| Seward County
Disaster Classes |
Call the office
for a schedule of upcoming classes
646-2150
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| Introduction to Disaster Services |
Take Home Video Course - call 646-2150
to reserve a copy |
| The purpose oft his video-based course is to
provide fundamental information about disasters, the community response
and the role of the Red Cross Disaster Services. |
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| Mass Care: An Overview |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
| This course will train the volunteer to assist
in feeding the public either at a shelter or out in the
field.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster Services
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| Shelter Operation |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
| The purpose of this training is to provide
participants an opportunity to practice the knowledge and skills needed to
run a successful shelter operation. |
| Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster
Services & Mass Care: An Overview |
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| Shelter Simulation |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
| The purpose of this training is to provide
participants an opportunity to practice the knowledge and skills needed to
run a successful shelter operation. |
| Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster
Services, Mass Care: An Overview, & Shelter Operations |
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| Disaster Health Services I |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
| The purpose of this course is to assist Red
Cross paid and volunteer staff to organize and administer the disaster
Health Services function on the unit level and to tell them how the
disaster Health Services function is initiated on a larger disaster relief
operation. |
| Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster
Services |
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Ervology |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
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The purpose of this course is to learn how to operate and
work aboard the Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV). Participants will learn
requirements for & policy regarding the ERV. Participants must be able
to lift 50 pounds. Participants will also gain hands on experience driving
the Emergency Response Vehicle. The card for this class is not issued
until a copy of your driving record, which can be acquired through the
department of Motor Vehicles, is on file at the unit. |
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Prerequisite: Valid Driver's License (must bring to
class); Introduction to Disaster Services; Mass Care: An Overview;
Standard First Aid (certification card must be brought to class). |
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Family Services: Providing
Emergency Assistance |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
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The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the
Family Services function. You will learn the skills and tools needed
to conduct an effective client interview when a family needs Red Cross's
help. |
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Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster Services |
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Logistics: An Overview |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
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The purpose of this training is to provide basic
information about the activities and processes of the Logistics function
in support of an American Red Cross disaster relief operation.
Participants will learn about the skills, abilities and knowledge needed
by Logistics workers and how they can get started in their local unit. |
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Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster Services |
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Logistics Simulation |
Call 646-2150 for the next scheduled
class |
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The purpose of this training is to provide participants an
opportunity to practice the knowledge and skills needed to run a
successful logistical operation in their local unit. |
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Prerequisite: Introduction to Disaster Services;
Logistics: An Overview |
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| Pre-registration
is required. Call 646-2150 to register for this free training! |
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