CERT-Training

R2 Individual and Community Preparedness Webinars January – June 2024

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17-Jan-24

Many CERT programs have deployed their CERT Volunteers for various emergency and disaster response activities. This presentation discusses the CERT Call out and Deployment procedures utilized by the Los Angeles City Fire Department and San Francisco City Fire Department.

24-Jan-24

Life- threatening emergencies can happen fast, and emergency responders aren’t always nearby. You may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. The Until Help Arrives program teaches basic skills to help keep people alive and safe until professional help arrives. Learn five simple steps that may save a life.

31-Jan-24

CERT Volunteers can be a blessing or a burden. This presentation will discuss the importance of a Code of Conduct for CERT Volunteers and how to properly manage, discipline, and dismiss a CERT volunteer if necessary.

1-Feb-24

This webinar will review some of the key components to consider when planning how you can best protect yourself during a building emergency. Living and working in buildings with multiple floors with staircases and elevators adds additional complexities on how individuals plan for and respond to a multitude of emergencies. Being able to recognize the characteristics and protocols of the buildings that you live and work are critical to making your own plans whether you are a resident, staff or leadership of the building. Part of this planning should also consider those in your family or building that may find themselves needing

14-Feb-24

The 2023 National CERT Conference included a CERT Exercise Competition, also commonly referred to as a CERT Rodeo. The planning and execution of one of these events is not an easy one but can be tremendously rewarding for all CERT programs involved and their CERT Volunteers. During this presentation, the presenters will discuss how to effectively plan and execute this type of event, including lessons learned and best practices.

21-Feb-24

Hail, snow, freezing rain and ice-cold temperatures present challenges for volunteers assisting in their community. Learn how NYC Emergency Management trains, exercises and utilizes CERT volunteers to assist EM and provide support to the citizens of New York City.

28-Feb-24

FEMA Region 2 Fire Program Grant Specialist Alvin Mathew will provide a brief overview of AFG grants, grant management, and grant writing. In addition, he will provide tips on how to develop a successful grant application.

13-Mar-24

This session introduces a variety of methods and how to utilize various types of instructors to enhance the learning environment within a CERT program. Participants will be able to discuss how to create and deliver training presentations with well structured, easy-to-read slides, and encourage active participation during the whole learning experience.

19-Mar-24

Santa Barbara City and County (California) has utilized CERT volunteers to support EOC operations. This presentation will discuss the roles that CERT volunteers can play, and the types of training CERT volunteers should receive to help them succeed in the EOC environment.

20-Mar-24

This webinar is designed to address, analyze, and discuss relevant current issues and the changes that affect the field of cybersecurity. Specific coverage areas include current Cybersecurity methodology, recent Ransomware Cybersecurity Attacks, and Social Engineering Attack Techniques. The webinar will discuss techniques and solutions to mitigate the recent Cybersecurity attacks, including discussion, penetration testing, and live activities.

8-May-24

Climate change has contributed to extreme weather events, including more frequent and intense wildfires in areas not normally been impacted by them including East Coast communities impacted by wildfire smoke last summer. Learn how you can work with your community and collaborate with agency and SLTT partners to improve your wildfire safety and your neighborhood’s resiliency. We will explore resources, tools, and strategies to help you prepare for wildfire and create and sustain a Fire- Adapted Community.

29-May-24

Preparing employees for a potential active shooter incident is an integral component of an organization’s incident response planning. Because active shooter incidents are unpredictable and evolve quickly, preparing for and knowing what to do in an active shooter situation can be the difference between life and death.

30-May-24

Life- threatening emergencies can happen fast, and emergency responders aren’t always nearby. You may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. The Until Help Arrives program teaches basic skills to help keep people alive and safe until professional help arrives. Learn five simple steps that may save a life.

12-Jun-24

During a disaster, many survivors are separated from their animals. Animal shelters can be a major operation during a disaster response. In this presentation, participants will learn about Animal Shelter Operations and how to care for animals belonging to disaster evacuees.

20-Jun-24

This webinar is intended to educate government emergency management to interpret tropical cyclone forecasts and alerts, and know what to do before, during, and after a storm. This session provides a brief overview of hurricane hazards, forecast products, and emergency management resources for hurricane planning and response.

26-Jun-24

This webinar will cover hurricane basics, information resources, and how to find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone. We will also discuss preparedness measures for people living in hurricane-prone areas, such as emergency supplies, insurance, preparing your home, and making an individual or family hurricane plan.