The Burbank Fire Department cordially welcomes your team to compete in the 2011 CERT Invitational.
This September 17, ten teams will execute high-intensity skills challenges based on the Citizen Corps CERT curricula. In this second-annual event, a mix of municipal and industry teams will compete to achieve the highest cumulative score over six distinctive stations:
Fire Suppression
Victim Triage and Casualty Collection Area
Search and Rescue Operations
Cribbing and Victim Extrication
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CERT comprehensive written exam
Each station is designed for six team members. Overall team size may range between a minimum of six (6) and a maximum of ten (10). All competing teams are required to provide an additional person that will be assigned to the overall event to assist with competition administration and logistics. All competing members are required to provide their own Personal Protective Equipment, though all operational materials will be furnished at each station.
General registration is now open and is handled online through the Eventbrite service:
2011invitational.eventbrite.com
Registration will remain open until all positions are filled. There is an entry fee of $50.00 for CERT teams from a city or county agency; $100.00 for business/industry ERT teams.
Ticket categories on registration page:
Municipal CERT Team
Business/Industry Team
Teams may pay by credit card or check. There is a nominal service fee charged by the registration website for credit card transactions. If your organization chooses to pay by check, when registering please click "show other payment options" under the "order now" button and a new button "pay offline" will appear. Click this option. Teams that withdraw before July 31, 2011 will be given a refund.
Additional information and regulations can be found at:
BurbankFireCorps.org/CERT_Invitational
We'll see you in September!
Erik Day
2011 CERT Invitational Coordinator
competition@burbankfirecorps.org
http://www.burbankfirecorps.org/CERT_Invitational/
www.ci.burbank.ca.us
Showing posts with label Training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Training. Show all posts
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Red Cross Class - Psychological First Aid
The Red Cross is offering a Psychological First Aid class - a disaster services class.
The class is free and there is no pre-requisite and is open to all.
It will run from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, July 9th immediately following the regular monthly Ojai Red Cross Meeting -- Arc Enrichment Center, 210 Canada Street, Ojai.
To sign up contact Kris Mannale at 987 1514 ext 320, or emailing him at mannalek@usa.redcross.org
Provide Kris with your address and phone number as he needs that for the signup registration process.
The class is free and there is no pre-requisite and is open to all.
It will run from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, July 9th immediately following the regular monthly Ojai Red Cross Meeting -- Arc Enrichment Center, 210 Canada Street, Ojai.
To sign up contact Kris Mannale at 987 1514 ext 320, or emailing him at mannalek@usa.redcross.org
Provide Kris with your address and phone number as he needs that for the signup registration process.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
How to attend a make-up CERT class for credit
Oftentimes, it's not possible to attend every session with your primary class and CERT instructor. As there are ongoing CERT classes held throughout the County, it's important to make efforts to complete your training by attending makeup classes.
This easy procedure should be followed when attending another CERT class to makeup hours for credit towards graduation - especially when it will be with a different instructor.
1. Locate another class - ask your current instructor for suggestions or go to County CERT Web-site at: http://fire.countyofventura.org/Community/CERT/CERTClassSchedule/tabid/98/Default.aspx
2. Contact makeup class instructor and confirm OK to attend -- this is not a requirement, but a good suggestion, so they know you're attending.
3. Print out this makeup form and take with you to class - http://fire.countyofventura.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=jZ%2flB39dHW0%3d&tabid=98
4. Introduce yourself upon arrival at class.
5. Ensure you have makeup instructor fill out bottom of form
6. Return makeup form to your primary CERT instructor to be processed for credit
This easy procedure should be followed when attending another CERT class to makeup hours for credit towards graduation - especially when it will be with a different instructor.
1. Locate another class - ask your current instructor for suggestions or go to County CERT Web-site at: http://fire.countyofventura.org/Community/CERT/CERTClassSchedule/tabid/98/Default.aspx
2. Contact makeup class instructor and confirm OK to attend -- this is not a requirement, but a good suggestion, so they know you're attending.
3. Print out this makeup form and take with you to class - http://fire.countyofventura.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=jZ%2flB39dHW0%3d&tabid=98
4. Introduce yourself upon arrival at class.
5. Ensure you have makeup instructor fill out bottom of form
6. Return makeup form to your primary CERT instructor to be processed for credit
New! CERT Class begins on Tuesday, March 15th
Ojai Valley CERT is pleased to announce a new CERT Training that begins in March. It is important this program is maintained with active community interest. Please clear your calendar and register, or complete any make-up classes and graduate.
• Ojai Valley Community Emergency Response Team course!
*Register now!* Classes are open to all Ojai Valley and North Coast residents at least 18 years old or older and are free of charge. Bilingual participants are especially welcome and needed! Those in need of makeup classes to complete their CERT training are particularly encouraged to take part. Upon graduation, all CERT volunteers are provided a pack of personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, flash light, etc) for emergency response. To register, call (805) 654-2703, the office of Ventura County District 1 Supervisor Steve Bennett, sponsor of the training, and speak with Cindy Cantle or Brian Brennan. Thanks!
1) Tues, March 15, 2011, 6:30-9pm
2) Tues, March 22, 2011, 6:30-9pm
3) Tues, March 29, 2011, 6:30-9pm
4) Tues, April 5, 2011, 6:30-9pm
5) Tues, April 12, 2011, 6:30-9pm
6) Tues, April 19, 2011, 6:30-9pm
7) Graduation drill date to be determined by the class.
Oak View Park & Resource Center (OVPARC), 555 Mahoney Ave, Oak View
For more info or to register, call Cindy Cantle or Brian Brennan at (805) 654-2703.
• City of Ventura Community Emergency Response Team course!
Classes are open to all City of Ventura residents at least 18 years old or older and are free of charge. Bilingual participants are especially welcome and needed! Those in need of makeup classes to complete their CERT training are particularly encouraged to take part. Upon graduation, all CERT volunteers are provided a pack of personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, flash light, etc) for emergency response. For more info or to register, contact Heidi Caldwell: (805)658-4717 or . Thanks!
1) Wed, March 16, 2011, 6:30-9pm
2) Wed, March 23, 2011, 6:30-9pm
3) Wed, March 30, 2011, 6:30-9pm
4) Wed, April 6, 2011, 6:30-9pm
5) Wed, April 13, 2011, 6:30-9pm
6) Wed, April 20, 2011, 6:30-9pm
7) Graduation drill date to be determined by the class.
Police/Fire Headquarters, 1425 Dowell Dr, Ventura
For more info or to register, contact Heidi Caldwell: (805)658-4717 or hacaldwell@cityofventura.net
NOTE: Both the Ojai and Ventura classes will combine together for the final CERT Graduation exercise -- great way to network and gives an opportunity for former CERT Graduates to assist & support in a larger scale training event.
Note: The Ojai and Ventura classes are purposely staggered next to each other, so you can attend a make-up session at the other location, if needed.
The complete Ventura County CERT training calendar is at:
http://fire.countyofventura.org/Community/CERT/CERTClassSchedule/tabid/98/Default.aspx
• Ojai Valley Community Emergency Response Team course!
*Register now!* Classes are open to all Ojai Valley and North Coast residents at least 18 years old or older and are free of charge. Bilingual participants are especially welcome and needed! Those in need of makeup classes to complete their CERT training are particularly encouraged to take part. Upon graduation, all CERT volunteers are provided a pack of personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, flash light, etc) for emergency response. To register, call (805) 654-2703, the office of Ventura County District 1 Supervisor Steve Bennett, sponsor of the training, and speak with Cindy Cantle or Brian Brennan. Thanks!
1) Tues, March 15, 2011, 6:30-9pm
2) Tues, March 22, 2011, 6:30-9pm
3) Tues, March 29, 2011, 6:30-9pm
4) Tues, April 5, 2011, 6:30-9pm
5) Tues, April 12, 2011, 6:30-9pm
6) Tues, April 19, 2011, 6:30-9pm
7) Graduation drill date to be determined by the class.
Oak View Park & Resource Center (OVPARC), 555 Mahoney Ave, Oak View
For more info or to register, call Cindy Cantle or Brian Brennan at (805) 654-2703.
• City of Ventura Community Emergency Response Team course!
Classes are open to all City of Ventura residents at least 18 years old or older and are free of charge. Bilingual participants are especially welcome and needed! Those in need of makeup classes to complete their CERT training are particularly encouraged to take part. Upon graduation, all CERT volunteers are provided a pack of personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, flash light, etc) for emergency response. For more info or to register, contact Heidi Caldwell: (805)658-4717 or
1) Wed, March 16, 2011, 6:30-9pm
2) Wed, March 23, 2011, 6:30-9pm
3) Wed, March 30, 2011, 6:30-9pm
4) Wed, April 6, 2011, 6:30-9pm
5) Wed, April 13, 2011, 6:30-9pm
6) Wed, April 20, 2011, 6:30-9pm
7) Graduation drill date to be determined by the class.
Police/Fire Headquarters, 1425 Dowell Dr, Ventura
For more info or to register, contact Heidi Caldwell: (805)658-4717 or hacaldwell@cityofventura.net
NOTE: Both the Ojai and Ventura classes will combine together for the final CERT Graduation exercise -- great way to network and gives an opportunity for former CERT Graduates to assist & support in a larger scale training event.
Note: The Ojai and Ventura classes are purposely staggered next to each other, so you can attend a make-up session at the other location, if needed.
The complete Ventura County CERT training calendar is at:
http://fire.countyofventura.org/Community/CERT/CERTClassSchedule/tabid/98/Default.aspx
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Webinars for Neighborhood Tabletop Exercises
I haven't gone through one of these programs yet, but it looks to be very promising. Please take a look at the links.
What: Webinars for Neighborhood Tabletop Exercises January - June 2011.
Who: Recommended for CERT teams/communities or other spontaneous emergency volunteers (recommended that at least 3 people/group register & participate simultaneously).
Links:
http://www.drc-group.com/project/footprint.html
http://www.drc-group.com/library/exercise/formidable/Formidable-Neighborhood-ExerciseFlyer.pdf
* Free to participate
* Several scenarios to consider: earthquake, flood, hurricane, influenza pandemic, tornado, and wildfire.
* May work best if a group is participating together in one location.
What: Webinars for Neighborhood Tabletop Exercises January - June 2011.
Who: Recommended for CERT teams/communities or other spontaneous emergency volunteers (recommended that at least 3 people/group register & participate simultaneously).
Links:
http://www.drc-group.com/project/footprint.html
http://www.drc-group.com/library/exercise/formidable/Formidable-Neighborhood-ExerciseFlyer.pdf
* Free to participate
* Several scenarios to consider: earthquake, flood, hurricane, influenza pandemic, tornado, and wildfire.
* May work best if a group is participating together in one location.
Friday, October 15, 2010
2010 CERT Expo - Registration Open for Nov 6th
The 2010 CERT Expo (Saturday, November 6th - all day) is now open for registration.
Please register by going to: http://fire.countyofventura.org/cert
For questions, or to volunteer, contact your local CERT Coordinator or Ventura County Fire Department CERT Program Administrator at 805-389-9710
Please register by going to: http://fire.countyofventura.org/cert
For questions, or to volunteer, contact your local CERT Coordinator or Ventura County Fire Department CERT Program Administrator at 805-389-9710
Ventura County CERT Council upcoming meeting (Oct 26th)
Please set aside October 26th from 7:00PM to 8:30PM.
The National Weather Service (NWS) will offer Weather-spotting training to interested CERT volunteers.
See flier below:
The National Weather Service (NWS) will offer Weather-spotting training to interested CERT volunteers.
See flier below:
Friday, September 10, 2010
Creating Vigilant, Prepared, Resilient Communities for Homeland Security
This information sent to Ojai from Tom Fischer - Antelope Valley CERT.
The Regional Community Policing Institute-California and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department CERT Program is hosting the following Free Training.
Creating Vigilant, Prepared, Resilient Communities for
Homeland Security
October 5 – 6, 2010 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
at the Norwalk Arts and Sports Complex
13000 Clarkdale Avenue, Norwalk, California 90650
Only with strong partnerships, enhanced networking capabilities, and organized
community infrastructures can United States' communities become vigilant,
prepared, and resilient in the war on terrorism and other events of national
significance. Whether security threats involve acts of terrorism or natural or
man-made disasters, a community's ability to become vigilant, prepared, and
resilient depends upon the efforts/partnerships of law enforcement,
governmental and non-governmental organizations, community members, and
tribal members who are adequately trained and equipped. With the continued
threat of terrorist attacks and other events of national significance, now more
than ever, it is incumbent on every U.S. citizen to not become a burden in times
of crisis.
This two-day course is designed to provide individuals, organizations,
communities, businesses, schools and public safety agencies with awarenesslevel
information that leads to creating vigilant, prepared, and resilient
communities for homeland security and events of national significance. This
interactive course includes classroom instruction, problem-based learning
strategies, and practical hands-on activities in topics that include:
The components of homeland security preparedness and response,
including terrorism and fear considerations
The elements of group dynamics, including team building, leadership
principles, and conflict resolution
Community responsibility and action planning
Please register at http://www.rcpi-ca.org/classreg/. For questions, contact the
Regional Community Policing Institute at 1-800-659-8985. There is no fee to
attend this course.
The Regional Community Policing Institute-California and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department CERT Program is hosting the following Free Training.
Creating Vigilant, Prepared, Resilient Communities for
Homeland Security
October 5 – 6, 2010 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
at the Norwalk Arts and Sports Complex
13000 Clarkdale Avenue, Norwalk, California 90650
Only with strong partnerships, enhanced networking capabilities, and organized
community infrastructures can United States' communities become vigilant,
prepared, and resilient in the war on terrorism and other events of national
significance. Whether security threats involve acts of terrorism or natural or
man-made disasters, a community's ability to become vigilant, prepared, and
resilient depends upon the efforts/partnerships of law enforcement,
governmental and non-governmental organizations, community members, and
tribal members who are adequately trained and equipped. With the continued
threat of terrorist attacks and other events of national significance, now more
than ever, it is incumbent on every U.S. citizen to not become a burden in times
of crisis.
This two-day course is designed to provide individuals, organizations,
communities, businesses, schools and public safety agencies with awarenesslevel
information that leads to creating vigilant, prepared, and resilient
communities for homeland security and events of national significance. This
interactive course includes classroom instruction, problem-based learning
strategies, and practical hands-on activities in topics that include:
The components of homeland security preparedness and response,
including terrorism and fear considerations
The elements of group dynamics, including team building, leadership
principles, and conflict resolution
Community responsibility and action planning
Please register at http://www.rcpi-ca.org/classreg/. For questions, contact the
Regional Community Policing Institute at 1-800-659-8985. There is no fee to
attend this course.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
CERT Training Available in Ventura Harbor (April/May 2010)
There will be a CERT Class in Ventura Harbor in April or May. If you are missing one or more sessions from previous CERT Trainings, you are welcome to attend just those sessions or all the sessions.
You will be contacted for a date and time of classes. Please email Scott Miller (smiller@venturaharbor.com). You might also email Scott your preference as to which night of the week is best for you. Classes usually begin at 6:30pm for 3 hrs.
Residents and employees/business owners within Ventura Harbor will be given priority placement in the class if more sign up than there are spaces
We appreciate the efforts of Harbormaster Scott Miller and Fire Marshall Brian Clark for making this possible.
Lynn Mikelatos
You will be contacted for a date and time of classes. Please email Scott Miller (smiller@venturaharbor.com). You might also email Scott your preference as to which night of the week is best for you. Classes usually begin at 6:30pm for 3 hrs.
Residents and employees/business owners within Ventura Harbor will be given priority placement in the class if more sign up than there are spaces
We appreciate the efforts of Harbormaster Scott Miller and Fire Marshall Brian Clark for making this possible.
Lynn Mikelatos
Sunday, November 29, 2009
CERT class starts in January, 2010
I'm pleased to announce that CERT Training will be offered - sponsored by Ventura County District 1 Supervisor Steve Bennett - this coming January, 2010 in The Ojai Valley.
It is important to fully seize this opportunity by having residents (minimum 18 years old) register and attend classes. This is also a great opportunity for those that are needing make-up classes to complete the training.
The program is covered over 6 Tuesday evenings and 1 Saturday AM. Times and dates are: 6:30PM to 9PM on January 19th, 26th and February 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and concluding with a Graduation Exercise on Saturday 27th from 9AM to noon.
Location is the Oak View Park and Resource Center -- 555 Mahoney Ave, Oak View.
Please register by calling Cindy Cantle at (805) 654-2703.
It is important to fully seize this opportunity by having residents (minimum 18 years old) register and attend classes. This is also a great opportunity for those that are needing make-up classes to complete the training.
The program is covered over 6 Tuesday evenings and 1 Saturday AM. Times and dates are: 6:30PM to 9PM on January 19th, 26th and February 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and concluding with a Graduation Exercise on Saturday 27th from 9AM to noon.
Location is the Oak View Park and Resource Center -- 555 Mahoney Ave, Oak View.
Please register by calling Cindy Cantle at (805) 654-2703.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Certainly CERT Refresher Training - Sign-up!!!
Certainly CERT Refresher Training
Operation Certainly CERT, our first ever countywide CERT drill, will put 250 Ventura County CERT (including Ojai Valley CERT) members to the test in a full day series of exercises in each of the 4 CERT core competencies: fire suppression; search and rescue; simple triage; and rapid treatment. Several Ojai Valley CERT members have put a considerable amount of effort into the planning of this drill being held by Ventura County. I will be in charge of the "Cribbing & Lifting" exercise and am looking forward to seeing a great turnout.
Register *NOW* to reserve your place in this unprecedented event slated for Saturday, November 7, 2009, at the Ventura County Fire Department Headquarters Training Facility at the Camarillo Airport.
Pre-registration for the first 20 Ojai Valley CERT members is open *NOW* on the VCFD/CERT web page:
http://fire.countyofventura.org/certregistration/
Participation will be limited to the first 250 people. To help equalize regional participation, each of the 10 Ventura County CERT regions will be allowed time *NOW* to pre-register up to 20 local participants.
Once our alotted 20 Ojai Valley slots are filled, anyone else who wants to take part will be invited to apply again beginning August 31, when registration will be open to general CERT membership on a first- come- first- served basis to fill any remaining spaces.
Anyone wishing to volunteer can register at any time.
A liability waiver and photo release forms will accompany registration. Please print, sign, and bring them with you to check-in the morning of the event. Instructional handouts, schedule, and a map will also be available from the site soon.
For more information, call Alexander (389-9722) or Ramona Armijo (910-9585) of Ventura County CERT.
Register *NOW* on the VCFD/CERT web page:
http://fire.countyofventura.org/certregistration/
Operation Certainly CERT, our first ever countywide CERT drill, will put 250 Ventura County CERT (including Ojai Valley CERT) members to the test in a full day series of exercises in each of the 4 CERT core competencies: fire suppression; search and rescue; simple triage; and rapid treatment. Several Ojai Valley CERT members have put a considerable amount of effort into the planning of this drill being held by Ventura County. I will be in charge of the "Cribbing & Lifting" exercise and am looking forward to seeing a great turnout.
Register *NOW* to reserve your place in this unprecedented event slated for Saturday, November 7, 2009, at the Ventura County Fire Department Headquarters Training Facility at the Camarillo Airport.
Pre-registration for the first 20 Ojai Valley CERT members is open *NOW* on the VCFD/CERT web page:
http://fire.countyofventura.org/certregistration/
Participation will be limited to the first 250 people. To help equalize regional participation, each of the 10 Ventura County CERT regions will be allowed time *NOW* to pre-register up to 20 local participants.
Once our alotted 20 Ojai Valley slots are filled, anyone else who wants to take part will be invited to apply again beginning August 31, when registration will be open to general CERT membership on a first- come- first- served basis to fill any remaining spaces.
Anyone wishing to volunteer can register at any time.
A liability waiver and photo release forms will accompany registration. Please print, sign, and bring them with you to check-in the morning of the event. Instructional handouts, schedule, and a map will also be available from the site soon.
For more information, call Alexander (389-9722) or Ramona Armijo (910-9585) of Ventura County CERT.
Register *NOW* on the VCFD/CERT web page:
http://fire.countyofventura.org/certregistration/
Monday, August 3, 2009
CERT-Los Angeles CERT refresher - 8/16/09
CERT Los Angeles is holding a refresher on Sunday, August 16th. CERT began in Los Angeles in 1985, so they've got quite good at this.
This is open to all CERT Graduates (even those outside Los Angeles).
Please go to this web-site to register, if interested:
You will need to register, including faxing down your Ojai Valley CERT certificate.
http://www.cert-la.com/refresher.htm
The next CERT refresher will be held on Sunday, August 16, 2009, at Fire Station 88 in Sherman Oaks.
The drill is open to all graduates of CERT training programs.
Come practice and refresh the skills you learned during the CERT Basic Training.
Get more information and sign up now at http://www.cert-la.com/refresher.htm
Linda Underwood for www.cert-la.com
This is open to all CERT Graduates (even those outside Los Angeles).
Please go to this web-site to register, if interested:
You will need to register, including faxing down your Ojai Valley CERT certificate.
http://www.cert-la.com/refresher.htm
The next CERT refresher will be held on Sunday, August 16, 2009, at Fire Station 88 in Sherman Oaks.
The drill is open to all graduates of CERT training programs.
Come practice and refresh the skills you learned during the CERT Basic Training.
Get more information and sign up now at http://www.cert-la.com/refresher.htm
Linda Underwood for www.cert-la.com
Sunday, May 24, 2009
CERT Class -- Starts June 17th (Register Now!!)
Ojai Valley CERT is extremely pleased to announce an upcoming CERT class
Next Training Class Starts
June 17th, 2009
Supervisor Steve Bennett’s office is registering Ojai Valley residents for Community Emergency Response Training (CERT). The 7-week course, sponsored by the Ventura County Fire Department, covers basic skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. CERT participants receive training, practice and learn how to work as a team in their neighborhoods. No prior experience or training is necessary, and there is no fee for the program.
Classes will begin on Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM and will run the following 5 Wednesdays. The last (7th) class will be held Saturday July 25th from 10 AM- Noon where drills associated with CERT training will take place
Classes will be held in the multi-purpose room at the Oak View Park and Resource Center, 555 Mahoney, Oak View.
To register call Supervisor Bennett’s office at 654-2703.
Next Training Class Starts
June 17th, 2009
Supervisor Steve Bennett’s office is registering Ojai Valley residents for Community Emergency Response Training (CERT). The 7-week course, sponsored by the Ventura County Fire Department, covers basic skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. CERT participants receive training, practice and learn how to work as a team in their neighborhoods. No prior experience or training is necessary, and there is no fee for the program.
Classes will begin on Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM and will run the following 5 Wednesdays. The last (7th) class will be held Saturday July 25th from 10 AM- Noon where drills associated with CERT training will take place
Classes will be held in the multi-purpose room at the Oak View Park and Resource Center, 555 Mahoney, Oak View.
To register call Supervisor Bennett’s office at 654-2703.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Ojai Valley CERT class graduated on 4/4/09
The most recent Ojai Valley CERT Graduation was April 4th, 2009.
Ojai Valley CERT continues to grow as another class of 40 students held their final class, graduation ceremony and drill exercise Saturday, April 4th.
A last minute venue change required the class to complete their training at the New Wine Harvest Fellowship Church in Ojai -- thanks to Pastor Diane Bailey (KI6VCN), the East City Ojai CERT Neighborhood Area Coordinator.
A major addition to the group’s assets is access to the City of Ojai’s Mass Casualty Unit Trailer (MCU). The CERT group provides frequent inventory checks, basic maintenance, and cross-trains Ojai CERT members in equipment and supplies. Several CERT Ventura County Auxiliary Communications Service members are prepared to relocate the trailer on a moment’s notice, under the direction of Chief of Police Chris Dunn in event of emergency/disaster. Ventura County Fire Department provides the MCU training. Administrative oversight, maintenance and supplies are provided by Mike Culver, Ojai Director of Public Works.
The trailer was towed to the New Wine Fellowship Church grounds by Ken Williams (KI6VDT) and Paul Garth (KI6USA). Ojai CERT graduates set up the emergency equipment, tent; generator and floodlights. Stretchers, triage tarps, flags and other supplies were put in place during their final class. The new graduates have the experience of using real emergency equipment in a controlled training.
Brian Brennan, Executive Aide to Ventura County District One Supervisor Steve Bennett presented each graduating CERT member with a Certificate and Go-Bag. Brian offered encouraging remarks, and delivered a message of goodwill from Mr. Bennett.
Each CERT new graduate was introduced to their Neighborhood Area Coordinator and integrated into their team. During the drill the CERT graduates maintained their neighborhood groups, as they rotated through the various exercises, which allowed them to work together and form partnerships.
The purpose of the CERT Drill is to review the various practical aspects of the training which includes: Incident Command System; Communications; Search & Rescue; Cribbing & Lifting; Fire Suppression; and Medical/Triage. The exercise was a simulated earthquake affecting the site.
Kate Nelson (KI6YBB) volunteered as the Incident Commander and established the response teams.
Fire Captain Lazenby managed the Fire suppression exercise with Jake Bailey (KI6VCO). Kathlyn Miller (KI6VDI) assisted with Medical/Triage. Diane Bailey (KI6VCN) assisted with Search & Rescue. Beth von Gunten (KI6YBL) managed the cribbing & lifting drills. Ken Williams (KI6VDT) provided the Incident Commander with communication support. Paul Garth (KI6USA) assisted with Logistics. Sean Kellythorne (KI6MGI) ensured Safety during the drill.
The Ojai Valley CERT leadership team are all Ham Operators, supported by the Ojai Valley Amateur Radio Club. Twelve CERT graduates earned their Ham Radio licenses the prior Saturday.
Congratulations to all CERT graduates. Look for us in the 4th of July Parade, and please contact Cindy Cantle at (805) 654-2703 to register for upcoming CERT classes.
Upcoming American Red Cross Training events
The Ventura County Chapter of the American Red Cross holds frequent training programs which could be of interest to CERT Graduates -- First Aid, CPR, Shelter Management, etc.
For any volunteer effort, it's sometimes challenging to decide which hat to wear when assisting during a disaster. There are two areas to continually develop over time: additional skills/recurrency & awareness of another group's operations.
While CERT and Red Cross have functionally different operations immediately after a disaster, there may come a time to "switch hats" to assist other groups if needed.
Disaster Action Team (DAT) Mini-Institute
Saturday April 18th and 19th is a free Disaster Action Team (DAT) mini-institute at the Arc Enrichment Center at 210 Canada St. This is an excellent training opportunity and is put on in Ojai only a couple of times a year. It is a two-day training session that covers all the basics of Red Cross service and qualifies you to participate as a Red Cross responder.
If you want to extend your full participation in the Ojai Valley "triad" of CERT, Red Cross, and Amateur Radio, sign up for this event. Go out to www.arcventura.org and register for the class. The Institute covers Orientation, Mass Care Overview, and DAT Workshop on Saturday. On Sunday will be Shelter Operations and Shelter Simulation.
First Aid & CPR
Also under Red Cross training is a special class on Wednesday and Thursday this week (15-16 April) from 6:00 to 10:00 PM for First Aid and CPR. The CPR class covers infants, children, and adults - this is not common; usually the class is adult CPR only. If you are already an RC volunteer the cost of the training is $10. If you are not an RC volunteer you can still take the class for $60. Also highly recommended, and you know if you are not up-to-date on your CPR and F/A you need this. Go to the website and register -- www.arcventura.org
For any volunteer effort, it's sometimes challenging to decide which hat to wear when assisting during a disaster. There are two areas to continually develop over time: additional skills/recurrency & awareness of another group's operations.
While CERT and Red Cross have functionally different operations immediately after a disaster, there may come a time to "switch hats" to assist other groups if needed.
Disaster Action Team (DAT) Mini-Institute
Saturday April 18th and 19th is a free Disaster Action Team (DAT) mini-institute at the Arc Enrichment Center at 210 Canada St. This is an excellent training opportunity and is put on in Ojai only a couple of times a year. It is a two-day training session that covers all the basics of Red Cross service and qualifies you to participate as a Red Cross responder.
If you want to extend your full participation in the Ojai Valley "triad" of CERT, Red Cross, and Amateur Radio, sign up for this event. Go out to www.arcventura.org and register for the class. The Institute covers Orientation, Mass Care Overview, and DAT Workshop on Saturday. On Sunday will be Shelter Operations and Shelter Simulation.
First Aid & CPR
Also under Red Cross training is a special class on Wednesday and Thursday this week (15-16 April) from 6:00 to 10:00 PM for First Aid and CPR. The CPR class covers infants, children, and adults - this is not common; usually the class is adult CPR only. If you are already an RC volunteer the cost of the training is $10. If you are not an RC volunteer you can still take the class for $60. Also highly recommended, and you know if you are not up-to-date on your CPR and F/A you need this. Go to the website and register -- www.arcventura.org
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Ham Radio Programming Class (Calabasas) 2/10/09
The Lost Hills Disaster Communication Service is holding an intro class for Ham Radio Licensees on 2/10/09.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Intro to Radio Communications (Saturday, 1/31/09)
This Saturday, January 31st from 9AM to noon, the Ventura Harbor Community Council, the Ventura Port District and the Ojai Valley Amateur Radio Club will offer a free Radio Orientation class.
The Radio Orientation and hands-on use of all types of radios (FRS, GMRS, Marine, HAM) will all be covered.
The main class is Saturday, January 31st from 9-11am and those who want more hands on training can stay until noon. Holiday Inn Express - Windjammer Room (closest to Spinnaker).
Bring all of your radios for this very important activity.
You will learn about frequency bands and propagation limits, Emergency communications and practice. The Incident Command System that is used in ACS (Auxiliary Communication Service). The art of communication without adding or dropping important information. How to interact with the ACS, ICS protocol
What to say - when to say it - when to listen This is very important!!!
Net Operation, and I am sure much more - Bring your questions - the experts will answer them all.
The Holiday Inn Express hotel is providing the room at no charge for this event.
Please RSVP to this email Lynn Mikelatos at lynnmikelatos@gmail.com if you are coming. There is plenty of room so please bring friends who are interested.
Lynn Mikelatos, VHCC Chair
lynnmikelatos@gmail.com
PS: Those of you interested in HAM licensing (Both Technician and General) - information on a February class will be available.
The Radio Orientation and hands-on use of all types of radios (FRS, GMRS, Marine, HAM) will all be covered.
The main class is Saturday, January 31st from 9-11am and those who want more hands on training can stay until noon. Holiday Inn Express - Windjammer Room (closest to Spinnaker).
Bring all of your radios for this very important activity.
You will learn about frequency bands and propagation limits, Emergency communications and practice. The Incident Command System that is used in ACS (Auxiliary Communication Service). The art of communication without adding or dropping important information. How to interact with the ACS, ICS protocol
What to say - when to say it - when to listen This is very important!!!
Net Operation, and I am sure much more - Bring your questions - the experts will answer them all.
The Holiday Inn Express hotel is providing the room at no charge for this event.
Please RSVP to this email Lynn Mikelatos at lynnmikelatos@gmail.com if you are coming. There is plenty of room so please bring friends who are interested.
Lynn Mikelatos, VHCC Chair
lynnmikelatos@gmail.com
PS: Those of you interested in HAM licensing (Both Technician and General) - information on a February class will be available.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
7th Ojai Valley CERT class starts Tues 2/24/09
**** Correction **** First class starts Tuesday, February 24th
Considering the state of the economy, I'm extremely pleased to announce that County Supervisor Steve Bennett's Office will be sponsoring the 7th Ojai Valley CERT Class.
Beginning on February 24th for six Tuesdays from 7:00PM to 9:30PM, concluding with a final Saturday Class/Drill. Capt. Steve Lazenby (Santa Paula Fire Department) will be instructing.
Please register for the class by calling Cindy Cantle at (805) 654-2703 or email Cindy.cantle@ventura.org.
Location of CERT Class - Oak View Park and Resource Center, 555 Mahoney Street, Oak View.
Considering the state of the economy, I'm extremely pleased to announce that County Supervisor Steve Bennett's Office will be sponsoring the 7th Ojai Valley CERT Class.
Beginning on February 24th for six Tuesdays from 7:00PM to 9:30PM, concluding with a final Saturday Class/Drill. Capt. Steve Lazenby (Santa Paula Fire Department) will be instructing.
Please register for the class by calling Cindy Cantle at (805) 654-2703 or email Cindy.cantle@ventura.org.
Location of CERT Class - Oak View Park and Resource Center, 555 Mahoney Street, Oak View.
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