CERT Class September, 2015

The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Management Section is looking for volunteers over 18 that are interested in joining the Hernando County Community Emergency Response Team.

CERT volunteers receive special training which enhances their ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a disaster situation. As an organized team, they provide vital services in the absence of emergency responders, whose arrival may be delayed due to the severity of the situation.
The next training class will begin on Saturday, September 12, 2015. Classes will be held from 9 AM until 4 PM every Saturday until September 26, 2015 in the Emergency Operations Center, 18900 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, Florida 34601.
Previous emergency experience is not required. The training, materials, and equipment are provided free of charge. CERT members must pass a required background check including fingerprints.
If you are interested in information, please call 352-754-4083. Applications can be found on our website, www.hernandosheriff.org/em, click on the CERT link. All applications must be submitted to the Community Relations Specialist, Michael Terry, by the close of business on Friday, September 4, 2015 to allow for processing.