CERT Programs (Adult / Teen)
What is CERT?
South Lane County Fire & Rescue has two CERT programs; one for adult community members and one for teens in the community.
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area. Community members are trained in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, incident command, and disaster medical operations. Using skills learned in classroom training and drills and exercises, CERT members can assist others after an event and before first responders can arrive on the scene.
Across the country, local CERT programs provide training and support for teams in all sectors of the community—neighbors, employees, students in high schools and colleges, and many other groups.
To learn more about what CERT members do, visit https://www.ready.gov/citizen-corps
When will the program begin?
We will begin a new recruit class November 2023.
Who is eligible?
All community members who are 21 years of age and older.
How do I apply?
You can download an application at the bottom of the page. Please turn applications in to South Lane County Fire & Rescue Station 201 at 233 Harrison Ave Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Teen CERT
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he Teen CERT concept was created to address preparedness and response capabilities from within high schools. While many schools have taken measures to provide for site security analysis and equipment, more effort is needed to train staff and students in school security and emergency response procedures, and to involve youth in the country’s overall emergency preparedness and response plans. Teen CERT aims to train students in emergency preparedness and basic response to ensure that they have the skills needed to protect themselves, and assist others, in the event of an emergency.
When will the program begin?
We will begin a new recruit class November 2023.
Who is eligible?
All community members who are 14 - 20 years of age.
How do I apply?
You can download an application at the bottom of the page. Please turn applications in to Creswell City Hall at 13 S 1st St, Creswell, OR 97426
Applications will also be accepted at South Lane County Fire & Rescue Station 203 at 55 S 1st St, Creswell; or Station 201 at 233 Harrison Ave Cottage Grove, OR 97424
A ground ambulance transport in the South Lane County area will cost more than $1,800, and an air ambulance more than $18,000, unless you have FireMed! Health insurance may cover 20-50%.