It is recommended that students, faculty, staff and their families start learning about emergency planning. Having a plan with your family in the case of disruptions to school or work are important. Here is a preparedness checklist with the minimum items recommended if possible:
Two-week supply of nonperishable food Examples: canned food items/dry foods and a way to open these foods (can opener) |
Two-week supply of water and fluids with electrolytes Examples: Gatorade and Powerade |
Two months supply of all necessary prescription and non-prescription medications Examples: fever-reducing medications (ibuprofen or acetaminophen), pain relievers, decongestants, anti-diarrheal medication, cough drops |
Other medical supplies Examples: thermometer, heat and/or ice pack, facial tissues |
Sanitation products Examples: disinfectant wipes, hand soap, hand sanitizer (alcohol content of 60% or higher), household liquid bleach, laundry detergent |
Two-week supply of hygiene products and toiletries Examples: shampoo, toothpaste, soap, toilet paper, feminine products |
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Emergency contact information Examples: contact person if medical decisions need to be made, doctor’s phone number |
Copies of personal documents Examples: your medication list, pertinent medical information, passport |
Entertainment Examples: books or other means to entertain yourself should you need to quarantine yourself |
Additional sources to help start the emergency planning conversation: