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| Cert Name |
CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) |
| Region Name |
Pompano Beach, Fl (Broward Co.) |
| Cert Type |
County |
| Street Address |
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| Street Address Cont. |
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| City |
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| State |
FL |
| Zip Code |
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| Phone Number |
Not Provided
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| Status |
Approved |
| Cert Web Site |
| http://www.ci.pompano-beach.fl.us |
| Cert Description |
| Pompano Beach Fire Rescue conducts a seven week program (one evening per week) addressing the following topics:
1. Introduction to Disasters;
2/3.Disaster Medical Care I & II;
4. Fire Suppression;
5. Search & Rescue;
6. Pre-Hurricane Preparations;
7. Post Disaster Response, Psychology, and Team Organization.
Participants are schooled heavily in understanding and preparing for hurricanes. Each class is 2 1/2 hours in length and stresses "hands-on" training. FEMA completion certificates are issued at the end of the program. CERT disaster equipment and bags are issued free to all participants who successfully complete the program. The cost to all participants, at this time, is funded by the city and is provided at no charge. |
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