First Aid And Emergency Preparedness

Im trying to find a First aid kid for a jr fireman. I am a boy scout with first aid and emergency preparedness merit badge so i know what to do with just about everything first aid wise, im just looking for a good all around kit for just about anything. It will probably be used most for things like car accidents, but it has to be good for just about anything. If it would be a kit that i would have to add some stuff to that would be fine too. Any suggestions would be nice. (try and keep under $150)
i have been looking at this one http://www.galls.com/style.html?assort=g eneral_catalog&style=TK079 any suggestions are appreciated, thanks
I understand to leave it to the professionals but if im the first person there i will be helping the person especially because i know what to do. And a car accident is just the first thing that came to mind, im just looking for suggestions for an all around first aid kit for just about anything. Im looking for suggestions, not advice on what to do because i know that When paramedics arrive to get out of the way and let them do their job, but being a Jr fireman i usually am the first person there. I know to get out of the way

Please leave the car accidents to the Profession firefighters and Paramedics. Nothing we hate more than some citizen trying to help and just getting in our way. Plus your likely to get injured also. Nothing is more dangerous than being out on a car accident in the middle of a street or highway.

Sorry didn't mean to come off as an ass. You must be from a small town with a volunteer fire dept. I'm not sure what you mean by Jr. fireman is it the same as a cadet or POC? Do you belong to the local fire dept. If so you could probably get everything you want from their ambulance and just buy an empty bag to put it all in instead of buying overpriced medical supplies from galls. You could also try thefirestore.com they usually have better prices than galls.

2011-03-15 12:51:00 by

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I am a paramedic, first responder, law enforcement cadet, and generally well educated human being.

I'm looking into upgrading my disaster kits from my three day in-the-car kit, and my approximately-one-week kit at home.

In the car kit-
food (MRE style)
water
flashlight system
emergency radio system
extra clothing and blankets PRN
first aid kit with n95 masks
Fire extinguisher
prescription and necessary OTC medications
Emergency Documents
Portable toileting needs
Emergency Hygiene needs

Home Emergency Kit
Water sufficient for animal, people
Bleach for foraging for fresh-ish water
MRE style food
Pet food
Canned heat and cooking pot for boiling water
Flashlights
Chem sticks
Hygiene items
Emergency toilet preparations
Extra clothes, extra blankets
Emergency radio
Stored in food-safe containers (can be used to store potable water in eme)
plastic sheeting, duct tape
n95 masks
Shovel, work gloves

I'm looking for a more complete list, or for suggestions.

Food and Water
(A three day supply of food and water, per person, when no refrigeration or cooking is available)

* Protein/Granola Bars
* Trail Mix/Dried Fruit
* Crackers/Cereals (for munching)
* Canned Tuna, Beans, Turkey, Beef, Vienna Sausages, etc ("pop-top" cans that open without a can-opener might not be a good idea, read this warning from one site visitor.)
* Canned Juice
* Candy/Gum
* Water (1 Gallon/4 Liters Per Person)

Bedding and Clothing

* Change of Clothing (short and long sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, socks, etc.)
* Undergarments
* Rain Coat/Poncho
* Blankets and Emergency Heat Blanks (that keep in warmth)
* Cloth Sheet
* Plastic Sheet

Fuel and Light

* Battery Lighting (Flashlights, Lamps, etc.) Don't forget batteries!
* Extra Batteries
* Flares
* Candles
* Lighter
* Water-Proof Matches

Equipment

* Can Opener
* Dishes/Utensils
* Shovel
* Radio (with batteries!)
* Pen and Paper
* Axe
* Pocket Knife
* Rope

Personal Supplies and Medication

* First Aid Supplies
* Toiletries (roll of toilet paper- remove the center tube to easily flatten into a zip-lock bag, feminine hygiene, folding brush, etc.)
* Cleaning Supplies (mini hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo, dish soap, etc.)
* Immunizations Up-to Date
* Medication (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, children's medication etc.)
* Prescription Medication (for 3 days)

Personal Documents and Money
(Place these items in a water-proof container!)

* Scriptures
* Genealogy Records
* Patriarchal Blessing
* Legal Documents (Birth/Marriage Certificates, Wills, Passports, Contracts, etc)
* Vaccination Papers
* Insurance Policies
* Cash
* Credit Card
* Pre-Paid Phone Cards

Miscellaneous

* Bag(s) to put 72 Hour Kit items in (such as duffel bags or back packs, which work great) Make sure you can lift/carry it!
* Infant Needs (if applicable)

Notes:

1. Update your 72 Hour Kit every six months (put a note in your calendar/planner) to make sure that: all food, water, and medication is fresh and has not expired; clothing fits; personal documents and credit cards are up to date; and batteries are charged.
2. Small toys/games are important too as they will provide some comfort and entertainment during a stressful time.
3. Older children can be responsible for their own pack of items/clothes too.
4. You can include any other items in your 72 Hour Kit that you feel are necessary for your family's survival.

2007-05-27 22:18:21 by Anna

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They have a 5 year shelf life and are approved by the U.S. Coast Guard.

I have been asked to create an emergency preparedness plan for my office and that includes getting first aid kits and 72 hour kits and such. An y suggestions on where I can get a good deal from somewhere that is trustworthy? And suggestions for my project too. Thanks!

See link, click on "office Emergency Kits" in the left Margin.

2009-03-19 10:54:10 by elo_1219

Price: $5.95 $8.85

Can used as an emergency ground cover or a reflector
Waterproof and windproof
Bag Size: 84 inches x 36 inches

I'm fifteen and I have an Emergency Preparedness Class that requires us to make our own "Emergency First Aid Kit". There's a bunch of things on the list including Ipecac syrup. I looked it up and saw that it is used to induce vomiting and lots of bulimics use it to lose weight... therefore it is rarely sold in stores now.
I really need to make an A on this project but I don't know if Ipecac is sold over the counter or not. I heard you have to talk to a pharmacist (it's located behind the counter) and there has to be a good reason for the purchase.

So what do I do? WIll they let me buy it regardless of my age? (i look like i'm 10 or something lol)
And how much does this cost? (The 1 oz. bottle)

Will they let me buy it? If not, what is a good reason to buy it?
Which stores sell it? Wal-Mart, Dan's, CVS?

If it's that hard to buy it, your instructor would not require you to get it. Kinda seems like you're just trying to get your hands on it for bad reasons.

2011-02-03 20:55:08 by Go Ask Alice

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