(CERT) training course<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\nThe sessions begin March 8 and are free to the public and business community. The Kent Fire Department and Kent Emergency Management office will run the classes.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Following a major disaster, area residents and businesses will be forced to rely on themselves and each other to treat the injured, mitigate disaster related problems and protect people and property, according to a Kent Fire Department media release.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Emergency responders will be overwhelmed, hospitals inundated with injured people, while normal services such as electricity, sewer and water may not be available. It is critical to everyone\u2019s survival that basic emergency skills be learned to allow people to be self sufficient for the first 72 hours following the disaster.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
CERT is an eight-week course which meets one day each week for 3\u00bd hours. Two sessions are offered, the first running from 1-4:30 p.m. to accommodate the business community and the second from 6-9:30 p.m. for residents. The classes are offered at several Kent fire stations.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
During the eight weeks, students will learn a variety of skills and knowledge that will better prepare them for a disaster or other situation where normal resources are unavailable. Topics include:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Disaster Preparedness \u2013 preventative measures to mitigate the effects of a disaster<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Triage\/Disaster First Aid \u2013 the rapid assessment and treatment of injured people<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Fire Extinguishment \u2013 handling and use of a portable fire extinguisher<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Search and Rescue \u2013location and removal of people from danger<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Disaster Psychology \u2013 understanding psychological issues related to a disaster<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Class space is limited. To register or for more information, call Program Coordinator Kimberly Behymer at 253-856-4440.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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