Without priorities or guidelines, it is impossible to create goals or a plan. With
limited budgets Emergency preparedness purchases must often be prioritized
and spread out over time. Our Emergency Supply guidelines allow you to do just
that.
The following guidelines were created so schools and businesses could also
measure their level of preparedness. Take advantage of our Disaster First Aid
Supply Worksheet below to create some realistic numbers for your site.
First Aid is the number one priority after any disaster. Food and water can wait, injuries won't. The Disaster First Aid Supply Worksheet below is suggested for every 150 persons at your site. After analyzing what injuries you could expect, we developed a list of practical first aid supplies in quantities that will allow you to treat the expected number of injured that a large emergency may create. Remember, the supplies should match the level of training of the rescuer. Be very cautious of companies trying to sell you Emergency kits that contain products that have been out of protocol for over 3 years. The following, is a list of those items: Hydrogen Peroxide, Alcohol, Ammonia Inhalants, Butterfly bandages, Syrup of Ipecac. Here is why. Peroxide increases bacteria growth, damages tissue, slows healing. Alcohol damages tissue. Ammonia Inhalants can cause allergic reactions, difficulty breathing. Butterflies can close in the bacteria to increase infection. Syrup of Ipecac induces vomiting which can be aspirated into the lungs. Stretchers Along with first aid supplies, stretchers should be a top priority. This is one item almost all sites never have enough of. You must have stretchers to safely and efficiently move victims. Your stretcher should be lightweight, strong, and have the ability to be disinfected between rescues. Our LifeLite Emergency Stretcher is the preferred choice. Light Urban Search & Rescue Bags/Supplies The second problem confronting your staff will be the locating and rescuing of lightly trapped victims. Our training teaches them how, our supplies will allow them to perform quickly and safely. From hard hats to knee pads and pry bars are just some of the tools you'll need to succeed. Created by professional firefighters, these supplies are a realistic solution. Water Storage The third concern is water. To store quantities large enough for your site the most economical method is barrels. A 55 gal. barrel will provide 3 days of minimum drinking water for approximately 48 persons. After the initial cost of the barrel , pump, bung wrench and water treatment your only outlay comes again in 5 yrs. when you need to dump the water, refill and retreat. When buying a pump to distribute your water there are two considerations. Are you going to distribute the water at the barrel, if so, you need a hand pump that is adjustable between 4 and 8 oz. per stroke. If you are going to pump water into another container to distribute at a different location then you would want a siphon pump. The siphon pump does not work well filling up drinking cups. Most of your water will spill. All water has bacteria in it, unless it has been purified and sterilized. Bacteria grows with heat and light. After a few months the bacteria can reach levels that could make you ill. To insure safe drinking water and to avoid rotation and dumping your water storage every few months, plan on per-treating with a product called "Water Preserver". This FDA approved treatment will provide you with 5 years storage in approved (air tight) containers. Bleach should only be used as a last resort as a result of poor planning. Bleach is not designed for consumption. It does not provide long term storage capability. To treat questionable drinking water the day of the disaster, be prepared to either boil at a roll for 5 minutes or use "Water Purification Tablets". They come 50 tablets to a bottle, each tablet will treat 1 quart of water. The tablets have a one year shelf life if the bottle is opened. Unopened they have a 4 year shelf life. Water Pouches are another option. They are purified and sterilized in 4 oz. high-tech packaging guaranteeing a 5 year shelf life. Not practical for large water storage needs, but perfect for kits, desks, and autos. |
Disaster First Aid Supply Worksheet
The following medical supplies are suggested for every 150 persons at your
site. After analyzing what injuries you could expect, we developed a list of
practical disaster first aid supplies in quantities that will allow you to treat the
expected number of injured that a large disaster may create. Figure the
number of people at your site and divide by 150 to get your multiplier.
Example: 600 people divided by 150=4 (use this number to determine how
many you need of each item).
The following medical supplies are suggested for every 150 persons at your
site. After analyzing what injuries you could expect, we developed a list of
practical disaster first aid supplies in quantities that will allow you to treat the
expected number of injured that a large disaster may create. Figure the
number of people at your site and divide by 150 to get your multiplier.
Example: 600 people divided by 150=4 (use this number to determine how
many you need of each item).
| Your number of people_______/150= _______ Multiplier. Stretchers- for transporting the injured (2) x_______=______ Vinyl gloves (pr.)- protection from body fluids (50) x_______=______ Trauma dressings 5x9- for control of severe bleeding (15) x_______=______ Gauze dressings 4x4- for control of moderate bleeding (15) x_______=______ Triangular bandages- for arm slings/pressure dressings (15) x_______=______ Gauze roll bandages 2"- for securing dressings (10) x_______=______ Band-aids- for small scrapes (25) x_______=______ Leg cardboard splints- stabilizing fractures (25) x_______=______ Arm cardboard splints- stabilizing fractures (4) x_______=______ Ice packs- to reduce swelling from bumps and bruises (5) x_______=______ Burn gel bottle- treatment of burns (1) x______=_______ Sterile water packs 4 oz.- flushing wounds (20) x_______=______ First aid tape- securing bandages and dressings (5) x________=______ Duct tape- used for triage tags and securing splints (1) x________=______ Survival thermal blankets- treatment of shock (10) x_______=______ Paramedic scissors- heavy duty cutting of clothing (2) x_______=______ Tweezers-removing glass and wood splinters (1) x______=______ Antiseptic wipes-cleansing minor wounds (100) x______=______ First aid guides- provides treatment measures (2) x_______=_______ |
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