University Disaster Kit
This list was developed from FEMA's Ready.gov website. Quantities and amounts were adjusted to account for a student living in a resident hall setting.
Family or Personal Plan
- Develop a Personal/Family Plan
- Review the Web site.
- Take Note of your building's floor plan and exit routes.
- Participate in fire drills and safety training programs.
- Make note of the meeting place for our unit or department.
- Keep a flashlight and battery-operated radio nearby.
- Build a Disaster Preparedness Kit.
- Locate the nearest fire extinguisher and fire alarm. Learn to use a fire extinguisher. (CCERT conducts this training every year.)
- Know where to find university emergency information and basic first aid materials.
Basic Kit
- Water, 2-3 bottles
- Food, at least a one day supply of non-perishable food
- Flashlight and extra batteries, battery powered weather radio
- First aid kit
- Whistle to signal for help and a reflective belt
- Dust mask
- Moist towelettes for personal sanitation
- Cell phone with chargers
- Personal medical supplies, personal hygiene products