Fairfax County CERT
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training teaches members of the public how to respond in emergencies, ranging from small scale everyday emergencies up to large-scale disasters.
Happy National First Responders Day.
We are grateful for the bravery and service of our firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and all public safety professionals for keeping our community safe!
We are grateful for the bravery and service of our firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and all public safety professionals for keeping our community safe!
October 28, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Happy National First Responders Day.
We are grateful for the bravery and service of our firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and all public safety professionals for keeping our community safe!
We are grateful for the bravery and service of our firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and all public safety professionals for keeping our community safe!
Happy Diwali!
October 20, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Happy Diwali!
Fairfax County CERTs, boost your emergency radio communication knowledge! Join our monthly CERT Radio Team Workshops offering training & info exchange.
Next Workshop 10/26 – Learn more: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#RadioComms #CERT
Next Workshop 10/26 – Learn more: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#RadioComms #CERT
October 20, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Fairfax County CERTs, boost your emergency radio communication knowledge! Join our monthly CERT Radio Team Workshops offering training & info exchange.
Next Workshop 10/26 – Learn more: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#RadioComms #CERT
Next Workshop 10/26 – Learn more: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#RadioComms #CERT
Simple Machines: Leveraging and Cribbing
Class for CERT Volunteers, 10/25 9AM – 12PM, Public Safety Headquarters
When disasters strike, people can become trapped. This course teaches CERT volunteers how to safely extricate victims.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
Class for CERT Volunteers, 10/25 9AM – 12PM, Public Safety Headquarters
When disasters strike, people can become trapped. This course teaches CERT volunteers how to safely extricate victims.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
September 20, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Simple Machines: Leveraging and Cribbing
Class for CERT Volunteers, 10/25 9AM – 12PM, Public Safety Headquarters
When disasters strike, people can become trapped. This course teaches CERT volunteers how to safely extricate victims.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
Class for CERT Volunteers, 10/25 9AM – 12PM, Public Safety Headquarters
When disasters strike, people can become trapped. This course teaches CERT volunteers how to safely extricate victims.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
Training for Fairfax County CERTS – CPR/AED/FIRST AID Certification Course
9/27 - 8 am - 4:30 pm
Fire & Rescue Academy Fairfax, VA
This American Heart Association Heartsaver course is for CERT & VOL FRD.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#CPRTraining
9/27 - 8 am - 4:30 pm
Fire & Rescue Academy Fairfax, VA
This American Heart Association Heartsaver course is for CERT & VOL FRD.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#CPRTraining
September 20, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Training for Fairfax County CERTS – CPR/AED/FIRST AID Certification Course
9/27 - 8 am - 4:30 pm
Fire & Rescue Academy Fairfax, VA
This American Heart Association Heartsaver course is for CERT & VOL FRD.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#CPRTraining
9/27 - 8 am - 4:30 pm
Fire & Rescue Academy Fairfax, VA
This American Heart Association Heartsaver course is for CERT & VOL FRD.
Learn more & register: volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#CPRTraining
Come meet our Fairfax County CERT Outreach Team at the Venture into Volunteering fair at Springfield Town Center on Sunday, October 5, from 12-4 PM
Visit bit.ly/VOLFAIR for more information
Visit bit.ly/VOLFAIR for more information
September 11, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Come meet our Fairfax County CERT Outreach Team at the Venture into Volunteering fair at Springfield Town Center on Sunday, October 5, from 12-4 PM
Visit bit.ly/VOLFAIR for more information
Visit bit.ly/VOLFAIR for more information
We will never forget September 11, 2001
Our hearts are with the survivors, the families who lost loved ones, the responders, and all those who continue to suffer from the long-term effects of toxic exposure.
Our hearts are with the survivors, the families who lost loved ones, the responders, and all those who continue to suffer from the long-term effects of toxic exposure.
September 11, 2025 at 2:46 PM
We will never forget September 11, 2001
Our hearts are with the survivors, the families who lost loved ones, the responders, and all those who continue to suffer from the long-term effects of toxic exposure.
Our hearts are with the survivors, the families who lost loved ones, the responders, and all those who continue to suffer from the long-term effects of toxic exposure.
A small flame can turn into a major fire in under 30 secs. In 5 mins, a house can be completely engulfed. Toxic gases in smoke can quickly incapacitate you, making it impossible to get to an exit. Learn what to do: Fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/readyfairfax/structurefire
August 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
A small flame can turn into a major fire in under 30 secs. In 5 mins, a house can be completely engulfed. Toxic gases in smoke can quickly incapacitate you, making it impossible to get to an exit. Learn what to do: Fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/readyfairfax/structurefire
🚨 Big thanks to @Wegmans Monument Drive in Fairfax, VA for donating $200 & $250 in snacks to the #CERTCanteen! Your generosity helps us fuel Fairfax County first responders at major incidents. 🙌
fairfaxcountycert.org/members/team...
#WegmansGivesBack
fairfaxcountycert.org/members/team...
#WegmansGivesBack
August 1, 2025 at 3:33 PM
🚨 Big thanks to @Wegmans Monument Drive in Fairfax, VA for donating $200 & $250 in snacks to the #CERTCanteen! Your generosity helps us fuel Fairfax County first responders at major incidents. 🙌
fairfaxcountycert.org/members/team...
#WegmansGivesBack
fairfaxcountycert.org/members/team...
#WegmansGivesBack
Mosquitoes, Ticks, & Bees… oh my!
See our Facebook post with information and resources on how to prevent and treat bites and stings from these summer insects that we share our outside spaces with.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1E7Q...
See our Facebook post with information and resources on how to prevent and treat bites and stings from these summer insects that we share our outside spaces with.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1E7Q...
July 22, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Mosquitoes, Ticks, & Bees… oh my!
See our Facebook post with information and resources on how to prevent and treat bites and stings from these summer insects that we share our outside spaces with.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1E7Q...
See our Facebook post with information and resources on how to prevent and treat bites and stings from these summer insects that we share our outside spaces with.
www.facebook.com/share/p/1E7Q...
Photos from CERT Basic Training Class 203's Final Exercise on July 12th.
July 17, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Photos from CERT Basic Training Class 203's Final Exercise on July 12th.
It's important to know the symptoms of the different heat-related illnesses and how to treat them. Some can quickly become life-threatening if not noticed and treated quickly.
Resources:
www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-s...
www.weather.gov/safety/heat-...
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/re...
Resources:
www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-s...
www.weather.gov/safety/heat-...
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/re...
July 9, 2025 at 10:23 PM
It's important to know the symptoms of the different heat-related illnesses and how to treat them. Some can quickly become life-threatening if not noticed and treated quickly.
Resources:
www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-s...
www.weather.gov/safety/heat-...
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/re...
Resources:
www.cdc.gov/niosh/heat-s...
www.weather.gov/safety/heat-...
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/re...
Stop The Bleed - This FREE class is open to the public!
September 13th from 8:00 AM-10:30 AM
Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
September 13th from 8:00 AM-10:30 AM
Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
July 9, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Stop The Bleed - This FREE class is open to the public!
September 13th from 8:00 AM-10:30 AM
Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
September 13th from 8:00 AM-10:30 AM
Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
Emergency Preparedness Workshop
9/8 & 9/10
Prepare for emergencies by Creating Plans, Being Informed, Building Kits, & Getting Trained.
With these actions you can reduce the potential impact of emergencies from threats & hazards to save lives & reduce trauma.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
9/8 & 9/10
Prepare for emergencies by Creating Plans, Being Informed, Building Kits, & Getting Trained.
With these actions you can reduce the potential impact of emergencies from threats & hazards to save lives & reduce trauma.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
July 7, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Emergency Preparedness Workshop
9/8 & 9/10
Prepare for emergencies by Creating Plans, Being Informed, Building Kits, & Getting Trained.
With these actions you can reduce the potential impact of emergencies from threats & hazards to save lives & reduce trauma.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
9/8 & 9/10
Prepare for emergencies by Creating Plans, Being Informed, Building Kits, & Getting Trained.
With these actions you can reduce the potential impact of emergencies from threats & hazards to save lives & reduce trauma.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
National Night Out 8/5 4-9 PM
Annual event brings communities together, demonstrates ways to prevent crime, & strengthens relationships with police & public safety partners.
Learn more about National Night Out in Fairfax County: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/Chief...
#NationalNightOut
Annual event brings communities together, demonstrates ways to prevent crime, & strengthens relationships with police & public safety partners.
Learn more about National Night Out in Fairfax County: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/Chief...
#NationalNightOut
July 6, 2025 at 5:09 PM
National Night Out 8/5 4-9 PM
Annual event brings communities together, demonstrates ways to prevent crime, & strengthens relationships with police & public safety partners.
Learn more about National Night Out in Fairfax County: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/Chief...
#NationalNightOut
Annual event brings communities together, demonstrates ways to prevent crime, & strengthens relationships with police & public safety partners.
Learn more about National Night Out in Fairfax County: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/Chief...
#NationalNightOut
#CERT Basic Training Class #204
Fairfax Co. Fire & Rescue Academy
Begins: 9/24, Final: 11/8
Course teaches how to prepare for emergencies, light search operations, & life-saving care for victims until first responders arrive.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
Fairfax Co. Fire & Rescue Academy
Begins: 9/24, Final: 11/8
Course teaches how to prepare for emergencies, light search operations, & life-saving care for victims until first responders arrive.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
July 6, 2025 at 12:27 AM
#CERT Basic Training Class #204
Fairfax Co. Fire & Rescue Academy
Begins: 9/24, Final: 11/8
Course teaches how to prepare for emergencies, light search operations, & life-saving care for victims until first responders arrive.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
Fairfax Co. Fire & Rescue Academy
Begins: 9/24, Final: 11/8
Course teaches how to prepare for emergencies, light search operations, & life-saving care for victims until first responders arrive.
fairfaxcountycert.org/public-classes
Although we don't often get the brunt of a hurricane, almost every year we do get hit with the remnants. Even with these lower-grade storms, we could see tornadoes, high winds, heavy rain, flooding, downed trees, & power outages.
Our FB for more: Facebook.com/FairfaxCountyCERT
Our FB for more: Facebook.com/FairfaxCountyCERT
June 4, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Although we don't often get the brunt of a hurricane, almost every year we do get hit with the remnants. Even with these lower-grade storms, we could see tornadoes, high winds, heavy rain, flooding, downed trees, & power outages.
Our FB for more: Facebook.com/FairfaxCountyCERT
Our FB for more: Facebook.com/FairfaxCountyCERT
5/31, we were invited by Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department’s Community Risk Reduction to provide a hands-only CPR class, in Spanish, to the residents of Berkdale Apts. 10 instructors, 2 canteen members, & 1 outreach person on site.
#CommunityEmergencyResponseTeam #HandsOnlyCPR #fairfaxcounty
#CommunityEmergencyResponseTeam #HandsOnlyCPR #fairfaxcounty
June 3, 2025 at 12:28 AM
5/31, we were invited by Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department’s Community Risk Reduction to provide a hands-only CPR class, in Spanish, to the residents of Berkdale Apts. 10 instructors, 2 canteen members, & 1 outreach person on site.
#CommunityEmergencyResponseTeam #HandsOnlyCPR #fairfaxcounty
#CommunityEmergencyResponseTeam #HandsOnlyCPR #fairfaxcounty
Traffic & Crowd Mgmt class
Provides education for CERT members to better understand and have the knowledge, techniques and special skills required to safely manage vehicle movement and pedestrians in planned and emergency situations.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#TrafficManagement
Provides education for CERT members to better understand and have the knowledge, techniques and special skills required to safely manage vehicle movement and pedestrians in planned and emergency situations.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#TrafficManagement
June 2, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Traffic & Crowd Mgmt class
Provides education for CERT members to better understand and have the knowledge, techniques and special skills required to safely manage vehicle movement and pedestrians in planned and emergency situations.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#TrafficManagement
Provides education for CERT members to better understand and have the knowledge, techniques and special skills required to safely manage vehicle movement and pedestrians in planned and emergency situations.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
#TrafficManagement
We were honored to provide traffic & crowd management support at Congressman Gerry Connolly’s funeral services on May 27th.
#fairfaxcounty #trafficmanagement #CERT
#fairfaxcounty #trafficmanagement #CERT
June 1, 2025 at 8:24 PM
We were honored to provide traffic & crowd management support at Congressman Gerry Connolly’s funeral services on May 27th.
#fairfaxcounty #trafficmanagement #CERT
#fairfaxcounty #trafficmanagement #CERT
CERT Emergency Comm
6/14 | 2pm - 4:30pm
In disasters telephones, computer, & radio communications serve to speed First Responders to where they are needed
Learn:
- 4-C's FRD radio protocol
- Comm modes & strategies
- Radio in simulated emergency
- more
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
6/14 | 2pm - 4:30pm
In disasters telephones, computer, & radio communications serve to speed First Responders to where they are needed
Learn:
- 4-C's FRD radio protocol
- Comm modes & strategies
- Radio in simulated emergency
- more
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
May 30, 2025 at 9:12 PM
CERT Emergency Comm
6/14 | 2pm - 4:30pm
In disasters telephones, computer, & radio communications serve to speed First Responders to where they are needed
Learn:
- 4-C's FRD radio protocol
- Comm modes & strategies
- Radio in simulated emergency
- more
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
6/14 | 2pm - 4:30pm
In disasters telephones, computer, & radio communications serve to speed First Responders to where they are needed
Learn:
- 4-C's FRD radio protocol
- Comm modes & strategies
- Radio in simulated emergency
- more
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in the service of our country. Our hearts are with their families and friends. We will never forget the sacrifices you have made.
#MemorialDay
#MemorialDay
May 26, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in the service of our country. Our hearts are with their families and friends. We will never forget the sacrifices you have made.
#MemorialDay
#MemorialDay
WIDE AREA SEARCH
3-Day Class, 6/25-27, 8AM - 5PM
When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize & deploy needed resources. TEEX Wide Area Search course instructs in practical methods & skills to perform systematic searches.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
3-Day Class, 6/25-27, 8AM - 5PM
When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize & deploy needed resources. TEEX Wide Area Search course instructs in practical methods & skills to perform systematic searches.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
May 25, 2025 at 3:56 PM
WIDE AREA SEARCH
3-Day Class, 6/25-27, 8AM - 5PM
When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize & deploy needed resources. TEEX Wide Area Search course instructs in practical methods & skills to perform systematic searches.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
3-Day Class, 6/25-27, 8AM - 5PM
When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize & deploy needed resources. TEEX Wide Area Search course instructs in practical methods & skills to perform systematic searches.
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov/custom/1380/...
Fairfax Co. CERTs! Want to boost your emergency #radio comm knowledge?
Our monthly Radio Team Workshops offer training & info exchange. Learn about amateur radio, GMRS, FRS, and more. New to the CERT Program, and not yet CERT-trained? You are welcome as a guest by contacting the POC in advance.
Our monthly Radio Team Workshops offer training & info exchange. Learn about amateur radio, GMRS, FRS, and more. New to the CERT Program, and not yet CERT-trained? You are welcome as a guest by contacting the POC in advance.
May 18, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Fairfax Co. CERTs! Want to boost your emergency #radio comm knowledge?
Our monthly Radio Team Workshops offer training & info exchange. Learn about amateur radio, GMRS, FRS, and more. New to the CERT Program, and not yet CERT-trained? You are welcome as a guest by contacting the POC in advance.
Our monthly Radio Team Workshops offer training & info exchange. Learn about amateur radio, GMRS, FRS, and more. New to the CERT Program, and not yet CERT-trained? You are welcome as a guest by contacting the POC in advance.
