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WHAT IS A CEV? 

The community Emergency Volunteers (CEVs) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area, and trains them in basic disaster response skills. The organization's purpose is to provide a group of trained citizens to assist the City's implementation of its Emergency Operations Plan during a disaster, and to encourage emergency preparedness in the community. As a volunteer organization closely affiliated with the City of Brisbane, members may serve as a temporary resource to the city during emergency situations when professional responders are overwhelmed.

During a catastrophic emergency, the CEVs will walk their assigned residential routes and conduct damage assessment surveys acting as the "eyes and ears" of the City's Emergency Operations Center so that situation status updates and priority assignment of resources can be completed. Their training in utility shutoff, first aid, and light urban search and rescue will undoubtedly mitigate further property damage and significantly assist in the preservation of human life. CEVs are also trained in shelter operations, and are anticipated to have a significant role in the care of fellow citizens, whether that role be working in a shelter or assisting with the distribution of critical supplies.

During less catastrophic emergencies, CEVs can volunteer to assist with traffic control (especially in the case of fire-related evacuations), fill sandbags to control flooding during unusually heavy rain events, and a myriad of other activities.

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CEV TRAINING SCHEDULE

Training will teach participants to:

• Describe the types of hazards most likely to affect their homes and communities.
• Take steps to prepare themselves for a disaster.
• Identify and reduce potential fire hazards in their homes and workplaces.
• Work as a team to apply basic fire suppression strategies, resources, and safety measures to extinguish a burning liquid.
• Apply techniques for opening airways, controlling bleeding, and treating shock.
• Conduct triage under simulated conditions.
• Perform head-to-toe assessments.
• Select and set up a treatment area.
• Employ basic treatments for various wounds.
• Identify planning and size-up requirements for potential search and rescue situations.
• Describe the most common techniques for searching a structure.
• Use safe techniques for debris removal and victim extrication.
• Describe ways to protect rescuers during search and rescue.

CPR/First Aid Training Schedule 2010

Call 650-746-8350 to reserve a seat and confirm training date/time.

CEV Training Classes:

CPR/First Aid

Damage Assessment

Disaster Preparedness

NIMS (National Incident Management System)

SEMS (Standardized Emergency Management System)

Fire Safety

Disaster Medical Operations

Light Search & Rescue Operations

CERT/CEV Organization

Disaster Psychology

Terrorism and CERT (Community Emergency Response Team)

Shelter Operations

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CEV BLOCK CAPTAINS 

The CEV Block Captain is responsible for a "block" or "route". Each route contains approximately 15 residences that are logically mapped throughout the city's residential neighborhoods. To become and maintain "Block Captain" status, the volunteer must maintain certifications in CPR and First Aid and be trained in Damage Assessment. In the event of an obvious disaster, block captains will automatically commence walking their routes to perform damage assessment.

Brisbane CEV Block Captains

Click on the above link to see a list of Block Captains in Brisbane and their assigned routes. If your address does not appear in the chart above, you do not have a CEV assigned to your block. Consider getting involved and become your block's CEV captain.

If you want the CEVs and your Block Captain to have essential information on your residence, complete the Residential Survey Form and mail, fax, or email to Elizabeth Solis at the Brisbane Fire Department Administration - North County Fire Authority; 3445 Bayshore Blvd., Brisbane, Ca 94005.      

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Are you interested in becoming a CEV and learning essential training to help your neighbors and community in times of disaster? Become a part of a volunteer organization, that works closely with the City of Brisbane, to help promote disaster preparedness. Complete the Disaster Service Worker Registration and Loyalty Oath Form and  Volunteer Skill Inventory Form, and mail/bring to Elizabeth Solis at the Brisbane Fire Department Administration- North County Fire Authority; 3445 Bayshore Blvd., Brisbane, Ca 94005.  

Contact Info:

For membership application and general information contact the Brisbane Fire Department Administration-North County Fire Authority(NCFA):

Elizabeth Solis (650) 746-8350

esolis@dalycity.org

You can learn about the Community Emergency Volunteers by reviewing the CEV Handbook.

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BROCHURES 

Brisbane CEV Brochures:

Are you Ready for the "Big One?" Citizen's Basic Checklist for Earthquake Preparedness.

Brisbane CEVs Have Got the Right Stuff!

Citizen's Basic Guide to Emergency Water Storage and Preparation.

Do you have a Family Disaster Plan?

Earthquake Preparedness Tips for Children and Pets.

Earthquake Preparedness Tips for Elderly and Physically Challenged.

Guidelines for Handling Suspicious Mail.

Pocket Shelter Guidelines.

Safety Tips for Power Outages.

Tips for Coping with Traumatic Events.

Is your house number visible?  

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Brochures:

Earthquake, Ready to Ride it out?

Be Winter Wise! Before, During, and After the Storm.

10 Ways You can be Disaster Prepared. 

San Mateo County Health Department Brochures: 

The Pocket Guide to Emergency Preparedness.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Brochures:

Your Family Disaster Plan.  

PG & E Brochures:

Storms and Natural Disasters, Prepare It's energy well spent.

North County Fire Authority Brochures:

Operation Wildfire, Community of Brisbane

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