How do I receive CERT training?
Contact the Bonner County Office of Emergency Management at 208-265-8867.
What does CERT training cost?
There are no fees to take the training.
What equipment do I need?
The personal protective equipment consists of helmet, goggles, mask, gloves, and vest. This equipment will be loaned to you for the duration of the course.
Is Bonner County CERT a FEMA organization?
To ensure standardization of the training throughout the United States, FEMA has developed the course materials. Bonner County CERT is a county sponsored and managed program answering only to Bonner County.
Am I required to join Bonner County CERT of I take the course?
NO. We encourage people to take the CERT training for the benefit of themselves, their family, and their neighbors.
What is required if I want to joint Bonner County CERT?
Completion of the CERT Basic Course. Completion of FEMA online courses IS-100 and IS-700. Submit an application and background check.
What do I need to take the online FEMA courses?
Register for a SID (student id number with FEMA), then go to the websites for IS-100 and IS-200 and complete the courses.
Once I become a member of Bonner County CERT, do I have further requirements?
To remain an active member of Bonner County CERT, you must attend 7 monthly meetings and perform 20 hours of additional training annually.
How do I get additional training?
There are numerous FEMA independent study courses that are CERT related. Bonner County has an information table at the Bonner County Fair (August) and the Panhandle Preparedness EXPO (October). CERT related training with other volunteer organizations (ie: American Red Cross, Bonner County Amateur Radio Emergency Services [ARES], Bonner County Civil Services Group [CSG], 7B CARES, etc.)