The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their community.
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CERT |
CERT Refresher |
CERT TtT
Train the Trainer |
| Topics |
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Disaster Preparedness
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Disaster Fire Suppression
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Disaster Medical Operations
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Light Search & Rescue Operations
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Disaster Psychology & Team Organization
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Bio-Terrorism
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Disaster Simulation
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Refresher designed to review the skills learned in the original 20-hour course. |
Prepares CERT Team members to teach the CERT program. |
Course
Length |
20 Hours |
8 Hours |
20 Hours |
| Typical Schedule |
One 4 hour day
Two 8 Hour Days
(May be adjusted to fit schedules) |
Two 4 Hour Sessions |
One 4 hour day
Two 8 hour days
(May be adjusted to fit schedules) |
| Prerequisite |
18 year min. age |
CERT |
CERT and approval of Scott County EMA Director |
| Cost |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Dress/Equipment |
Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes to accomodate the weather. If avaialble, bring your personal response pack. |
| Course |
Date(s) |
Location |
Additional Information |
CERT
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June 24-26 (Section A)
June 26-28 (Section B) |
Scott Co. Jail Training Room, Benton
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TBA
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| CERT Refresher |
TBA |
TBA |
TBA |
CERT TtT
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July 10, 11, 12 |
Cape Giradeau Fire
(Contact Jim Watkins at Cpae Fire to register for this course) |
TBA |
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to register for any of the courses above or to arrange trainging for your group or organization, call or e-mail:
Joel Evans , Scott Co. EMA Director
(573)545-9189
ema@scottcountymo.com
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The following equipment and supplies are recommended as a minimum supply cache for all CERT Team members. As you gain experience as a CERT member, you will likely expand your kit to meet your unique needs and those of your community.
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8 x 5 poly tarp
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roll utility tape
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goggles
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utility scissors
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utility knife
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pen (ink)
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large marker
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crescent wrench
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2 extra batteries
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scene vest
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roll caution tape
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flat pry bar
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flashlight
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pair of leather gloves
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dust mask
First Aid Kit Including:
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