What should you put in a emergency preparedness kit?
Basic Disaster Supplies Kit
- Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
- Food (at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food)
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert.
- Flashlight.
- First aid kit.
- Extra batteries.
- Whistle (to signal for help)
Why do you need an emergency preparedness kit?
The right emergency kit helps people deal with a wide range of disasters: from hurricanes and fires to fly pandemics and earthquakes. This ensures that people can prepare themselves at work, school or on the go. The items included in the kits help people respond to basic first aid needs and prevent illness.
What is an emergency kit used for?
A first aid kit is a box, bag or pack that holds supplies used to treat minor injuries including cuts, scrapes, burns, bruises, and sprains. More elaborate first aid kits can also include survival supplies, life-saving emergency supplies or convenience items like bug sting wipes or cold & flu medicines.
What are your top ten survival items?
10 Essentials for Any Survival Kit
- Water. 1/11. Following severe weather conditions, clean drinking water may not be readily available.
- Food. 2/11.
- Flashlight and Radio. 3/11.
- First Aid Kit. 4/11.
- Multipurpose Tool. 5/11.
- Sanitation and Personal Hygiene Items. 6/11.
- Copies of Personal Documents. 7/11.
- Cell Phone and Charger. 8/11.
What are the 3 first steps for responding to an emergency?
To take appropriate actions in any emergency, follow the three basic emergency action steps — Check-Call-Care. Check the scene and the victim. Call the local emergency number to activate the EMS system. Ask a conscious victim’s permission to provide care.
What are the 10 survival items on alone?
Participants are allowed to bring 2 hats.
- 1 pair of high-leg hunting boots.
- 1 pair waterproof Arctic winter boots.
- 1 T-shirt.
- 1 fleece/wool shirt.
- 2 wool, fleece or cotton sweaters.
- 6 pairs wool socks.
- 2 hats (brimmed, wool, fur, Arctic or baseball)
- 2 buffs or neck gaiter (no balaclavas)
What is the 3 P’s in first aid?
The aims of First Aid can be remembered by thinking of the three Ps: Preserve Life. Prevent The Situation Worsening. Promote Recovery.
What are the 3 C’s of an emergency?
check, call, and care
There are three basic C’s to remember—check, call, and care.
What is the first thing you do in case of an emergency?
First Things to Do in Any Emergency Decide whether it is safer to evacuate or shelter-in-place. Once safely evacuated or sheltered-in-place, call for help using 911 and clearly explain what you know about the situation. Provide first aid for any injured people. Move any people who are injured away from further danger.
