What kinds of training should citizens take?
In 95 percent of all emergencies, it is either the victim or a bystander who provides the first, immediate assistance at the scene. Citizens must get training in emergency prevention, preparedness, and response and maintain these skills to help others in a critical situation. Important training includes: first aid, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), fire safety, search and rescue procedures, Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) training, and learning about the Incident Command System. Citizen Corps Councils help make this training available and accessible to all residents of the community.
