Georgia Tech Campus Emergency Response Team (GT-CERT)

Two Quickies: 1. We have 25 people signed up for the CERT class that starts next week (Sept. 23 or 25). Please pass the word to your friends on campus who might be interested. 2. GT-CERT has accepted the challenge to be the county's primary pet shelter coordinator. We will be responsible for setting up, staffing and maintaining the resources if we ever have a need to establish a pet shelter. So, if you love pets, please email Frank to be part the Campus Animal Response Team (CART)! [email protected] Check out the picture of the new trailer.

Campus Emergency Response Team (CERT) training begins Sept. 23 and concludes Nov. 13 in the Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute Building (prior called MARC). All classes are 9:30am-11am. Drill is Nov. 18, 1-3pm. Training is free! Email Frank Stanley at [email protected] if you would like to attend, or if you have questions. Thanks!

Don’t be Left in the Dark Blackouts are always a possibility, even when severe storms or other disasters haven't found their way into your area, and power outages are not uncommon during the summer months. Here are a few helpful tips on what you can do before and during a blackout: Make sure you have an emergency toolkit and a family communications plan! Your toolkit should contain basic short-term survival materials, like bottled water and non-perishable goods.... Tape the refrigerator and freezer door to prevent opening and keep your perishable food fresh for as long as possible. Throw away any food that has been exposed to 40 F temperatures for more than two hours. If the blackout isn't storm related, make use of this time outdoors with family and friends! Keep non-electrical entertainment on hand, such as board games and charades to make time pass more quickly (this is especially helpful with children). Make sure to keep a camp stove and a stockpile of flashlights handy in case the blackout runs longer than expected. Be prepared for extended outages and keep a full tank of gas and a full cellphone battery. Maintain a positive attitude! This is essential in any emergency situation.

July 17 at 1pm 811 Marietta St, Room 201 Register at http://trains.gatech.edu/courses/programs... Continuity of Operations Planning Provide personnel with the background and template for building their own departmental continuity of operations plan (COOP). The COOP plan is designed to address the immediate aftermath, short-term and long-term (up to 30 days) with focus on continuing essential functions, which would become extremely important in the event of a catastrophic event that would disable their building for an extended time period. Participants will learn how to conduct a hazard analysis, identify and prioritize departmental essential functions, including vital records, systems and equipment. Participants will also learn how to use GT Ready, a business continuity planning tool that is specific to institutions of higher education to increase the institution's ability to keep operating in the face of disruptive events. These 90 minute classes are limited to 15 people; you will need your GT computer username and password in the class. Departmental Business Managers, IT personnel and building managers are strongly encouraged to attend. COOP class is also an elective class for the Emergency Preparedness Certificate Program. Contact Jennifer Mattingly for more information: [email protected] Please forward this email to others who might be interested. Thanks!

Has been a while since you've taken the CERT class? If so, consider taking the online class as a refresher! https://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/courseOverview.aspx

Check out the Apps listed on our Resource Web Page. The American Red Cross First Aid App is great! http://www.police.gatech.edu/emergencypreparedn//apps.html

Next training class is scheduled for the Fall Semester. Contact Frank Stanley if interested at [email protected]. Thanks!

Attention GT-CERT Team Members: This link is for you! FEMA Refresher Videos are available at: http://www.fema.gov/video-materials... Avail yourself soon for soon great training!

Georgia Tech Office of Emergency Preparedness is offering course for the Emergency Preparedness Certificate! See the attached training announcement for dates, times, and details.

Attention GT-CERTS: Due to the recent snow storms in the area, the Red Cross is looking for volunteers tomorrow to help clean and organize cots from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Any interest to volunteer please contact: ... Donna Burgess: 404-909-0761 [email protected] All efforts are appreciated.