Emergency Training Available in the City of Burlingame
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)	The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training provides private citizens who complete this course with the  basic skills needed to respond to their community's immediate needs in the aftermath of a disaster when emergency services are not available. By working together, CERTs can assist in saving lives and protecting property using the basic techniques in this course. The course consists of five 2.5 hour sessions offered on a weekday evening and a sixth, and final 6 hour session on Saturday. During the final session the participants are given "hands on" exercises to demonstrate the skills they have learned in the previous 5 weeks. The classes are presented at Station 34 on California Drive and the City Corporation Yard on North Carolan. Registration for this FREE class is required through the Burlingame Parks & Recreation Department and upcoming classes will be posted in the events section on the "Emergency & Other Helpful Information" page.
Neighborhood Watch	The Neighborhood Watch program establishes a network for concerned citizens to communicate with their neighbors and the police regarding crime related problems. The program asks you to be involved with your neighbors and their property by being more aware of the activity on your street. You will be the eyes and ears of the Police Department. The goal of Neighborhood Watch is to reduce crime and the fear of crime by: Being proactive regarding crime prevention Having neighbors to look out for eachother Increasing awareness of neighborhood crime Increasing home security Increasing individual ability to identify property Active surveillances of neighborhood by residents Neighborhood Watch groups meet to discuss items such as home security, personal safety, bicycle safety, drug awareness, stranger danger, fire prevention, etc. Contact Sergeant Jim Ford, Burlingame Police Department at 650-777-4140 for details.
Neighborhood Network	Neighborhood Network is a private, non-profit program that encourages citizens to work cooperatively in neighborhood teams to prepare for disasters. In the process of getting better acquatinted, neighbors are inspired to plan other events such as block parties and holiday get-togethers. Their sense of community fosters a "Neighborhood Watch" awareness that helps prevent crime. For more information on starting a Neighborhood Network, please contact: Ray Marshall at 650-344-2486 or ray.marshall@yahoo.com or Terry Nagel at 650-347-3576 or terrynagel@gmail.com
Disaster Preparedness - Get Ready	This basic disaster preparedness class will teach you how to prepare yourself, your family, home and workplace for a major disaster. The information provided will allow you to help yourself, rather than needing help following a disaster. This class is free to all residents of Burlingame and Hillsborough. Classes are taught by experienced staff of the Central County Fire Department. Pre-registration is required, please call the Central County Fire Department at 650-558-7600 to register.
Citizens' Academy	Learn how the City of Burlingame is operated during this informative course offered on the second Wednesday of each month from September through May. Throughout the course participants will visit a variety of City facilities and become informed about the City's management goals, functions and processes. This 8-session class also offers citizes a chance to come together to take an in-depth look at government operations, while getting to know one another and reigniting that sense of community. The final class will be "graduation" ceremony held at the City Council meeting. Participants must be present for at least 6 of the 8 classes in order to receive a certificate of completion. Contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 650-558-7300 for more information.
First Aid, CPR & AED (Automated External Defibrillator)	Both the Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department and the Central County Fire Department offer classes designed to provide our community with lifesaving skills that aid victims of cardiac arrest. The #1 killer in the United States is heart disease. These classes will give you the training and confidence needed to respond to emergencies and help save a life. Please contact eith the Parks & Recreation Department or the Central County Fire Department for more information.
Babysitting Workshop	In this class, you will learn fire and earthquake safety, nutrition, baby care, CPR and First Aid. Upon completion of all classes, students may be added to the Parks & Recreation Department's Babysitting list for one year.
Water Safety Lifeguard - CPR & First Aid	Upon completion, student will be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR for the professional rescuer, AED, preventing disease transmission and First Aid. Contact the Parks & Recreation Department for class pre-requisites. This is a great first step for those wanting a job as a lifeguard.
Emergency Information Links
	The City of Burlingame recommends the following as sources for emergency preparedness information: City of Burlingame's E-Newsletter: Register here SMC Alert website San Mateo County Emergency Preparedness Training Red Cross Preparedness Preparedness Information for special needs FEMA State of California Office of Emergency Services San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services
Informational Brochures
	Calling 9-1-1  Disaster Preparation for Pets  Earthquake Preparation Checklist  Earthquake Preparation for Businesses  Earthquake Preparation for Children & Pets  Earthquake Preparation for the Elderly & Disabled  Emergency Preparation Programs  Emergency Water Storage & Preparation, Citizen's Basic Guide "Learning from the Earthquake" by Stewart Brand (1990) "There simply aren't enough professionals available to cover all the emergencies in a disaster."  Safety Tips for Power Outages  West Nile Virus Information