#  Capt Philip R Buckley

7 September 05

## Emergency Services Class

(Preparedness)

What are the supplies you pack to go to an air show for the weekend?

-   Sleeping bag & pillow

-   Sunscreen

-   BDU's w/ cover

-   Bug repellant

-   Watch

-   Toiletries

-   Canteens/camelback/equivalent w/water

-   Flashlight

-   Sunglasses

-   Jacket/sweatshirt

Why do you pack all of these?

They are needed to accomplish the mission.

What are the missions within Emergency Services?

Search and Rescue

Disaster Relief

Homeland Security (Civil Defense)

For Search and Rescue, what items should you have packed in your Ground
Team pack?

24 hour pack

1\) On your person:

a\) Complete BDU uniform with BDU cap. The BDU cap may be replaced by a
hard hat or bright colored cap based on mission needs.

b\) Notepad and pencil (T)

> c\) All CAP Identification, including 101 card, 76 card, First Aid
> card, etc.
>
> d\) Watch
>
> e\) Handkerchief or Tissues
>
> f\) Vest, reflective, orange
>
> g\) Comb or brush (optional, carry if needed)
>
> h\) Ground Team Member's Handbook
>
> i\) Signal Mirror
>
> j\) Whistle
>
> k\) Pocket or utility-type knife, multipurpose with can opener. Swiss
> Army knives, Leatherman, or Gerber Tools are recommended.

2\) Daypack (preferably red or orange), webbed gear, or other
SAR/Survival Vest (T) containing:

a\) First Aid Kit, stored in zip-lock bag or other waterproof container,
recommended that it consists of the following:

> \(1\) 2 Antiseptic cleansing pads
>
> \(2\) Antiseptic ointment
>
> \(3\) 6 Band-Aids, various sizes
>
> \(4\) Moleskin, 2" X 4"
>
> \(5\) Roller bandage
>
> \(6\) 2 Safety pins, large
>
> \(7\) 4 gauze pads
>
> \(8\) 1 Triangular Bandage
>
> \(9\) Tape, first aid

\(10\) Any personal medication (your team leader should know what you
have and where you carry it.)(T)

> \(11\) Rubber surgical gloves (two pair minimum)

b\) Survival Kit, stored in zip-lock bag or other waterproof container,
consisting of:

\(1\) Duct tape, 5-10 feet (does not need to be a whole role. May be
wrapped around a stick.

> \(2\) Leaf bag, large
>
> \(3\) 12 wooden, waterproofed matches (T)
>
> \(4\) Match container, waterproof, with striking surface
>
> \(5\) 1 Chemical Light Stick, Green (T)
>
> \(6\) 50' of nylon line (paracord or similar line).

c\) SAR Equipment stored in zip-lock bags, consisting of:

> \(1\) Change of socks (T)
>
> \(2\) Flagging Tape, 1 roll
>
> \(3\) Flashlight (with red or blue lens), with spare bulb and
> batteries
>
> \(4\) Spare flashlight (penlight will do) (T)
>
> \(5\) Insect repellent
>
> \(6\) Lip balm, with sunscreen.
>
> \(7\) Sunscreen lotion
>
> \(8\) Tissue Paper (T)

\(9\) Work Gloves, leather (T)

> \(10\) Interviewing Form(s), blank
>
> \(11\) 4 Moist Towelettes, clean, in foil wrapper
>
> (12 Change for phone calls, calling card, or cellular phone (T) to
> call mission base
>
> d\) 2 meals (T)
>
> e\) Shelter Material, preferably 8' X 10' (spare military poncho meets
> the need)
>
> f\) Coat for appropriate climate, if necessary (in pack if not wearing
> it)(T)
>
> g\) Poncho, (T)

h\) Canteen(s) to carry 2 quarts of water (Some wings require their
personnel to have at least one one-quart canteen on a belt while the
other is stored in the field pack. At least one quart of water must be
carried by all personnel)(T)

> i\) Compass Pouch, containing compass, lensatic or orienteering
> (orienteering preferred). Compass should have a "glow in the dark"
> dial.

b\. Extended duration pack: a backpack (preferably with frame) (T)
containing:

1\) Tent (optional, if you are sharing a tent with someone else who is
carrying it) (T)

2\) Spare rank and CAP cutouts (for cadets)

3\) 5 meals (T)

4\) 2 Leaf Bags, large

5\) Bag, waterproof (T), containing:

\(a\) Spare uniform,

\(b\) Underwear and socks, 3 changes (T)

6\) Sleeping pad, foam or inflatable.

7\) Spare boot laces.

8\) Kit, sewing, with spare buttons.

9\) Shoe Shine Kit

10\) Toilet Kit, that should contain:

> \(a\) Toothbrush and paste (T)
>
> \(b\) Shaving Kit (if you shave) (T)
>
> \(c\) Deodorant (T)
>
> \(d\) Washcloth and soap (T)
>
> \(e\) Towel (T)

11\) Sleeping Bag or Bedroll appropriate to climate (T)

Earthquake supply list:

**Earthquake Supply & Equipment Checklist:**

-   Work gloves

-   Ax - weighing at least 6 lbs.

-   Shovel - both flat head and pointed

-   Broom

-   Hammer and nails

-   Screwdrivers

-   Crowbar or Claw Tool - 36\" or longer

-   Plastic sheeting rolls

-   Plastic garbage bags - heavy duty, 30 gallon or larger

-   Small and large plastic bags

-   Coils of rope and wire

-   Tent - family sized

-   Tarp - PVC or canvas, minimum of two, 8\' x 10\'

-   Sleeping bags

-   Cheesecloth to strain particles from water

-   Cash - small bills and coins

-   Dry food

-   Water

-   Clothing

-   Walking shoes and socks

-   Local road maps

-   Fire extinguisher - a dry chemical type is recommended with a size
    rating of 2A- IOBC, with an earthquake restraining strap, a hose
    type nozzle and a metal head

-   Compass

-   Flashlight w/ batteries, or chemical light sticks matches in a
    waterproof container

-   Small radio, battery-powered

-   Entertainment - family pictures, notebooks and games