LAFD CERT Team Overview – Video by John Gilbert, a.c.e.

The LAFD CERT Team is comprised of dedicated volunteers who have not only completed the CERT 17.5 hour training but also have shown the dedication and ability to go further in their training. There are several steps to qualify for the LAFD CERT Team. After passing all qualifications, the LAFD CERT Team member is allowed to wear the LAFD CERT Uniform, and can participate in Deployments.

CERT members will not self-dispatch to any incident. Only the LAFD CERT Teams that are requested by the LAFD may respond. LAFD ALERT Messages (email, Twitter, radio etc.) are not official instructions or authorization to take action.

What Will am LAFD CERT Team Member Do?

Participate in Community Events to help CERT Outreach to our communities, such as:

  • Specialized Trainings
  • Parades & Special Events
  • Community Disaster Fairs

CERT Team Deployments for LAFD Support and Assistance

  • LAFD Logistical Support
  • Community Fire Patrols
  • Fire Station Events
  • Firefighter Rehab/Hydration
  • MUCH MORE!

How Does One Become a LAFD CERT Team Member?

To Be a Rostered Team Member

  • Graduate from the 7 Week CERT Class
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Participate and Attend Your Battalion Meetings
  • Be Recommended By LAFD CERT Coordinators
  • Fill in and Submit the LAFD CERT Team Application
  • If you are accepted, submit to a live scan and pass a background check.
  • Attend all of the LAFD CERT Team Academy Classes

How to Find Out More