Home of the North San Luis Obispo County C.E.R.T. Community
Emergency Response Team
Our Heritage Ranch CERT class is now underway. We wish to
thank Cal Fire for their assistance in bringing the training to the residents of the Lake Nacimiento, and
Oak Shores areas. The CERT program in the North San Luis Obispo area is a joint presentation of the City of
Atascadero, City of Paso Robles, the San Luis Obispo County Fire Dept. (Cal Fire), the Templeton C.S.D., and the
San Miguel C.S.D. With private businesses helping out, the CERT training benefits all citizens in the North
San Luis Obispo County area.
BIG NEWS! Sign up now for
the upcoming CERT Training class to be held in Templeton. Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 4th, at 6
p.m., and running for four consecutive Tuesday evenings, with a Saturday "Hands On" training exercise
(see pictures on following pages for examples of the exciting activities!) this class will fill up quickly! Drop
us a line here at NorthSLOCoCERT@gmail.com to be put on the list. Details to be posted here very soon!
The video below will give you a
brief overview of the CERT program.
Atascadero Fire Dept.
Paso Robles Office of Emergency Services D.H.S
Your interest in the North San Luis Obispo County area CERT
program is truly appreciated. The training, sponsored
by the five North County Fire Agencies, is aimed at providing area residents the opportunity to learn more about Emergency Response, and Disaster Preparedness.
The
course is taught following the 20 hour, Department of Homeland
Security approved guidelines.
Taking the classes will make a world of difference in how you get through the next major disaster event. All graduating
students will receive a CERT gear bag with basic emergency equipment to aid themselves, family, neighbors, and others during a time of need. Being prepared is what
it is all about!
North County residents have the opportunity be prepared through education, training, and volunteer service to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to the
threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues, and disasters of all kinds. CERT was selected as one of the primary
programs offered by the D.H.S. to help the American public to meet this challenge.
CERT
Training is designed to prepare you to help yourself, your family, and your neighbors in the event of a catastrophic
disaster. Because emergency services personnel will not be able to help everyone immediately, you can make a difference
by using the training to save lives and protect property throughout the area. This training covers basic skills
that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. With training and practice and
by working as a team, you will be able to do the greatest good for the greatest number after a disaster, while protecting
yourself from becoming a victim. Community-based preparedness planning allows us to prepare for and respond to anticipated
disruptions and potential hazards following a disaster.
As individuals, we can prepare our homes and families to cope during that critical period. Through pre-event planning, neighborhoods and employers can also work together to
help reduce injuries, loss of lives, and property damage. Neighborhood preparedness will enhance the ability of
all citizens to reduce emergency services needs, and to manage their existing resources until professional assistance
becomes available.
Contact us here at NorthSLOCoCERT@gmail.com to get on the waiting list for future classes in Templeton, San Miguel, or Paso
Robles. Sign up now as our last class in Atascadero was filled early!!!
Please
note that due
to limited seating, North
County residents, followed by other SLO County residents are given first consideration for class sign ups. Students between 16 to 18 years
old are allowed to register for the class with at least one parent's participation. No one under 16 please.
Please check out the videos
below. They will give you an idea of the benefits of CERT training, and what can be
done to prepare yourself for a disaster...
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CERT students receive vital information from Professionals.
CERT Graduates- Paso Robles 2011
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No boring lectures here!
Outside the classroom sessions give students a chance to participate.
Instructors help students practice their skills
Student volunteers portray the disaster victims
Below, the videos explains
your need for self reliance during, and immediately after a disaster. CERT is the answer!
To visit the new California Preparedness website
click here. See the next videos in this series there.
Are you Prepared for 72 hours of being on your own? Your
Emergency Kit should include the following basic items: Water- 2 gallons per person per day, and
don't forget your pet's needs-- First aid kits with enough supplies for major injuries-- Prescription
medicines for at least one week-- Enough food for all, including family pets for one week--Personal hygiene needs-- Spare
clothing, extra eye glasses, and some sturdy shoes-- Cash for small transactions-- Tarps for sun and rain protection-- A battery
powered radio for post emergency updates-- Fire wood or charcoal for heating water, cooking, and personal warmth-- One 5 gallon
bucket, plus hand tools for small repairs-- Flashlights or light sticks-- In the North County, with its temperature extremes,
it makes sense to store any perishable items in a sturdy ice chest. Store it near an outside wall so that it can be retrieved
after a partial building collapse. Make sure every family member is aware of the location. A key piece of survival equipment
is a reliable two way radio. When disaster strikes, cell phones and land line telephone systems will be overloaded, or
destroyed outright. A great source for affordable, professional quality radios used all over America is http://cordnrradio.com Your ability to stay in touch with relatives, friends, neighbors and volunteers will add peace of mind, and increase
your chances of making it through the disruption.
Thank You to all the North County Fire Agencies...
The CERT program would not exist without your support!
Program endorsed by the Fire Chiefs
Association of San Luis Obispo County, in association with the California Fire Chiefs Association.
Sponsored in part by PG&E
Thank You to EQ-Wine Covers Co. of Paso Robles
for underwriting all of the costs associated with the first CERT class held recently in Paso Robles.
If you would like to help out the CERT program, please contact us for details, and opportunities. We will feature your bussines here on our website, as well as in our print advertising.
