<p>The UCI Campus Search and Rescue (CSAR) Program wrapped up training series #21 last week; welcoming 27 new graduates to the team. There are now close to 400 trained faculty and staff members prepared to help support the needs of our campus following a catastrophic earthquake or any other natural or manmade disaster. These individuals received training on disaster preparedness, hazardous material and fire safety, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue, disaster psychology, terrorism awareness and workplace violence. In addition to now being a resource for the campus, even more importantly, these members are now better prepared to handle crisis situations they may come across in their personal lives as well. </p>
<p>Traditionally, the course has been held each Fall, however, it appears as though the Emergency Services Unit may be able to offer a few sessions per year. For more information on this please <em>stay tuned</em> to this blog and like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/UCIrvinePD More information will become available in the New Year. If you are interested in taking this course, please email Anne Widney, Emergency Services Manager, @ [email protected] to be placed on the interest list. Again, congratulations to the new graduates and thank you for helping us make our campus a more resilient community.</p>
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