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Family Van Emergency Kit

Posted by sew4tejhtr6ier Rabu, 05 Desember 2012 0 komentar

I like to refer to my teeny bit of paranoia as "preparedness". With three kids and husband, it's always a good idea to keep your emergency kits up to date. So after a few years of watching Man vs. Wild and MacGyver, I've come up with a few kits I hope will help if anything unexpected occurs. Hee hee, maybe I'd better consult the recommendations of www.ready.gov/build-a-kit as opposed to a fictional, albeit awesome TV show.
I have several emergency preparedness kits & locations; the basement tornado kit, the quick kit in my purse, the hubby's "working man" kit, the emergency pantry, and more. Today, I am going to share with you my on-the-go Family Van Emergency Kit.

Family Van Emergency Kit
I need this kit to be multifaceted. It has to meet the small needs that may arise (hungry kids, headache, etc.), or if necessary become a survival kit. I needed the perfect grab-and-go case, and what works better than a double decker cooler bag? Heh heh, I thought my "brilliant" idea of was one-of a-kind creative until I ran across a couple other bloggers with cooler emergency kits. Well, let's just go with "great minds think alike". Lol, it makes me feel less sheepish.

Tips For Filling Your Kit
Shop the camping department of your favorite store to find everything you need. An outdoor store is best, but Walmart is cheaper.
You wouldn't believe how much stuff you can cram into such a small space! I divided items into like groups by putting them in tiny craft baggies and labeling them, it helps you find things quickly without rummaging through tons of stuff. Baggies are also a good idea for waterproofing, if your kit gets wet or something moisture rich decides to burst, you won't have drowned your entire kit rendering it a useless mess.

Van Emergency Kit Contents:

Food Storage Area –upper compartment

Non-perishable food items,
Cup & camper seasonings, paper towels
Gatorade packets, water packets

Injury, Illness, & Pain Management –main compartment

Aspirin, non aspirin, Ibuprofen, antacid
Bandages, & adhesive tape, neosporin
Alcohol swabs, disposable gloves
Children’s Tylenol
Activated charcoal
Thermometer
Cough drops, zinc tablets, Emergen-C
Anti-itch ointment, sun & insect spray

Personal Products – main compartment

Feminine products
Mints, wisp mini brush,
Chapstick, petroleum jelly tube

Small Tools & Sewing – container in main compartment

Needles, safety pins, thread, small scissors
Nail file, clipper, scraper, & tweezers
Superglue, glasses kit, & spare glasses/contacts
Clothing stain stick

Extreme Survival –main compartment

Water purification tabs & liquid storage bags
¼” x 50’ poly rope
Emergency poncho’s, windbreakers, & blanket
Emergency whistles
Lightstick, flashlight
Matches, + waterproof, flint
Multitool, nails
Compass/whistle/thermometer
Handwarmers
Campers toilet paper & paper towel

General/Misc. –side & front compartments

Napkins, & plastic utensils
Plastic bags
Sharpie, pen, & paper
Antibacterial wet wipes, & dish soap

Keep Up Your Wit & Kit
Ok, I have been in enough weird random situations to know that preparedness is half the battle. Keep yourself educated, be well informed in addition to having the necessary tools. Oh, and watching Survivor Man doesn't count. Review certain basic emergency procedures from time to time; know CPR, know the signs of stroke or heart attack, know what to do in a natural disaster, keep a booklet with emergency basics handy.
The other important thing is to keep all your emergency kits up to date. Change out medications that may expire, restock used items immediately, etc.
My philosophy, better to be safe than sorry!

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