CERT
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program was created by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency in 1993 as a means to train local volunteers to respond safely, responsibly and
effectively to emergency situations. Buffalo Grove first formed its CERT in 2007. CERT training is
designed to cover the following topics:
Disaster Preparedness
Fire Suppression
Disaster Medical Operations
Light Search and Rescue
Disaster Psychology
Team Organization
In addition to being trained and equipped for disasters, Buffalo Grove CERT members that have taken
additional First Aid and CPR courses also assist the Village by staffing First Aid stations at special events.
The Village has made its CERT program an essential part of its emergency response plan and is
constantly looking for additional ways to utilize this valuable resource.
If you would like additional information or have any questions about the Buffalo Grove CERT or would
like to know when the next training class will begin please feel free to call the Em ergency Management
Agency office at (847) 537-0995 or send an email to firedept@vbg.org. No prior experience or skills is
needed in order to join, as all basic skills will be taught during the training sessions.