Media Briefing as Agencies Train For Earthquake Response at LAFD Training Center | February 9, 2023
Channel: LAFD
Date: 2023-02-10

SHERMAN OAKS - Dozens of veteran rescuers and rescuers in training, including search canines from across California, gathered on February 9, 2023, at the Los Angeles Fire Department's John Ruedy Memorial Training Center (JRMTC) to attend a Regional Technical Search Specialist course.

The technician-level search training that simulated a variety of disasters, was conducted under the auspices of the California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI), a division of the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES).

The day-long event specifically provided students a hands-on opportunity to learn about and become certified in the use of advanced search tools and systems, including, cameras, listening devices and other specialty equipment designed to optimize the efforts of rescuers in a large scale disaster.