Free CERT training set for May 4-7

The Pacific County Emergency Management Agency (PCEMA) is offering a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training course in Raymond. Training is scheduled as follows: Thursday, May 4,- 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Friday, May 5,- 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, May 6, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, May 7, - 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

The course will be held at the Grays Harbor College Riverview Center 600 Washington Avenue in Raymond. Pre-registration is required and is limited to 24 participants.

The CERT program is an all-risk, all-hazard training. This valuable course is designed to help you protect yourself, your family, your neighbors, and your neighborhood in an emergency situation. CERT members receive 29 hours of initial training provided free of charge. The course is taught with classroom instruction for the first three days and practical exercises during the last day. Participants under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian permission to attend.

To register or for more information, contact Jeffrey Davis at (360) 875-9300 extension 2548 or email AmeriCorps@co.pacific.wa.us.