California State University, Channel Islands
04/29/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/29/2024 12:01
Apr 29, 2024 First-ever CSUCI CERT group completes training
April 29, 2024 - The first-ever CSUCI Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), made up of volunteers from campus the local community, recently completed their training to support emergency preparedness.
CERT is made up of volunteers from the community who are trained in a variety of roles so they can assist in the event of a disaster. Volunteers are trained in:
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Residential & Community Checks
Ensure family members and neighbors are safe and well following a disaster -
First Aid & Triage
Providing basic first aid and triage of injured people until medical professionals arrive on scene -
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Educate neighbors and peers on disaster preparedness and resources -
Traffic & Crowd Management
Control the flow of people during small power outages or disasters -
Light Search & Rescue
Assist, locate, and provide first aid to stranded invdividuals in the disaster.
Participants were required to attend six weeks of training, culminating with a final, simulated disaster drill where they were able to put their new skills to use.
CERT is an official FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) program that offers a consistent, nationwide approach to volunteer training and organization that professional responders can rely on during disaster situations, allowing them to focus on more complex tasks.
For more information contact Maggie Tougas at [email protected].