Incident Planning, Response, and Recovery Manual The George Washington University Campuses, Graduate Education Centers, and Strategic Partners

Expectations During an Incident On a Personal Level >> You should decide whether to put together an emergency preparedness kit to support yourself during protracted incidents. This is especially important if you are “designated personnel:” Make arrangements to receive your pay through direct deposit to minimize disruptions. Keep duplicate prescription medications at the office (72 hour supply) as well as at home. Keep a flashlight at the office (with extra batteries) and maybe a battery-powered radio. Keep a blanket, change of clothes and comfortable footwear in your automobile or office. Keep some bottled water. Change the water every six months. Keep some basic first-aid supplies. Find someone (in advance) to pick-up your family during an incident if they normally rely on you for transportation. Ask an out-of-state friend or relative to be your family’s contact (in case local communications are disrupted). Then all family members can call them and report their locations and condition.   << BACK: Hazardous Materials /// NEXT: Considerations for Individuals with Disabilities >> Complete Table of Contents

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