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Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Community Emergency Response Training

Anita Weston, Reporter
Rich Civic Times 

GARDEN CITY, Utah.  February 11 2016.  The Bear River Health Department CERT (Community Emergency Response Training), representative asked that the City work with him in getting a training program going in Garden City.  He noted that the training takes 21 to 24 hours.  It has been scheduled for the third Saturday in March, April and May. The  LDS 2nd  Ward has agreed to furnish a lunch on those days for those involved in the training program.  Mike Wahlberg, Garden City Fire Chief, will be assisting with the training and is most excited to get the program going in Garden City.

It was noted that a coordinator will be needed to keep track of the individuals who have the training.  That individual will be responsible for calling the trained individuals three or four times a year to review and keep their training current.

If the City decides to create response teams, they assume a liability for the teams.  Hopefully, some of the individuals will get enough training to become trainers themselves.  Many individuals who have summer homes here should also be included if they are willing. 


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