Emergency Management

Be Prepared, Be Safe: June 16-22 is Emergency Preparedness Week

June 17, 2013

Build an emergency preparedness kit and develop a comprehensive emergency plan – these are just a few suggestions the National Safety Council is offering during Emergency Preparedness Week.

Laura Walter

As part of National Safety Month this June, the National Safety Council (NSC) is promoting Emergency Preparedness Week June 16-22 to help citizens plan for emergencies of all types.

NSC recommends that every family should not only have a plan in case of an emergency, but should practice that plan at least twice a year. Plans should take the physical capabilities of family members in mind, including children and older adults.

Start by creating an emergency preparedness kit, which should include:

Water (one gallon per person, per day for at least three days)
Enough nonperishable food (for at least three days) and can opener
Battery-powered radio
Flashlight with extra batteries
First aid kit
Tool kit
Moist towelettes and garbage bags for sanitation
Plastic sheeting and duct tape
Cell phone and portable charger

As part of National Safety Month, NSC is calling on organizations, communities and the public to help share this information and encourage safe behaviors. Posters, tip sheets and crossword puzzles are available for free download.

About the Author

Laura Walter

Laura Walter was formerly senior editor of EHS Today. She is a subject matter expert in EHS compliance and government issues and has covered a variety of topics relating to occupational safety and health. Her writing has earned awards from the American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE), the Trade Association Business Publications International (TABPI) and APEX Awards for Publication Excellence. Her debut novel, Body of Stars (Dutton) was published in 2021.