Personal Workplace Disaster Supplies Kit
For the workplace, the following supplies are recommended by the Red Cross. To learn more, visit their website.
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Battery-powered radio
- Food - enough non-perishable items to last at least 1 day (preferably 3). Canned meals, meats, fruits and vegetables or high-energy foods such as granola or energy bars are good options.
- Water - at least one gallon of water available (more if possible).
- Medications - at least three-day’s supply of prescription medications as well as non-prescription medications including pain relievers.
- First Aid Supplies (bandages, gauze pads, hand wipes, antiseptic wipes, non-latex gloves, tape, anti-bacterial ointment, cold pack, scissors, tweezers, CPR breathing barrier, etc.
- Emergency “space” blanket (Mylar)
- Paper plates, cups and plastic utensils
- Non-electric can opener if utilizing canned foods
- Personal hygiene items such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, brush, soap, contact lens supplies and feminine supplies.
- Plastic garbage bags
- One complete change of clothing and footwear
- Extra pair of glasses
- Whistle
Each kit should be customized based on your own personal needs.