CERT members Linda Reed and Roxe Ann Teiper take the vital signs of firefighters during an intensive training exercise in Rio Rico.
Peggy McGee
The Basic Training course (no push-ups required) offered by the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is currently open for registration. The training is divided into two phases: an online phase and a classroom phase. The online phase is underway now, and it only takes about 12 hours to complete, so you have plenty of time to finish it by the Oct. 31 deadline. The second phase is in-person training where, under the supervision of a trained coach, candidates will demonstrate knowledge gained and skills learned during Phase 1. This practical phase will be two all-day sessions: Nov. 2 and 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To graduate, students must attend both sessions. The Phase II sessions will be held at the Green Valley Fire District Training Center at 1285 W. Camino Encanto, just east of the intersection with Camino Del Sol.
Register online by going to www.ggvcert.com and clicking “Contact Us” to complete the form. You will receive an email reply with registration instructions.
Should you have any questions about CERT, please email Quail Creek resident Peggy McGee at [email protected] (preferred) or call 520-207-6188.
We hope you will consider taking the basic course to learn what CERT can train you to do should you face an emergency situation. There is no charge to take the course, and you will learn skills that will help you, even if you don’t decide to join our team. Those who do join will receive a CERT Emergency Kit and T-shirt at no cost.
Sign up today—you won’t regret learning some new skills.