In 95 percent of all emergencies, the victim or bystander provides the first immediate assistance on the scene. Would you know what to do?

What is CERT?

CERT is a training program that prepares you to help yourself, your family, and your neighbors in the event of a disaster. During an incident, emergency service personnel may not be able to reach everyone right away. By getting trained in CERT, you will have the skills to help emergency responders save lives and protect property.

As a member of a CERT team, you can respond to disasters, participate in drills and exercises, and take additional training. CERT teams are known and trusted resources to emergency responders and their communities.

Page created and maintained by Vickie Hickman and Tift County CERT volunteers.

Last change: July 4, 2009

Copyright 2009, Vickie Hickman