What are some important roles that CERT members can play during a pandemic?

Ahead of time

 

·        Give neighbors information about what pandemic flu is

 

·        Encourage neighbors to prepare ahead of time - add to their regular emergency supplies

 

·        Complete a checklist identifying special needs that would be important during an outbreak

 

·        Identify resources that could be available to help

 

·        Learn about accurate sources of information

 

·        Encourage neighbors to get their annual flu shot

 

·        Read your local health department's pandemic flu plan

 

During the Outbreak

 

·        Get accurate information out to your community about how to prevent the spread and where mass clinics are being conducted

 

·        Check on neighbors to see if they need medical assistance and/or food and help them get help

 

·        Organize food deliveries

 

·        Work with the local health department at alternate care sites

 

·        Report to the local health department about new cases so they can predict surges

 

·        Assist ill parents in caring for their well children

 

·        Assist people with special needs by coordinating transportation to mass clinics for example

 

·        Assist those with language barriers to understand self-care instruction

 

After the Pandemic or Between Surges

 

·        Organize neighborhood events to support the survivors and renew the sense of community

 

·        Give feedback to your local health department about what worked and what didn't

 

Draft CERT Pandemic Influenza Module: Participant Manual

May 5, 2009