West Hill Community

West Hill Community

Emergency Readiness Training
West Hill Community, Emergency Readiness Training helps residents build real skills for real emergencies here in the Pacific Northwest. Each class is a standalone sessions; come to the topics that interest you, return for refreshers, or join later in the year. No prior experience is required.

Classes cover practical skills such as preparedness basics, disaster first aid, utility safety, CPR, community support, and more. Training is welcoming, hands-on when possible, and designed for adults who live or work in the West Hill communities. Youth may attend with a parent or guardian.

Sessions are held on Tuesday evenings:

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Skyway Fire Training Center

12424 76th Ave S

Seattle, 98178

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- February 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  This session introduces the full range of hazards outlined in the King County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Hazards include earthquakes, severe weather, landslides, flooding, wildfire smoke, extreme heat, volcanic ash, hazardous materials, and other region-specific risks. All hazards are discussed, with a stronger focus on the issues most relevant to West Hill. Participants learn how these hazards affect the community and what actions reduce risk at home.
- March 3, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  This session covers the essential steps individuals and families can take to prepare for emergencies, including building a simple readiness plan and organizing supplies.
  Participants learn strategies for preparing in both single family homes and multifamily buildings. The session includes communication planning and options for staying in touch when systems fail.
- April 7, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  This session teaches practical medical skills that can be used when professional help is delayed. Participants learn how to triage injuries, complete a head to toe assessment, and care for burns, fractures, strains, sprains, and common wounds. The session includes simple splinting techniques and how to recognize and treat heat and cold injuries.
- Water, Gas, and Utilities Safety
  
  May 5, 2026 This session teaches residents how to safely manage household utilities during and after an emergency. Participants learn how and when to shut off water and gas, how to avoid secondary hazards, and what to do if equipment is damaged. The session also covers disaster sanitation and water safety, including storage, filtration, and disinfection during disruptions.
- Neighbor to Neighbor Support and Community Resilience
  
  June 2, 2026, This session focuses on practical ways neighbors can support each other during and after an emergency. Participants learn how to organize quick check-ins, share information, and recognize who may need extra help. The goal is to build confidence in taking simple actions that strengthen neighborhood readiness.
- For all remaining sessions, registration opens after April 1, 2026
- CPR
  
  July 7, 2026, This session provides hands-only CPR training and teaches participants how to recognize cardiac arrest, call for help, and perform effective chest compressions. It is offered as a recurring module so residents can refresh skills as needed.
- Evacuations and Shelter in Place Decision Making
  
  September 1, 2026, This session teaches how to decide when to evacuate or remain at home during emergencies. Participants learn how to assess building safety, understand local evacuation challenges, and identify situations where sheltering in place is safer. The goal is to provide clear decision-making tools for earthquakes, fires, storms, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Fireground Demonstration and Safety
  
  October 6, 2026, This session gives residents a look at how firefighters operate during an incident. Participants observe a live demonstration at the training tower and see how crews deploy hose lines, search buildings, and coordinate operations. The focus is on understanding what to expect during a fire response and how to stay safe around active scenes.
- For all remaining sessions, registration opens after September 1, 2026
- Fire Extinguishers
  
  November 3, 2026, This session teaches residents how to select and safely use fire extinguishers. Participants learn when an extinguisher is appropriate, how to apply the PASS method, and how to recognize when evacuation is the safer choice. Hands-on practice may be included when conditions allow.
- Stop the Bleed
  
  December 1, 2026, This session teaches how to control severe bleeding through direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquet application. It gives residents simple, life-saving skills that can be used before responders arrive. The module is offered periodically to allow for practice and refreshers.
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For all remaining sessions, registration opens after September 1, 2026