Shelter in Place Guidelines
When it is necessary to shelter in place there are a information you should have and do;
Communication Equipment
have communication devices capable of receiving local news updates and any alerts that go out.
keep your communication devices charged.
Emergency Equipment
Flashlight with spare batteries
First Aid Kit (Contents see Addendum)
Water and Non-Perishable food. These include can goods such as soup, tuna fish, vegetables, and sauces. Pasta and rice are also a good staple food. You should have food for the expected duration of the event.
Personnel Care Items
Sufficient amounts of the following supplies are on hand
Toilet Paper.
Paper towels.
Personal hygiene items.
Disinfectants.
Chlorine bleach.
Personnel medicine (a two-week supply is recommended)
Hand Sanitizer
Pets
Food for your pet (a two-week supply is recommended)
Pet medications required
Bowls and leashes
Carriers
First Aid Kit Contents
Adhesive tape and bandages in assorted sizes are on-hand.
Safety pins in assorted sizes are in the shelter.
There is a supply of latex gloves in the shelter.
Scissors and Tweezers are available.
Antiseptic solutions and antibiotic ointments are in the emergency kit.
A supply of moistened towelettes are on-hand.
A supply of non-prescription drugs (e.g. aspirin and non-aspirin pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medications, antacids, syrups of ipecac, laxatives) are available.
Petroleum jelly is available in the emergency kit.
Eye drops are available.
Thermometers are available.
During this event the Covid 19 outbreak we still have the availability to use power to charge your electronic devices and stay in touch. We should also consider if there was a power failure how we were going to stay connected to the world. There is running water everywhere in New York City so just remember that if you run out of bottled water you can still fill used bottles from your tap and drink the water. Food sources are available locally and you can get meals delivered. There is no need to hoard items. Get what you need, and it will become available in the next week or so. At this point the most important thing you can do is wash your hands and if you have a fever or symptoms isolate yourself and call your doctor.
When an emergency happens at your facility or home, the first decision to make is whether to evacuate or take shelter. If ordered to shelter it is important to have sufficient supplies and equipment on-hand to support the needs of your family and visitors for periods ranging from several hours to several days. Use this checklist to determine if you have the necessary material on hand.
Communication Equipment:
Communication devices/smart phones capable of receiving NOAA and news local news updates.
Cell phones and/or satellite telephones have been tested and their limitations noted.
There are portable generators on hand with vented exhaust systems that can supply power during an emergency
Emergency Equipment:
There are battery-powered or hand cranked flashlights, or glow sticks stored in the shelter area.
Fire extinguishers, blankets in case we lose power.
First-Aid Supplies including:
Adhesive tape and bandages in assorted sizes are on-hand.
Safety pins in assorted sizes.
There is a supply of latex gloves.
Scissors and Tweezers are available.
Antiseptic solutions and antibiotic ointments are in the emergency kit.
A supply of moistened towelettes are on-hand.
A supply of non-prescription drugs (e.g. aspirin and non-aspirin pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medications, antacids, syrups of ipecac, laxatives) are available.
Petroleum jelly is available in the emergency kit.
Eye drops are available.
Wooden splints are included in the emergency supply kit.
Thermometers are available.
Cotton towels are available.
Water and Non-Perishable Food:
There are adequate amounts of food and water for duration of the expected event(s) and number of personnel expected to seek shelter.
Sanitary Supplies:
Sufficient amounts of the following supplies are on hand
Toilet Paper.
Paper towels.
Personal hygiene items.
Disinfectants.
Chlorine bleach.
Plastic bags.