Ready PA Workplace Emergency Kit Checklist

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  • Food: Include enough non-perishable food to sustain you for at least one day. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking, and little or no water. The following items are suggested:
    • Ready-to-eat canned meals, meats, fruits, and vegetables.
    • Canned juices.
    • High-energy foods (granola bars, energy bars, etc.)
  • Water: At least one gallon recommended. Store water in plastic containers such as soft drink bottles. Avoid using containers that will decompose or break, such as milk cartons or glass bottles.)
  • Flashlight with extra batteries
  • Battery-powered radio
  • Medications
    Include usual non-prescription medications that you take, including pain relievers, stomach remedies, etc. If you use prescription medications, keep at least three-day's supply of these medications at your workplace. Consult with your physician or pharmacist how these medications should be stored, and your employer about storage concerns.
  • First Aid Supplies
    If your employer does not provide first aid supplies, have the following essentials:
    • (20) adhesive bandages, various sizes
    • (1) 5" x 9" sterile dressing
    • (1) conforming roller gauze bandage
    • (2) triangular bandages
    • (2) 3 x 3 sterile gauze pads
    • (2) 4 x 4 sterile gauze pads
    • (1) roll 3" cohesive bandage
    • (2) germicidal hand wipes or waterless alcohol-based hand sanitizer
    • (6) antiseptic wipes
    • (2) pair large medical grade non-latex gloves
    • Adhesive tape, 2" width
    • Anti-bacterial ointment
    • Cold pack
    • Scissors (small, personal)
    • Tweezers
    • CPR breathing barrier, such as a face shield
  • Tools and Supplies
  • Emergency blanket
  • Paper plates and cups, plastic utensils
  • Non-electric can opener
  • Personal hygiene items, including a toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, brush, soap, contact lens supplies, and feminine supplies
  • Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
  • Include at least one complete change of clothing and footwear, including a long sleeved shirt and long pants, as well as closed-toed shoes or boots
  • If you wear glasses, keep an extra pair with your workplace disaster supplies
  • Important work documents, files, and equipment necessary to accomplish the essential functions of your job from another location.
  • General Information
  • Your kit should be adjusted based on your own personal needs
  • Do not include candles, weapons, toxic chemicals, or controlled drugs unless prescribed by a physician