DISASTER SKILLS & PROTOCOLS

• Water: Access to clean drinking water is crucial. Boil, filter, or purify water if necessary1.
• Food: Secure non-perishable food supplies and learn to forage or farm.
• Shelter: Find or create safe shelter to protect from the elements.

• First Aid: Have a first aid kit and knowledge of basic medical care.
• Sanitation: Maintain hygiene to prevent infections.
• Security: Establish safe zones and protect against potential threats.

• Build Alliances: Form groups for mutual support and resource sharing.
• Communication: Establish reliable methods to communicate within the community.

• Survival Skills: Learn essential survival skills like fire-making, hunting, and fishing.
• Agriculture: Relearn farming techniques to ensure a sustainable food supply.
• Science and Technology: Preserve and apply scientific knowledge to rebuild infrastructure.

• Leadership: Establish a leadership structure to make decisions and maintain order.
• Laws and Norms: Develop and enforce rules to ensure fairness and cooperation.

• Teach the Next Generation: Pass on knowledge and skills to ensure long-term survival.
• Innovate: Encourage creativity and problem-solving to improve living conditions.

• Support Systems: Create support networks to help people cope with trauma.
• Routine: Establish routines to provide a sense of normalcy and stability.

1. First Aid and CPR: Learn basic first aid and CPR to provide immediate medical assistance.
2. Fire Safety: Know how to use a fire extinguisher and understand fire evacuation procedures.
3. Self-Defense: Basic self-defense techniques can help protect yourself and others.
4. Navigation: Learn to use a map and compass, and understand GPS technology.
5. Water Purification: Know how to purify water to make it safe for drinking.
6. Shelter Building: Learn how to build temporary shelters using natural materials.
7. Foraging and Hunting: Basic skills in foraging for edible plants and hunting for food can be crucial.
8. Basic Tool Use: Familiarize yourself with using tools like knives, axes, and ropes.

1. Emergency Plans: Develop and practice an emergency plan for your household or community.
2. Evacuation Routes: Identify and practice evacuation routes from your home and workplace.
3. Communication Plan: Establish a communication plan with family members and neighbors.
4. Emergency Kits: Prepare emergency kits with essential supplies like water, food, first aid supplies, and important documents.
5. Shelter-in-Place: Know how to shelter-in-place during events like chemical spills or severe weather.
6. Incident Command System (ICS): Familiarize yourself with the Incident Command System for coordinated response efforts.
7. Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards and plan accordingly.
8. Community Drills: Participate in community drills to practice response to different disaster scenarios.

By developing these skills and protocols, you can better prepare yourself and your community for emergencies.

Ensuring protection from others and maintaining safety is crucial in a post-disaster scenario. Here are some key steps to help safeguard your community:

• Perimeter Defense: Set up barriers or fences to secure your area and create checkpoints to monitor entry and exit points.
• Patrols: Organize regular patrols to deter potential threats and monitor for any suspicious activities.

• Designated Shelters: Identify and designate safe areas within your community where people can gather in case of an emergency.
• Emergency Plans: Develop and practice emergency plans for different scenarios, including natural disasters and potential attacks.

• Collaboration: Work together with trusted community members to form watch groups that can respond quickly to any threats.
• Communication: Establish a reliable communication system, such as walkie-talkies or signaling methods, to keep everyone informed.

• Basic Self-Defense: Provide training sessions on basic self-defense techniques for community members to protect themselves.
• Use of Tools: Teach the responsible and safe use of tools and weapons for protection if necessary.

• First Aid Kits: Ensure you have well-stocked first aid kits and medical supplies to treat injuries promptly.
• Emergency Supplies: Stockpile essential supplies such as food, water, and emergency tools.

• Trust Building: Foster a sense of trust and cooperation within the community to create a unified front.
• Conflict Resolution: Develop methods for resolving conflicts peacefully to maintain harmony.

• Information Sharing: Keep everyone updated on potential threats and safety measures through regular briefings and meetings.
• Local Knowledge: Utilize local knowledge to understand the unique challenges and threats specific to your area.

Ensuring the safety and protection of your community requires vigilance, preparation, and cooperation. By taking these steps, you can create a more secure environment for everyone.