FEMA IS-317.a: Introduction to Community
Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Questions and Answers
Question 1
By learning how to safely respond to man-made, technological, and national disasters,
CERT volunteers contribute to:
Correct Answer
National resilience
Question 2
What is a main feature of the CERT program
Correct Answer
Trained volunteers use a consistent, nationwide approach to support emergency
responders with disaster preparedness and response.
Question 3
Who delivers the classroom and hands-on training you need to become a CERT
volunteer?
Correct Answer
A team of first responders and other qualified volunteers
Question 4
How do you become a CERT volunteer?
Correct Answer
By completing this course and CERT Basic Training classroom-based course
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, Question 5
Which of the following CERT Basic topic covers size-up, rescue techniques, and
rescuer safety?
Correct Answer
Light Search and Rescue Operations
Question 6
What is a benefit that CERT volunteers report after they complete training?
Correct Answer
Confidence they can protect themselves and others and minimize property damage
Question 7
Assisting elderly and physically limited neighbors with securing trashcans and patio
furniture are examples of what kind of activities?
Correct Answer
Preparation
Question 8
Generally, why do people join a CERT?
Correct Answer
To better prepare for hazards and protect themselves, loves ones, and their
neighbors.
Question 9
What are the first tasks the Team Leader (TL) must perform after arriving at the
staging area?
Correct Answer
Assign volunteers to specific positions and prioritize response activities.
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Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Questions and Answers
Question 1
By learning how to safely respond to man-made, technological, and national disasters,
CERT volunteers contribute to:
Correct Answer
National resilience
Question 2
What is a main feature of the CERT program
Correct Answer
Trained volunteers use a consistent, nationwide approach to support emergency
responders with disaster preparedness and response.
Question 3
Who delivers the classroom and hands-on training you need to become a CERT
volunteer?
Correct Answer
A team of first responders and other qualified volunteers
Question 4
How do you become a CERT volunteer?
Correct Answer
By completing this course and CERT Basic Training classroom-based course
Page 1 of 6
, Question 5
Which of the following CERT Basic topic covers size-up, rescue techniques, and
rescuer safety?
Correct Answer
Light Search and Rescue Operations
Question 6
What is a benefit that CERT volunteers report after they complete training?
Correct Answer
Confidence they can protect themselves and others and minimize property damage
Question 7
Assisting elderly and physically limited neighbors with securing trashcans and patio
furniture are examples of what kind of activities?
Correct Answer
Preparation
Question 8
Generally, why do people join a CERT?
Correct Answer
To better prepare for hazards and protect themselves, loves ones, and their
neighbors.
Question 9
What are the first tasks the Team Leader (TL) must perform after arriving at the
staging area?
Correct Answer
Assign volunteers to specific positions and prioritize response activities.
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