Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their community.
Contact: Sylvia Dake, Town of Andover EMC - 860-498-1692 - WXLADY@Earthlink.net
CERT Classes in Andover Jan. 7, 14, and 28
Two recent natural disasters in our area have proved the value of Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT). A great number of civic-minded volunteers also rallied to help the teams during these crises. Training is now offered to anyone who would like to become a CERT member. Classes will be held at the Community Room at the Andover Town Hall, 17 School Rd., from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., on the following Saturdays: Jan. 7, 14, and 28. This valuable preparedness training is free of charge, and will instill confidence in one’s ability to help family and community in time of need. For more information contact instructor and Andover Emergency Management Coordinator Sylvia Dake at 860 498-1692  or wxlady@earthlink.net.
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