Local Preparedness
Rochester Area Organizations
These organizations offer training, education, and preparedness resources that may be helpful to individuals and families in the Rochester area.
Rochester Fire Department
The Rochester Fire Department protects the community and hosts Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), CPR, and STOP THE BLEED® trainings that help residents learn practical emergency response skills.
Monroe County ARES/RACES
Monroe County ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Service) is a group of dedicated Amateur Radio operators committed to providing emergency communications support to our community
Rochester Office of Emergency Management
The Rochester OEM coordinates the city’s emergency planning and response while supporting community preparedness through outreach.
Rochester Amateur Radio Association (RaRa)
Interested in learning HAM Radio? The Rochester Amateur Radio Association (RaRa) provides guidance on amateur radio education and licensing.
Ready For Unsteady
Built by a Rochester local, Ready For Unsteady is a beginner-friendly emergency preparedness resource designed help everyday people prepare for disruptions with clear, approachable guidance.
Training & Education
Preparedness Skill-Building
These resources offer classes, workshops, and learning tools to help individuals and families build emergency skills online, in person, or at their own pace.
In-Person Trainings
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, supported by FEMA, trains volunteers in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations, and team coordination. CERT helps community members safely assist their neighbors during emergencies until professional responders arrive. In the Rochester area, CERT trainings are offered periodically through the City of Rochester Fire Department.
Safety Team Solutions
Safety Team Solutions provides accessible CPR, AED, First Aid, Safe Sitter, and pet first aid training for individuals, families, workplaces, and community groups. Their courses are designed to build real-world confidence in emergencies.
Online Trainings
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross offers a range of online courses covering first aid, CPR, AED use, and emergency preparedness. These self-paced trainings are designed to help individuals build lifesaving skills and better prepare for emergencies from the convenience of home.
DisasterReady.org
DisasterReady.org offers free online training courses that help individuals build practical skills in disaster preparedness, emergency response, and humanitarian work.
Bunker Not Required
Bunker Not Required offers approachable emergency preparedness workshops that help individuals, households, and communities plan for emergencies big and small. Their training focuses on holistic preparedness, community resilience, and realistic planning for “3 bad days, 3 bad weeks, and 3 bad months.”
