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|   NYC Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) are groups of community-based volunteers that undergo an intensive, 11-week training program in disaster preparedness and basic response skills. Topics include Fire Safety, Search and Rescue, and Disaster Medical Operations. After completing training, teams support their local communities by assisting with emergency education and response.
Emergency services personnel are the best equipped to respond to emergencies. However, following a catastrophic disaster, NYC CERTs can handle initial emergency recovery while they wait for professional first responders. During non-emergency situations, NYC CERTs educate their communities on emergency preparedness.
NYC CERT is Recruiting
OEM is always looking for new CERT volunteers. The next training cycle is scheduled for Fall 2009. Find out how to get involved. Download a copy of the brochure, contact OEM's CERT staff, or call the hotline at 718-422-8585 to get in contact with your local team. | |
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 OEM's Role Since 2003, the number of active teams has grown from 10 to 56. OEM trains new volunteers to increase the NYC CERT program's ability to support emergency response efforts anywhere in the city.
This program works because residents know their communities best. NYC CERT is looking for those residents who want to help their family, friends, neighbors, and communities before, during, and after emergencies. |
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