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Emergency Preparedness Kit
Each household should have an Emergency Preparedness Kit. The kit has an outline of the neighborhood plan of what to do in the event of a disaster as well as additional documents to help prepare for a disaster. Put these kits in a place you can quickly grab it.
BUILD YOUR KIT OR MAKE ANOTHER
Items to include in your kit:
Emergency Preparedness Kit
Plan
The Neighborhood Plan
In the event of an emergency, below is the plan and immediate steps to take.
After an emergency, the Bishop or a member of the bishopric will be at the Command Center within 1 hour after a disaster to coordinate all emergency operations. The Command Center is at the church meeting house on 10945 S. 1700 E.
Command Center
First Hour
1. Check on family
Family always comes first. Check on the safety of your family to ensure everyone is OK. Give first aid to anyone who needs it. Remember to stay safe.
2. Assess damage
Can you shelter in place? What will you need to make that possible? What damage is there?
3. Check utilities
If you have a gas leak (smell gas), water leak and/or no water pressure, turn those off. A power failure is usually area-wide. No need to turn the power off unless you have sparking, arcing or an electrical fire. Check all other utilities, both inside and outside.
4. Fill out the 10-minute survey
This is critical! Complete the 10-minute survey on your home. Then, complete the survey on your neighbors’ homes if they are not able to. The surveys assist in coordinating and allocating resources where needed. Put your survey in the red envelope provided (if you have it). Take your survey and any others you see to the Command Center. If you are not able to go to the Command Center, post it in a conspicuous place outside for someone else to grab.
5. Turn on radios
Put fresh batteries in your FRS radios (walkie-talkies) and AM/FM radios. Turn your FRS radio to channel 10-10. Using your FRS radio, report your condition and needs or abilities to help. This is after your 10-minute survey has been submitted. Implement your communication plan to locate family members. If you are able, go to the Command Center to help assist with the response to help where needed.
First Day
1. Assess your place of shelter
Check to see if you are able to stay at your home. Are you able to stay inside or outside? Assess all options you have.
2. Plan and prepare
Take an inventory of your needs and your ability to meet those needs. There may not be an organized response to help you as quickly as you wish. You should prepare for the next 24—72 hours to be on your own.
Plan and Prepare
Below are some quick tips of some checklist items to do before, during and after a disaster.
BEFORE
- Know where to shut off your gas, power and water
- Have an escape plan and meeting place
- Establish an out-of-town contact
- Expect relief from only what you have prepared yourself
- Have multiple copies of the 10 Minute Home Survey in a safe place
- Keep important documents in a safe place
DURING
- Get to a safe area or shelter
- Act quickly
- Don't panic
AFTER
- Assess the damage
- Take care of your family's needs first
- See which neighbors need help
- Fill out the 10 Minute Home Survey for your family and neighbors. Return the survey
- Ward Council and ward leaders will mobilize as soon as possible to provide assistance
- Prepare for the next 24-72 hours
Plan & Prepare
Download the Neighborhood Emergency Plan and other helpful documents to prepare and plan for an emergency. Click on the download links below.
Supporting Documents
Documents
Basic Storage List
Below is a short list of some basic storage tips.
Water
- One gallon of water per person, per day.
# People ____ x 30 days= ____ gallons
Food
- Create a 2-week menu plan of shelf-stable food, then buy double of everything to last 4 weeks.
Cooking
- Charcoal grill plus charcoal
- Propane camp stove and propane tanks. Other: Solar oven, burner that runs on cans of gas
Sanitation
- Have a good supply of plastic bags on hand.
- Remove the water from the toilet. (Don’t assume the sewer works.)
- Place a large, leaf-size plastic bag inside the toilet. Replace as needed. Or, use smaller bags inside the larger bag that can be changed often. Tie the top, and place in a closed garbage can.
____ # bags per person, per day X # in family = ____ X 30 days = ____ bags
- Keep all garbage covered. Don’t throw away or leave left-over food in the open. It will attract mice and rodents.
- Use paper plates and cups. They can be burned. Plastic only melts and gives off fumes.
Clothing
- Have clothing appropriate for all seasons. If there is no heat, then plan on bundling up. You may need extra blankets, sweaters, sweatshirts, etc.
Light Sources
- Keep a supply of glow sticks on hand for children. Batteries wear out. Have lanterns that use the latest LED technology for longer use of battery life. Have some head lamps.
Basic Storage List
Below is a list of websites that will help you prepare for a disaster. Click the logo to be taken to the website.
Resources
Resources
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