CERT training classes offered for Rancho Santa Fe residents

CERT training is designed to prepare people to help themselves, their families, and their neighbors in the event of a catastrophic disaster. Because emergency services personnel will not be able to help everyone immediately, a person can make a difference by using the CERT training to save lives and protect property.

Several CERT classes in November will be offered for residents in the Del Mar, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe and Solana Beach areas.

Topic: Orientation, Disaster Preparation: Nov. 6, Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m., Solana Beach Fire Station, 500 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Solana Beach; Topic: Fire Safety, Search and Rescue, Cribbing: Nov. 9, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Solana Beach Fire Station; Topic: CERT Organization, Disaster Psychology and Terrorism: Nov. 13, Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m., Solana Beach Fire Station; Topic: Disaster Medical: Nov. 16, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Solana Beach Fire Station; Disaster Medical: Nov. 20, Wednesday, 7-9 p.m., Solana Beach Fire Station; Topic: Final Certification: Nov. 23, Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rancho Santa Fe Fire Station 2, 16930 Four Gee Rd., San Diego.

For more information, contact Eric Phillips at the Solana Beach Fire Department at 858-720-4412.