Better Safe than Sorry

1/10/2020 (Permalink)

Sometimes it’s hard to think on your feet in the middle of an emergency. That’s why it’s good to plan ahead. We at SERVPRO use an ERP (Emergency Ready Program). To hear more about it contact us at 540-423-6688 or office@SERVPRO10476.com. In the mean time, here are some tips to be emergency ready if something ever goes wrong while you’re in the car!

• Mini First Aid Kit: Gauze Pads, Alcohol Swabs, Moist Towels, Medical Tape, Band-Aids, Neosporin
• Mini Tool Kit: Screwdrivers, Pliers, Adjustable Wrench, Pocket Knife, pen and paper
• Mini Emergency Kit: Flashlight with extra batteries, Duck Tape, Weather Radio, Map, Fire Starter, Tea Candles, Seat Belt Cutter and Window Breaker, Fire Extinguisher, Whistle, Pepper Spray
• For Cold Weather: Ice Scraper, Salt/Sand/Kitty Litter, Mini Shovel, Hand/Toe Warmers, Blanket,
• For Tire: Spare Tire, Tire Pressure Gauge, Block of Wood/Brick, Tire Iron/Lug Wrench,/Torque Wrench, Jack (under the jackpoint),Tire Inflator and Sealer
• Work On Car: Jumper Cables, Portable Battery, Emergency Flares, Working Gloves, Hand Towel, Gas Can, Red Bandana/Neon Vest
• For Warm Weather: Anti Freeze/Coolant, Motor Oil, Transmission Fluid, Brake Fluid, Power Steering Fluid, Windshield Wiper Fluid,
• For you in Car: Gallon of Water, Snacks, Car Phone Charger, Emergency Money, Spare Clothes, Book/Cards
• For EMT: List of Emergency Contact, List of Medications, List of Allergies

https://lifehacker.com/30-essential-things-you-should-keep-in-your-car-1263514115

https://www.idrivesafely.com/driving-resources/how-to/drive-in-extreme-heat/

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/winter-storm.html