An emergency kit on site
An emergency situation can also happen when you are not at home. It is important to stay where you are until you are sure it is safe to return home. Are you an employer, manager of a public building, or in charge of a venue that holds a large number of people? It is also a good idea to have an emergency kit at these locations.
In the car
In an emergency, it is possible you get stuck in traffic for a long time. Thus, it is a good idea to keep a bag with the following items in your car:
- Small bottles of water and non-perishable food (e.g. cereal bars). Place them in the glove compartment or boot.
- First aid kit with instructions for use.
- A flashlight, preferably dynamo-powered. If you prefer a battery-powered lamp, bring spare batteries.
- Starter cables.
- GPS or road maps.
- Accident report form.
- Fluorescent vests for all passengers.
- Warning triangle.
- Games to keep the children occupied.
- In winter:
- Blanket(s)
- Gloves
- Warm clothing and boots.
- Ice scraper.
- In summer:
- Sunglasses.
- Additional small bottles of water.
- Sun visor.
In public buildings, shops or the workplace
There are various places where large numbers of people can congregate for long periods: schools, businesses, supermarkets, hospitals, cultural centres, sports centres, crèches, etc.
Are you responsible for one of these places?
- See the list of items to include in an emergency kit. Which things are useful in your organisation? Build up a reserve in an accessible place.
- Pay particular attention to:
- A supply of bottled water and foods with a long shelf life.
- A basic first aid kit.
- Iodine tablets: as an organisation, you can obtain these free of charge in advance from the pharmacy. To find out more, visit: nuclearrisk.be.
- A few flashlights, candles, lighters or matches.
- A battery-powered radio.
- Some blankets for extra warmth.
- As an organisation, it is useful (and sometimes mandatory) to have an internal emergency plan. Keep it up to date and practise regularly.