Personal Emergency Preparedness (PEP)
When disaster strikes… it may be several days before emergency services arrive in your neighborhood. This FREE training class is designed for individuals and families to be able to survive the first 72 hours following a disaster. This class includes information on types of Bay-area disasters and emergency procedures, how to make a plan, what to include in a disaster supplies kit, or “Go Kit”, and how to stay informed. This class has been modified to be delivered online by the Santa Clara County Fire Department.
Class Registration:
November 4, 2020 | 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM – Register
December 3, 2020 | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM – Register
Questions? Call (408) 378-4010 or Email: communityoutreach@sccfd.org
Preparing for Medical Emergencies
Learn how to recognize medical emergencies and when to call 9-1-1. Learn how to report emergencies and what to do before help arrives. Be prepared with completed medical documents and explore resources that can assist caregivers.
Class Registration:
December 2, 2020 | 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM – Register
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
In the event of an area-wide disaster, critical infrastructure and emergency services will be impacted. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) academy trains residents to prepare for and respond to life-threatening events in their community. CERT members can mobilize neighborhood resources, deliver immediate assistance to victims, organize emergency communications, and provide support to first responders.
CERT training academies are offered in the communities served by the Santa Clara County Fire Department and rotate throughout the year. Some of the skills taught include organizing resources, medical operations, basic search and rescue, how to use a fire extinguisher, and damage assessment. This course is over a period of 3 weeks, normally two classes a week.
Class Registration ($35): Call (408) 378-4010 or Email: communityoutreach@sccfd.org
** The CERT Academy is postponed until further notice. Please stay tuned for a new date!**
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Hands-Only CPR/AED and Choking Class
FREE 90 min class teaches you to perform compressions only CPR, utilize an AED, and help an adult or child who is choking. This class does not provide a 2-year certification. Instructors are County Fire Personnel.
Class Registration: Click here to register for this FREE class
Amateur Radio Classes and Licensing
Interested in becoming a part of the HAM amateur radio group? Everyone is welcome to take a licensing class. The Town of Los Altos Hills has an Emergency Communication Committee you could participate in to assist with Radio Communications in a disaster. There are many opportunities to take a class to become an amateur radio operator.
CLICK HERE to sign up for the next ” Ham Cram” in the area.
CLICK Here to search for upcoming HAM CRAM classes offered in the area.
Want even more opportunities to learn emergency preparedness? Click here to see what we have coming up. All classes will be posted on our website and available for sign-ups on Eventbrite.com
