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Explanation of the Purpose of this Webpage- There are many references availiable that can help you
plan and prepare your various emergency supplies for your individual needs,
you already have most of these items. There are lots of internet sites with links and information out on the web, you found this one..there are others, all with different ideas. This list made from collecting lists for years, and updating it with items from other lists.
The contents of these lists may be more or less than you need. The
information is presented to give you something to think about, and
help develop your very own plans and supplies..
Remember, ultimately you will have to carry your personal survival pack. . A Backpack
with fanny pack and belt pack with compartments and water bottle is good
balance and distribuition of items. Place the items in locations handy
during travel.IF YOU CAN NOT CARRY IT....PULL OR PUSH IT. PUT IT ON
WHEELS..Larger wheels work better in rough terrain. walking stick?
Remember to rotate any food or water supplies, and check
pack periodically. You will want to have additional items that you can
use to live in your home as long as practical, but maintain the abillity
to pick up your Survival Pack and evacuate as necessary. The vehicle pack can
be minimal and supplimented. The home supplies can be organized in containers
and supplimented with existing supplies.
GENERAL STRATEGY- A small Personal Survival Pack stored in
your Vehicle, locker, or workplace is a good start. You may not be able to
get home or an
emergency may happen while you are away from home. Other Items are helpful
in the car too, a Vehicle Pack, containing a few tools and safety
items is always good to have. A larger Primary Emergency Pack at
home, with an auxilary fanny or waist pack so you can carry the maximum
amount, distributed for your comfort (or with others carrying one of the
packs). Home Emergency Supplies should be stored preferably in a cool
place, where you can get to them in easily transported containers. New Plastic 33 gallon
garbage cans, or Rubbermaid "Action Packers", suitcases, surplus military boxes,
steamer trunks,etc.
A minimal
amount is perhaps food, water and medicine for 2 weeks, with 2 months or
more for each family member is recommended. (Do not forget your pets too!)
Make a list of items that may be located eslewhere, and place it outside
your pack so you will remember to gather those items too.
It is best that you read articles, and books on related topics of interest
for planning your portable and home emergency supply resources. Emergency
Planning, Food Storage, First Aid, Survival Skils, Emergency Medical Care,
Camping, Backpacking, Amateur Radio, and Personal Security are all topics
you may find of interest.
Good Luck and I hope you never need your packs and supplies, but if you do, I hope
you find this information useful.
Greg Greenwood, WB6FZH 4/99 rev.9/01
Greg's List
SURVIVAL KITS - EMERGENCY PACKS
HOME, WORK & VEHICLE LISTS
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
- MANUALS-- For Reference When You Need It!
- FIRST AID- Red Cross Manual, EMT Book, etc.
- SURVIVAL SKILLS- Military Manuals, Scouting Manuals
- CAMPING- Backpacking or Camping Books
- WATER- 1 gallon per person per day...More important than food!
- CANTEEN- (1 or 2) with carrier for your belt or pack
- WATER PURIFICATION- Study methods (tablets, drops, bleach, etc)
- Reminder: Some people are allergic to iodine (used in some
purification tablets)
- WATER FILTRATION- Water filter straw or manual filter-pump.
- Learn how to find, collect, store and transport water.
- Reminder: Keep several gallons of water properly stored at
home.WATER TRANSPORTATION: You will need a colapsible water transport,
siphon or jug.
- BLEACH FORMULA- 4 drops per gallon, let stand 1 hr, Eye Dropper and
small bleach bottle.
- EXTRA WATER CANTEEN- or Water Bottle with belt carrier good idea.
- FOOD FOR PACKS- Lightweight, minimal preparation, long-term and
short-term storage
- FREEZE DRIED- Camping/Backpacking meals (Remember...water required)
- MRE (Meals Ready to Eat- Military Rations- Check Date)
- CANDY- Hard Candy for Quick energy (individual wrap & in baggies)
- FOOD BARS- Granola, "Energy Bars", etc. Read the wrappers
- VITAMINS- Good Muli-vitamin, extra vitamin C, research best for you
etc.
- DRY PACKETS- Soup, Cocoa, Coffee Packets, Tea Bags, Ramen (Noodles),
Boulion cubes(Chicken/Beef/Vegi)
- SEASONINGS- Salt, Peper, Sugar, Honey, Mustard, Catsup (Fast Food)
etc.
- HIGH PROTEIN: Beans, Rice, dried meat, small cans, fish, meat, etc.
- TREAT YOURSELF- Something you like... It will be a stressful time!
- FOOD PREPARATION- You will need to cook, heat or cut-up your
food
- MESS KIT- Small metal plate/pan w/handle, etc. for cooking and
eating.(Military/BoyScouts,etc)
- UTENCILS- Fork, Spoon, sharp knife, serving spoon long insulated
handle,
- COOKING METHOD- Sterno Can, Gas Burner, Pellet Stove, Mini Camp
Stove, Charcoal, etc.
- Recommendation: 2 separate waterproof containers with
matches(waterproof)
- CANNED GOODS- Meats, Vegetables, Fruits and favorites.
- FOOD STORAGE- Garbage and Zip-Lock Bags of various sizes
- REFUSE- Garbage Bags, think before you throw anything away...
- PROTECTION FROM ELEMENTS- This will vary dependent on where
you live.
- PROTECT YOURSELF- An illness or accident under stress could have
serious consequences.
- JACKET-Lightweight windbreaker- water resistant, 30-40 gallon
garbage bag in pocket.
- COAT-Weather Resistant Coat: Durable for winter in your location
(Insulated if Necessary)
- HAT- Protection from your head Full Brim or Baseball Cap(Sun,
Weather & Insects).
- EYE PROTECTION- Sunglasses: For eye protection(with lanyard),
goggles in snow country
- GLOVES- Leather work gloves, Insulated gloves for cold weather
- PANTS/SHORTS- Appropriate for area and time of year (pack spare)
- SHIRTS- Wool or Cotton Good, Layered if weather dictates, L/S or
SS.
- SWEATER- Consider one, makes good pillow.
- UNDERWEAR- pack spares(199%Cotton), Long-underwear(polystyrene)
for cold winter climate.
- FOOTWEAR- Sturdy Shoes, extra socks, Boots if appropriate
- SHELTER: Military Poncho/Shelter, Backpacker Tent, Space Blanket,
ground cloth, tarp.
- REST: Backpack Pad (Foam), Wool Blanket or LW Sleeping Bag
- TOWEL/WASHCLOTH- Towel(Medium to Large),
- RAIN GEAR: Appropriate for level and forcast for your geographic
area(including Southwester Hat or Hood).
- CLOTHING: Consider how many changes of clothing will be required
- COMMUNICATIONS- Information, Safety and Entertainment
- AM/FM WALKMAN TYPE RADIO- W/headphones (lightweight, longlife
alkaline batteries)
- CB TRANSCEIVER- Hand Held 40ch Radio with Alkaline Batteries
- FRS TRANSCEIVER- Family Radio Service (Not all channels of all
radios are the same)
- SCANNER- Portable, Pre-programed (keep list of frequncies and
info to program.(WX & Safety)
- VISUAL SIGNALS- Pocket Strobe, Flashlight, metal mirror,
whistle (plastic only)
- COMPASS- (If you think it will help, and you know how to use it)
- AMATEUR RADIO- Ham Radio HT (W/EXT RX) & QRP HF XCVR (W/Freq.
References)
- NOTE- Use same type batteries for a flashlight and radio if
possible
- HOME RADIO- Portable AM/FM AC & Battery Radio with Spare Batteries
for home use, use AC when present
- TELEPHONE- Cellular Phone/PCS- Often systems are locked out for use of
emergency personnel.
- ADDRESS BOOK- Small Personal Telephone List- Keep Change & Phone
Charge Card
- MARINE VHF RADIO- Coastal Areas: Marine VHF may be option.
- NOTE- Consider Joining Amateur Radio Emergency Groups: ARES, RACES,
MARS, etc.
- LIGHTING- Safety and Signaling
- FLASHLIGHT-Durable 2 or 3 "D" cell (Military Quality Best)- Plastic
with carrier or clip (reflective tape)
- BACK-UP FLASHLIGHT- AA battery type "Back-up" flashlight
(Durable construction)
- SPARE BATTERIES/BULBS- Alkaline Batteries and Bulbs for types you
have.
- NOTE: Small Solar Panel to Recharge AA Nicad Batteries, on top of
your pack will charge while you walk.
- CALUME STICK- Chemical Illumination, lasts about 12 hours.
- STROBE LIGHT- Personal.. Can be see for miles from aircraft.
- WATERPROOF LANTERN- With spare lamp and batteries for home use.
- Note: Try and have radios and lamps that use similar size batteries.
- PERSONAL HEALTH & FIRST AID-
- TRAINING- Take First Aid/CPR (minimum)
- PRESCRIPTION DRUGS- 30 day supply contact your doctor
- EYEGLASSES/HEARING AIDS- Spare Eyeglasses and Hearing Aid Batteries
- PERSONAL KIT(Same as you would take on Vacation Trip) comb,
toothpaste, brush, etc.
- VITAMINS- Reminder you will be under considerable stress
- FIRST AID KIT- Bigger the better with Inventory List. See
suggested inventory
- SPLINTER REMOVAL- Tweezers & Magnifying Glass
- BANDANA/HANKERCHIEF- Cotton Hankerchiefs(3) , Large Bandana and
Boxed Tissue (2 Travel Size)
- LUBRICANT- Vasoline (Tube)
- TOILET PAPER- Two rolls in separate Zip Lock Bags (Kleenex Travel
Packet)
- ELASTIC BANDAGE- Wrap Type with safety Pins
- PRE-PACKAGED HANDI WIPES- First Aid, Food Preparation and Comfort
- FOOT CARE- 2 pair clean socks(min), anti-fungal cream.
- SKIN CARE- Insect Repellent & Sunblock SPF 30 minimum
- AIDED VISION- Binoculars or monoculars to identify problems from
safe distance
- COMMERCE- CASH & 2 credit cards (divided 2 locations), jewelry
items hidden from view
- SECURITY- 2nd Wallet with small amount of money to give thief and
for small purchases.
- SEWING KIT- HD Thread (Cotton-Poly), 3 Needles, few buttons,
assorted safety-pins
- GAMES- Deck of Cards, Portable Chess/Checkers, mini video game,
Small Book
- NOTE- Conserve your energy and think positive thoughts.
- SANITATION- for Home Emergency Periods
- TOILET PAPER- Extra supply 12 rolls in garbage Bag & Boxed
- SOAP- Liquid Dish Soap, Powdered Detergent, Towelettes
- FOLDING SHOVEL-(Military Type) for digging latrine, rescue, etc.
- DISINFECTANT- Lysol, Hexall, etc.
- GARBAGE BAGS- Small, Medium and Large garbage bages(30-45gal 1.5mm)
- COVERED BUCKET- Plastic Bucket (3 to 5 gallon with lid & Handle)
- CLEANERS- "409" or similar cleaner,Sudsy Amonia and paper towels
and rags
- NOTE: Clean Hands are very important to stay well.
- TOOLS/MISC- For your Emergency Pack
- STORAGE BAG- Canvas/HD Nylon Tool Bag
- TIME- Watch with Day/Date, Battery Alarm Clock
- TOOLS- Pliers, Cutters, Philips/Std Screwdriver, Pocket Knife,
Leatherman Tool,Hack Saw Blade, Wire Saw, Shop Rag, Measure Tape
- REPAIR SUPPLIES- Silicon Seal, Instant Glue, Cable Ties, Foam Tape,
Super Glue, Rubber Bands, Duct Tape, Plumber's Tape, 2 Coat Hangers,
Electrical Tape, Stiff Wire, Electrical Wire, Duct Tape,
- REPAIR SUPPLIES- Roll Mono-filiament line, 25' Nylon Parachute Cord,
Twine, cable ties, 50' Rope(Optinal)
- TOOLS/MISC- HOME: Locate these items to help yourself or others
- UTILITY TURN OFF- Wrenchs to turn off water or gas (practice, keep
area clean)Written Instructions
- RESCUE/REPAIR- Crow Bar, or atleast a "Wonder Bar", small pry tool,
Axe or hatchet, saw, Folding Camp Shovel
- ROPE- 50' of 3/8-5/8 rope (hemp or poly)
- PROTECTIVE CLOTHING- Work Gloves, Sturdy Shoes & socks, Plastic
Hard Hat
- BUCKET W/LID- Heavy Duty Plastic Bucket w/lid (tool storage & seat too)
- GARBAGE BAGS- 30-45 gal(1.5mm), Large Kitchen, Zip-Lock 2 Sizes
- REPAIR SUPPLIES- 3 metal coat hangers, Duct Tape, Super Glue,
Electrical Tape
- FIRE EXTINGUISHER- Small ABC Fire Extinguisher
- DOCUMENTATION- Notepad with paper and pens inside Zip Lock Bag
- Can/Bottle Opener(duplicate)
- TOOLS- Claw Hammer with assortment of nails
- MAPS- Map of State, Map of Area, Topographic Map(Optional)
- ENTERTAINMENT- Pocket Book/Magazine for reading (or start fire)-Tape $20 Bill to
inside back page.
- HOME EMERGENCY SUPPLIES- Suggestions
- READY TO EAT:Canned Meats, Fruits, Juices, Soups and Vegetables
- STAPLES: Sugar, Salt, Pepper, Vegetable Oil, Rice, Beans, etc.
- HIGH ENERGY: Hard Candy, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Crackers, Food Bars,
Trail Mix
- MORE STAPLES: Wheat, Honey, Non-Fat Dry Milk, Cereal Hot/Cold,
Cookies
- DRINKS(Dry Powder): KoolAid, LemonAid, IceTea,
- DRINKS(Plastic Resealable Bottles): Ginger Ale, Coca Cola, Water,
Lemon-Lime
- FRUITS & NUTS: Raisins, Apples, peanuts, etc. Dried or Fresh
- DISPOSABLE ITEMS: Plates, Forks, Spoons, Knives, Napkins, Garbage
bags.
- STORAGE: Tin Foil, Zip Locks, Saran Wrap, Plastic Containers, etc.
- MEDICATIONS: Vitamins, Extra Prescripton Drugs, Spare Glasses,
Hearing Aid Batteries
- CONTAINERS: Keep things divided and protected from moisture.
- COOKING ITEMS: Appropriate Pots and Pans
- TRANSPORABILITY: Keep items in HD Cardboard Box or Plastic
Storage Boxes.
- COOLER: Store food items in plastic coolers, increases storage
life, useful as furniture
- REPLACEMENT OF FOOD- Continue to add to your supplies if possible
- REPLACEMENT FOOD/WATER- Keep on look out for clean water and
additional food.
- FISHING & HUNTING- Consider fishing or hunting materials if
appropriate.
- COMMERCE- Consider tradinhg cash or other items as barter for food.
- REMINDER- Keep the best food you can in your pack.
- REMINDER- Drink water or other liquids..otherwise you will
dehydrate.
- HOME FIRST AID KIT- Keep in compact box and add to Emergency
Pack
- BANDAGES- Assorted- Sterile Adhesive Bandages, Plastic/Cloth
- 5- 2" Sterile Gauze Pads
- 5- 4" Sterile Gauze Pads
- TAPE- Hypoallergenic adhesive tape
- 3-Triangular Bandage
- 3- Rolls 2" Sterile Roller bandages
- 3- Rolls 3" Sterile Roller Bandages
- SISSORS- Folding Scissors
- TWEEZERS/MAGNIFYING GLASS- Tweezers (good enough to do splinter!)
- STITCHING- Needle and Thread (maybe a few buttons too)
- CLEAN-UP- Moistened Towelettes
- Antiseptic
- Thermometer
- 2- Tongue Blades
- Vasoline or Petroleum Jelly
- Assorted- Safety Pins
- Cleansing Agent or Soap
- 3- Pair of Latex Gloves
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Skin Lotion
- NON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
- Aspirin/Non-Aspirin/Ibuprofen/ETC
- Anti-Diarrhea Medication
- Antacid- Liquid/Tablet
- Syrup of Ipecac (Use only if directed by DR or PCC)
- Laxative
- Activated Charcoal(Use only if directed by DR or PCC)
- Cough Drops
- Motion Sickness Tablets
- Tooth Ache Kit
- Nose & Eye Drops
- Others As Required
- SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
- SENIOR CITIZENS
- Prescription Drugs & Assistance Devices
- Diabetic Dietary and Insulin Needs
- Blood Pressure Pills, Diuretics and Heart conditions
- Denture Supplies
- NEWBORNS & BABIES
- Diapers and disposal
- Formula, Powdered milk, Bottles,etc.
- Medications
- PETS
- Food & Water (dish)
- Teather, leash, chain, collar, toy
- Clean-up Materials & Medication (Tranquilizer?)
- ENTERTAINMENT- Keep your Morale up!
- Games for all ages- Cards, Boad Game, Chess, Checkers,etc.
- Reading Matter- Books, Magazines
- Radio with Batteries
- Casette Tape recorder with duplicates of favorite tapes
- Small Picture Album- Copies of your favorite pictures so if
only it survives you would value it.
- Drawing Supplies- Paper, Eraser, Crayons, Coloring Book,etc.
- DOCUMENTATION- Copies of important documenmts and account
information
- PHOTOS/ETC- Small Photo Album- Photos, Important Address/Phone#s
and Document Copies
- SECURITY- Have Originals in safe secure place like bank vault or safe..
- DOCUMENTS- Passport, Insurance Policies, Contracts, Will, Deeds,
Stocks, etc.
- FINANCIAL- Bank Information: Acount Numbers, Lost Card#s and
reporting information
- HOUSEHOLD INVENTORY- Video Tape with audio track, 35mm photos, Stored
at Safety Deposit.
- ADDRESS BOOK- Family Photos (Small Alblum) & Video Copy
- COMPUTER DISK with .JPG files for photos and Scanned Documents
- PROTECTION- Protect in Baggies or document protector in small brief case.
- MISC- Other items or documents of importance.
- HOME & PERSONAL SECURITY- Emergencies Bring out the Best
and the Worst!
- This Section Under Construction
- MONITOR FOR INFORMATION- Radio & TV Stations for updates on
conditions
- PERSONAL SECURITY- Behavior, Procedures, Counter-measures
- PROTECTION- Storage of Valuables
- HOME SECURITY- Evacuated Area: Lock-up,Turn off water, secure
objects, etc.
- TYPE DISASTER- Earthquake, Hurricane, Fire Storm, Flood, etc.
- TELEPHONE- ONLY for URGENT/EMERGENCY communications
- STAY HOME(If it is safe to do so) no sightseeing, Keep aware of
local conditions.
- SAFETY- Use Stairways NOT Elevators, Power can fail at anytime.
- DO NOT TOUCH DOWNED POWER LINES- Assume they are LIVE!
- INFORMATION- Provide only FACTUAL information to NOT Rumors
- VEHICLE- Keep gas tank 3/4 full all the time 3 gal of gas
in approved storage can.
- DOCUMENTS- Have important papers in waterproof container ready to
take with you if you evacuate.
- STRUCTURE PROTECTION- Have pre-cut plywood and materials for
Hurricane/Storm Protection
- BUILDING RETROFIT- Consider- Hurricane/Earthquake retro-fit by a
licensed contractor.
- BUSINESS AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Under Construction
- This Document Will Be Revised Periodically
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