Thursday, April 10, 2014

Emergency Preparedness Classes at Seattle Central in May


Seattle Emergency Preparedness Friends and Partners –

The Seattle Office of Emergency Management is now taking registration for two disaster skills classes, Disaster First Aid and Light Search and Rescue. Classes are offered free of charge, but you must pre-register to attend. See below for description and details:


Disaster First Aid
DATE:   Saturday, May 10, 2014
TIME:    8:30 – 11:30 a.m., or 12:30-3:30 p.m.
LOC:      Seattle Central College, 1701 Broadway, Student Event Center, Rm BE 1110/1111
DESCRIPTION: Learn how to care for and respond to injuries after a major disaster when 9-1-1 is overwhelmed or unavailable. Skills-based format provides practice on how to recognize and treat life-threatening conditions, how to conduct a patient assessment and how to creatively use blankets, pillows and other household item as first aid materials. Class does not meet requirements for certification. First Aid certification is highly recommended either before or after taking this class.
COST:  Class is free. Registration is required. Email: snap@seattle.gov, include your name, email, phone, class and preferred date and time of session.

Light Search & Rescue
DATE:   Saturday, May 31, 2014
TIME:    8:30 – 11:30 a.m., or 12:30-3:30 p.m.
LOC:      Seattle Central College, 1701 Broadway, Student Event Center, Rm BE 1110/1111
DESCRIPTION:   Hands-on class provides instruction on how to safely conduct a search and rescue operation after a disaster. Participants will practice safe lifting techniques, how to leverage heavy objects, and how to search a room. Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes. If possible, bring a hard hat, work gloves, safety glasses and flashlight. Some equipment will be available.
COST:  Class is free. Registration is required. Email: snap@seattle.gov, include your name, email, phone, class and preferred date and time of session.

For a full list of Training and Events, go to: http://www.seattle.gov/emergency/events/

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