City of Plano

Our training fosters the spirit of neighbor-to-neighbor volunteer support and brings communities together for a common cause. It increases partnership between citizens, volunteers, community organizations, businesses, and the City in times of need.

CERT Basic Training Course

The eight week interactive training process involves both classroom and practical activities. Students attend weekly 3-hour classes on the following subjects:

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Plano CERT Graduates:

You are invited to attend any CERT Basic Training session that you feel the need to review.
Would you like to earn Plano CERT Public Service Points? Volunteer as a victim for a CERT Basic Training Exercise!

Orientation

This class explains how the CERT program is implemented in the City of Plano.

Topics include:

Program Purpose and Mission
Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)
Documentation
Continued Membership Requirements

Additional Classes and Refresher Training

CERT members stay active through refresher courses, exercises, community activities, and team building. Classes are offered periodically throughout the year. See the Plano CERT schedule for upcoming classes.

Potential classes include:

CERT Refresher
Exercises
CPR
Damage Assessment
National Incident Management System (NIMS) / Incident Command System (ICS)
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
Shelter Management
Weather Spotting

Safety is the first priority of the CERT Program

There are many hands-on activities based on class participation.
CERT Participants are expected to follow instructor directions, and:

Wear sturdy shoes

Wear comfortable weather appropriate clothing

Wear gloves, hard hats, and safety goggles when necessary and required.

**Gloves, hard hats, and safety goggles are included in the CERT Training back pack issued to all students.

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