Learn how to help yourself and your neighbors in a disaster in this free course. Class will be held over three weeks in September.About this Event
Join Us for the City of Fontana Fall 2025 CERT Class!
Are you ready to help your community? The City of Fontana invites you to join our Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in September 2025. This fun and informative course will teach you important skills to help your family, friends, and neighbors during emergencies and disasters.
Dates and Times
This is a 24-hour course spread out over three weeks. The course will last from September 9, 2025 - September 27, 2025.
We will meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings September 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 from 6 PM to 9 PM and one Saturday, September 27 from 8 AM to 4 PM .
You must complete each day to get a certificate.
September 2025 CERT Basic course scedule:
Evening sessions 6 PM - 9 PM will be held at the Jesse Turner Center Ballroom, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335.
Week 1
- Tuesday, 9/9/25
- Thursday, 9/11/25
Week 2
- Tuesday, 9/16/25
- Thursday, 9/18/25
Week 3
- Tuesday, 9/23/25
- Thursday, 9/25/25
Weekend session 8 AM - 4 PM will be held at the Fontana Police Department, 17005 Upland Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335.
- Saturday, 9/27/25 - Final exam & graduation!
Special Perks:
As a participant, you'll receive a CERT vest, backpack, and personal protective equipment (PPE). By the end of the course, you’ll have a new set of valuable skills and may even get the chance to join the City CERT Volunteer Team!
Why Join?
- Learn Important Skills: Get practical knowledge to keep yourself and your loved ones safe during emergencies.
- Meet Like-Minded Neighbors: Get to know other preparedness-minded neighbors in your community.
- Make a Difference: Help make Fontana a safer place by sharing your new skills and knowledge.
Commitment:
This is a 24-hour course, and you must attend all days to receive your certificate and backpack.
For More Information:
Contact us at [email protected] or visit our website for more information on this and other upcoming preparedness training.
We hope to see you there!
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Unit 1: Disaster Preparedness - Tuesday, 9/9/25
Info: Introduction to disasters, the impact of disasters on infrastructure, mitigation strategies, and the role of CERTs.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Unit 2 : CERT Organization - Thursday 9/11/25
Info: The incident command system, CERT leadership roles, and disaster response planning.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Unit 3: Disaster Medical Operations: Part 1 - Tuesday 9/16/25
Info: Treating life-threatening conditions and basic first-aid care: bleeding, burns, fractures, heat injuries.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Unit 4: Disaster Medical Operations: Part 2 - Thursday 9/18/25
Info: Mass casualty incidents, triage, medical treatment areas, and head-to-toe assessments.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 AM
Unit 6: Fire Safety & Utility Controls - Tuesday 9/23/25
Info: Identifying and reducing potential fire hazards, basic fire suppression strategies, fire extinguisher use, and controlling utilities.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Unit 5: Disaster Psychology & Unit 8: CERT & Terrorism - Thursday, 9/25/25
Info: Psychological effects of a disaster on rescuers and victims, and how to provide psychological first aid. Understanding the different types of terrorism, identifying potential targets, and CERT's role in responding to terrorist incidents.
🕑: 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Unit 7: Light Search & Rescue Operations - Satuday 9/27/25
Info: Search techniques, rescuing victims safely, and using simple tools to move debris.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Unit 9: Course Review and Disaster Simulation - Satuday 9/27/25
Info: A review of key topics and a practical disaster simulation exercise to apply learned skills.
Event Venue
Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, United States
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