Learn Life-Saving Skills at June 13 Workshop in Farmington Hills

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission offers training in CPR and Automated External Defibrillator use.

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC), in cooperation with the Farmington Hills Fire Department, will offer an American Red Cross CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) class on June 13. Held from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., the class is open to the public and will be held in the upstairs training room at Fire Station #4, 28711 Drake Road.  A $10 fee will cover the cost of the class and materials, and $30 for those who require a Certificate of Training. Participants must be at least 12 years old. To register, contact Diane O’Connell at DOConnell@fhgov.com or 248-871-2802.

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Learn CPR, Basic First Aid and More in Feb. 7 Class

The first aid awareness training is hosted by the Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission.

Injuries and medical emergencies happen without warning -- do you know how to respond? The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) will sponsor a First Aid Awareness Class on Thursday, February 7 from 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Costick Center at 28600 Eleven Mile Road in Farmington Hills. The class will help you prepare for a medical emergency by providing a demonstration of what to do until first responders arrive or the victim can be transported. The class does not provide certification.   Participants will rotate through one station every 15 minutes, with each subject taught by a first responder or first aid instructor. First aid subjects will include: 9-1-1 Dispatch System CPR Use of an AED (Automated External …

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Learn First Aid, CPR, AED at Farmington Hills Fire Station 4 Nov. 20

The class is open to the public, but only 18 spots are available.

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC), in cooperation with the Farmington Hills Fire Department, will offer an American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Class on Tuesday, Nov. 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The class is open to the public and will be held in the upstairs training room at Fire Station 4, 28711 Drake Road. A $10 fee will cover the cost of the class and materials. The cost will be $30 for those who require a Certificate of Training. Participants must be at least 12 years old. The class size is limited to 18 people. To register, contact EPC Vice Chair Tim Tutak at tim.tutak@live.com or 248-417-0930.

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Learn How to Prepare Your Pet for an Emergency

A Farmington area veterinarian talks about how to help ensure your pet survives if disaster strikes.

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) will present a free seminar on Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Costick Center, located at 28600 Eleven Mile Road. Local veterinarian Christian Ast will discuss how pets have been affected in recent disasters and will provide preparedness tips on how to increase your pet’s chances for survival.  If you are like millions of pet owners nationwide, you consider your pet an important member of your household. The likelihood that you and your animals will survive an emergency such as a fire, flood or tornado depends largely on preparedness and emergency planning.  No registration is required for the seminar. For more information, …

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Class in Farmington Hills Helps You Prepare for Disaster

Training sessions will prepare citizens to rely on each other when emergency workers are unable to immediately help.

Are you prepared to care for yourself and your family for three days if disaster strikes? The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) will present a free series of Emergency and Disaster Response Training sessions every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sept. 6-Oct. 11, at the Costick Center in Farmington Hills.  The free training sessions are open to adults and children ages 14 and up who are accompanied by an adult. The Emergency and Disaster Response Training will prepare citizens to rely on each other when first responders who provide fire and medical services are unable to meet immediate needs. Participants will learn what to expect in terms of emergency services, individual responsibility for preparedness…

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Miss Oakland County Promotes Platform at Women's Self-Defense Seminar

Shelby Gardiner's message this year is “Date Rape Prevention: Be SMART".

Registration is open for the Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) women’s self-defense seminar, held Saturday, Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Costick Center. Shelby Gardiner, Miss Oakland County, will attend the event and promote her personal platform, “Date Rape Prevention: Be SMART.” Vanessa Chambe, Miss Oakland County Outstanding Teen, will also participate. The class will be taught by Jeff Duncan, master instructor and sixth degree black belt; his wife, Connie, second degree black belt and chief instructor; and additional female black belt instructors from Farmington Martial Arts. Through a series of close-range drills, women will learn both situational awareness skills and self-defense skills…

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Prepare for Hot Summer, Farmington Hills Emergency Preparedness Commission Says

Take precautions and stay cool, as record high temperatures are predicted.

Record high temperatures have been predicted for this summer. The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission urges you to prepare your family for the heat. To help keep cool this summer, here are some tips to stay safe in hot weather: People at higher risk of a heat-related illness include: Symptoms of heat-related illness and what to do: Heat cramps - Cramps or muscle spasms in the abdomen, arms or legs. Solution - Stop your activity. Cool down, drink clear juice or a sports drink. Heat Exhaustion - Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or fainting. Solution - Cool down, seek medical attention. Heat Stroke - Extremely high body temperature, red, hot or dry skin, rapid pulse, …

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Still Time to Sign Up for April 30 SKYWARN Storm Spotter Training

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission offers free training on Monday at the Costick Center.

Learn How to Spot Severe Storms at Farmington Hills Training April 30

SKYWARN training is offered free at the Costick Center.

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) will present a free SKYWARN training program on Monday, April 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Costick Center, located at 28600 Eleven Mile Road between Middlebelt and Inkster. The main responsibility of a SKYWARN spotter is to identify and describe severe local storms. Information provided by SKYWARN spotters has enabled the National Weather Service to issue more timely and accurate warnings for tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, and flash floods. Participants at the training session will learn: Basics of thunderstorm development Fundamentals of storm structure How to identify potential severe weather features What information to report How to report information Basic severe …

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Learn How to Prepare Your Pets for Emergencies

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission offers a free seminar for pet owners on April 12.

The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) will present a free seminar on Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 12 at the Costick Center, in Farmington Hills.  If you’re like millions of pet owners nationwide, you consider your pet an important member of your household. The likelihood that you and your animals will survive an emergency such as a fire, flood or tornado depends largely on preparedness and emergency planning.  Local veterinarian Christian Ast will discuss how pets have been affected in recent disasters and will provide preparedness tips on how to increase your pet’s chances for survival. Registration is not required for the seminar. For more information, contact EPC …

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