Hope Trail Certification At May Hummer Rally

[T.C.]

[quote name='dwaxman1' date='17 March 2010 - 08:25 PM' timestamp='1268875532' post='14770']

You truck does not have to look like ours but it helps ;-)

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[duncanpa]

Okay, how far does one have to go to become HOPE certified?? <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... #>/dry.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='<_<' />

[T.C.]

[quote name='duncanpa' date='18 March 2010 - 09:50 AM' timestamp='1268923806' post='14791']

Okay, how far does one have to go to become HOPE certified?? <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... #>/dry.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='<_<' />

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you have to wash allthe trucks after the rally weekend <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... /blink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':blink:' /> <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... /blink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':blink:' /> <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... oflmao.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':rotflmao:' />

[dwaxman1]

And my truck is already very dirty!!

[Archngel]

[quote name='dwaxman1' date='19 March 2010 - 12:25 PM' timestamp='1269019536' post='14831']

And my truck is already very dirty!!

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Oh Boy!



Really, joke on the side,, what does it really imply to get trail certified, Do we ned special equipment for this? in truck and on truck?

Ive been first aid instructor for nearly 30 years, I guess I could get cpr in a week end to recertify, just to get the little card. What else?

Ive seen on previous post that we needed a radio certification too. What that one imply once you get CB in.



Its just to put the requirement in simple format and clear



Im sure it will clear up few questions that me and some other members are asking.



Regards

[T.C.]

AT LAST THERE IS HOPE

The desire to assist the American Red Cross began at the Country Roads 2001 event when we arrived shortly after devastating floods ravaged West Virginia. We felt helpless because the relief agencies didn’t know us. After contacting various agencies to offer our services, we were told that liability issues prevented us from assisting. We went home resolved to set up a program with the Red Cross so we would be ready for the next disaster.



After two years of effort, we successfully established a statement of understanding with the American Red Cross in South Bend to coordinate our interaction on a national level. This means that whether you live in California or Maine, you can be a part of this program and assist the American Red Cross in your area during times of need.



In November of 2003, at the American Red Cross Disaster Symposium in South Bend, Indiana our Club announced an agreement with the American Red Cross to assist them in disaster relief. The new program, known as HOPE (HUMMER Owners Prepared for Emergencies) will certify qualifying members as Red Cross volunteers who can be deployed by the local chapters of Red Cross to drive supplies and Red Cross personnel into disaster areas where other vehicles might not be able to reach.





HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS

The basic requirements of the program for the HUMMER Club are as follows:



You must be a current member of the HUMMER Club in good standing.

You must be competent in radio protocol or willing to obtain necessary training within one year.

You must have or obtain “Trail Endorsement” through the HUMMER Club within one year of membership in the HOPE program.

You must complete the Red Cross CPR and First Aid Courses.



A packet will be mailed to the interested Club member with a check list of required documents and related information. Our plan is to soon have HOPE membership registration on-line within this web site. To receive your membership packet please email your request to glen@thehummerclubinc.com.



When you receive your packet, follow the directions, view the “Introduction to Disaster Services” tape, take the self-test and fill out the course evaluation on the last page of the pamphlet.



You must provide the following items to The Hummer Club:



A copy of your drivers license.

Proof of vehicle insurance.

A copy of your First Aid/CPR training certification. (If it is not American Red Cross first aid certification, send a copy of your current certification. If you need first aid/ CPR training, your local chapter of the American Red Cross has classes available for a nominal fee).

Copies of EMT, First Responder Certificates or other related certifications, if applicable.

The “Intro to Disaster Services” quiz answer sheet and course evaluation.

A signed copy of the Red Cross Code of Conduct.

A check made payable to The Hummer Club, Inc. for your

HOPE Program Membership fee of $55 to cover the cost of the HOPE program shirt and Red Cross First Aid Kit that you must carry in your vehicle at all times during a disaster response.



Once you have returned these materials, you will be mailed your identification cards, patches, pin and door magnets that designate you as a disaster volunteer plus you will receive your first aid kit and shirt (that you must wear while acting as a volunteer).



A further requirement is your ‘Trail Endorsement’ for the program. This endorsement can be obtained from the HUMMER Club by attending a HOPE program endorsement class within one year of sign up with the program. Endorsement classes will generally be offered at all of the Clubs offroad events. Currently, we are working with GM and their interested dealerships to offer our endorsement classes along with first aid training as part of HUMMER Happenings in your local area.

[Archngel]

Thx Tony



This is super, at least its clear. It didnt answer the questions I had abou tthe truck but its fine. Im willing to be part of this anytime, but this is mostly for the US side, how does this link to the Canadian RED CROSS and Emergency Response Program in Canada ( if we do have one) is it or will it be the same? Because so far never heard of any similar program here.



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[shotgun-cam]

Problem is Kevin Rhino's driver works till midnight on friday then would have to run to event by saturday morning he'd be snorring so loud he'd be useful as a fog horn.