Finished up the CERT course two weeks ago. It's a pretty good course that teaches the basics of disaster preparedness and response. The biggest thing I learned was the basic techniques for triage in a mass casualty incident. It's a lot different from what you learn in a normal First Aid class. It's almost a mass TCCC. Focus switches to major injuries like massive hemorrhaging, and away from injuries that can be delayed to be treated later. The classes are free and usually run by your local fire department. Check it out if you get a chance. I've got my quarterly exercise coming up on Saturday.
Next up will be the Virginia Department of Emergency Management SAR Field Team Member...
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