Lead by example
Participants are trained to provide immediate emergency assistance to fellow passengers and learn proper evacuation procedures on RTD vehicles. CERT is part of a national program to promote disaster preparedness and support people helping people.
To become a CERT volunteer, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen, 18 years or older
- Be a regular RTD bus or light rail rider
- Pass a background check
- Make a two-year commitment to the program
- Complete a free three-day training session
- Be able to participate in one training exercise per year
- Be available to assist with any RTD bus or light rail system emergency
Training schedule
You must complete all three classes to receive your certification of completion and CERT backpack. All classes are held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Regional Transportation District located at 1600 Blake Street (rooms T & D) in Denver. Meals are not provided. Attire is casual.| January 2013 series | 01-12 • 01-19 • 01-26 |
| February 2013 series | 02-09 • 02-16 • 02-23 |
| March 2013 series | 03-09 • 03-23 • 03-30 |
| April 2013 series | 04-13 • 04-20 • 04-27 |
| May 2013 series | 05-04 • 05-11 • 05-18 |
| July 2013 series | 07-13 • 07-20 • 07-27 |
| September 2013 series | 09-14 • 09-21 • 09-28 |
| October 2013 series | 10-12 • 10-19 • 10-26 |


