and When How to Lift Patients
• Disaster Psychology

CLASS #4

• Light Search and Rescue Techniques

CLASS #5

• Team Response and Coordination
• Exterior Building Searches
• Interior Building Searches
• Filling Sandbags
• Proper Lifting Techniques
• Learn to Lift Large / Heavy Objects
• Practice Emergency Medical Techniques