STEP Get INVOLVED www. CitizenCorps. Utah.gov CERT members: • Respond to disasters. • Participate in drills, exercises and preparedness. • Are known and trusted resources to emergency responders. • Teach fire and resource safety. Who should take CERT training? • People interested in taking an active role in hometown preparedness. • Neighborhood Watch groups. • Community and school leaders. • Communities of faith. • Scouting and youth organizations. • Members of dubs and civic organizations. For more information: visitwww.citizencorps.utah.gov/index.php/cert-home or contact Jeff Johnson at jeffjohnson@utah.gov Utah's Medical Reserve Corps Program medical reserve corps Volunteers Building Strong, Healthy and Prepared Communities Wouldn't it be great to have a group of volunteer medical professionals and others who are already identified, credentialed, trained and prepared to help when they are needed in your local community? In an earthquake, as much as 85 percent of the people who flock to hospitals don't need urgent care. Medical Reserve Corps volunteers can help reduce that surge. They can also help with public health education campaigns, flu shot clinics and disease investigations. Each local health department in Utah hosts a Medical Reserve Corps program. Please access the MRC website at sites.google.com/site/utahmrc/ to find the unit in your area, or contact your local health department. USAonWatch PROGRAM IN FORCE MY NEIGHBOR I USAonwatch.org Our nation is built on the strength of its citizens. Every day, we encounter situations calling upon us to be the eyes and ears of law enforcement. Citizens can help in the fight against crime, and communities can bond through service. Since 1972, the USAonWatch- Neighborhood Watch Program has worked nationwide to unite law enforcement agencies, private organizations and individuals to reduce crime and improve local communities. Neighborhood Watch is the nation's premier crime prevention and community mobilization program. Visible signs of the program are seen throughout American neighborhoods on street signs, window decals, community block parties and service projects. USAonWatch® empowers citizens to become active in community efforts through participation in Neighborhood Watch groups. For more information, resources and documents visit: www.usaonwatch.org or www.utcrimeprevention.org Utah Fire Corps Supporting Fire and EMS Services through Community Involvement Fire Corps helps local fire and EMS departments build more capacity by connecting them to community volunteers who can assist in a variety of non-emergency roles. Fire Corps volunteers benefit fire/EMS departments and the community by: • Increasing the capacity of local fire/EMS department. • Assisting with vital non-emergency operations of the department. • Providing the department with an important link to the community. • Creating websites, maintaining vehicles, conducting life safety education programs. • Helping with firefighter rehab at fire scenes. • The possibilities are endless. If you are interested in volunteering for Utah Fire Corps, please contact the State of Utah Fire Marshal's Office at 801-284-6350, 14 WWW.BEREADYUTAH.GOV TWITTER.COM/BEREADYUTAH FACEBOOK.COM/BEREADYUTAH In 95% of all emergencies, THE VICTIM OR BYSTANDER PROVIDES THE FIRST IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE ON THE SCENE. or find a program near you by visiting the National Fire Corps website (www.firecorps.org/find-a-program). Questions about starting a local Fire Corps program? Contact Jeff Johnson at the Utah Division of Emergency Management at 801-538-3644 or jeffjohnson@utah.gov. Volunteers in Police Service Police Service 9 Having a strong and active volunteer force is essential for any law enforcement agency struggling to meet the ever-increasing needs of the community it serves. VIPS is a great resource for those agencies looking to start a volunteer program, as well as for those agencies seeking to enhance their existing program. Why Volunteer at a Law Enforcement Agency? Simple - We Need You! Since Sept. 11, 2001, the demands on state and local law enforcement have increased dramatically, stretching the resources of these agencies further than ever. The VIPS Program supports: • Agencies that are developing or enhancing a volunteer program. • Residents who wish to volunteer their time and skills with a law enforcement agency. Volunteers in the community have offered their time, skills and services to law enforcement agencies. Volunteer roles may include performing clerical tasks, serving as an extra set of "eyes and ears," assisting with search and rescue activities, and writing citations for accessible parking violations. If you are interested in joining or starting a VIPS program, contact Jeff Johnson at the State of Utah Division of Emergency Management at 801-538-3644 or Lt. Michael C. Nelsen at the Brigham City Police Department at 435-734-6630. I'm Prepared. I'm Involved. ARE YOU? Protecting Utah since 1989 Utah has long been a partner in the destruction of the nation's chemical weapons stockpile. In February 2012, the Deseret Chemical Depot will complete its demilitarization mission. With the end of operations, Utah will say good bye to a program that has brought more than $121.9 million to help Utah be more prepared. We'll say good bye to CSEPR Utah thanks CSEPP for millions of dollars in: • Training • Equipment • Facilities • Public education • Response EMERGENCY room Visit Preparing for a disaster before it strikes is vital. Visit us online to learn how you can: 1. Get a kit 2. Make a plan 3. Be informed Contact your local Red Cross chapter at 800-328-9272 or visit www.utahredcross.org for more information about disaster preparedness, emergency preparedness kits and creating a family communication plan. Be Red Cross Ready + American Red Cross Utah Region 15 WWW.BEREADYUTAH.GOV TWITTER.COM/BEREADYUTAH FACEBOOK.COM/BEREADYUTAH