Preparedness and planning resources have been a main topic of conversation on this site for quite some time. Preparedness is worth investing time into in order to ensure the safety and security for yourself and your family. In addition to taking the necessary steps to prepare a household for emergencies, it’s also important to establish […]
Category: Preparedness Basic & Advanced
Introduction to Emergency Kits (like BOBs, INCH, GHB, IFAK, EDC, and GOOD bags)
From my experience working in disaster response, I know the work and thought that goes into running a shelter during a disaster. Emergency management workers try very hard to make shelters safe and comfortable. However, the lack of privacy, resources, and independence makes me pretty hesitant to choose to go to a shelter as long […]
Biblical Quotes on Preparedness
After the earlier post, I figured I should show some Biblical Quotes on Preparedness. Genesis 6:21 “And remember; take enough food for your family and for all the animals”. God could have easily provided enough food every day for all people and animals on board, but He had Noah prepare ahead of time. God told […]
Urban Search and Rescue Door Markings
I do not like everything the US Federal Government does (but what’s new there)… However, they do get some things right on occasion. In my opinion, the CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) program is one of them. I have written about CERT before. Basically CERT educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that could […]