CERT Radio Training

As you may already know, effective communications during a disaster is of the utmost importance and it’s extremely important that CERT members not only know how to use radio’s, but how to use them properly and with purpose.  Please join us for a course on CERT emergency communication emphasizing FRS and GMRS radios.  In addition to a discussion on these radios, how to use them and other relevant information, you will also have an opportunity to put your skills to practice!

Answers to these questions and more:

• Why should CERT members have radios and emergency communication skills?  
• What are the different license requirements for amateur (ham) radio and for FRS and GMRS radio, and how do I get a license? 
• How are these radios used by CERT in an emergency according to a CERT communication plan?
• How do I configure a typical FRS radio such as the Midland radios stockpiled by RWC-SC CERT?
• What radio(s) should I buy, and which features are most important?

Note:

• Students will have an opportunity to practice using the radios by playing the domino game (it’s very challenging and fun it you have not had the chance to “play” this game before!)
• Class size is limited to 35 students
• If you have never taken an FRS/GMRS Radio class before, this is worth your time.. J!
• You will receive 2.5 hours of Continuing Education Credit for attending

RSVP to lbach@redwoodcity.org by Wednesday, February 22 ASAP if you would like to attend.

Session taught by  Bruce Hargreaves

More information: www.RedwoodCity.org/fire