2023 National Preparedness Month and PEMA Certifications

National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. This year’s theme is Take Control in 1,2,3.  The campaign focuses on preparing older adults for disasters, specifically older adults from communities that are disproportionally impacted by the all-hazard events, which continue to threaten the nation.  Older adults can face greater risks when it comes to the multitude of extreme weather events and emergencies we now face, especially if they are living alone, are low-income, have a disability, or live in rural areas.

Montgomery Township Emergency Management Staff engages in various trainings and exercises to prepare, respond, mitigate, and recover from disasters.  The Staff also obtains certifications through PEMA.  These certifications are required by PEMA for the Emergency Management Staff.

The purpose of the certification and training program is to prescribe the training required to develop competency in individuals serving as county and local emergency management coordinators and staff.  The content of the certification program has been reviewed by a panel of local, county, regional, and state-level emergency management personnel.  Authority for this program can be found in Title 35 subsection 7502.  

The requirements for the certification program include in-person training, independent study courses, attendance at quarterly county trainings, and a written endorsement of the county Emergency Management Coordinator.  PEMA will issue the appropriate certification once the coursework is completed and the Montgomery County Emergency Management Coordinator endorses the application.

Staff Members that have obtained PEMA Certifications in 2022-2023

Firefighter Jacob Weltman- Municipal Staff Professional Certification

 Congratulations FF Weltman on achieving your Professional Certification!

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