PEP

About the Class
Personal Emergency Preparedness (PEP) is a three-hour class based on the same curriculum as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program. This condensed class covers all the important skills that CERT training provides, without the long-term commitment of joining the team. The skills covered include:
  • PEP training curriculum
  • Home disaster preparation
  • Utility control
  • Fire safety
  • Hazardous material awareness
  • Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) awareness

Class Information


  • PEP is scheduled six times per year. 2017 PEP Classes and 2017 Special Pep Classes
  • You can also call 510-494-4243 for class dates and time.
  • The cost is free.
  • High school students can apply this class towards student community service hours for graduation.
  • Groups can also request PEP to come to your location. Please contact Mr. Chuck Guaraglia at 510-792-3473.