on most kits within Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley!
What is a Honey Bucket?
The
Honey Bucket is a crush resistant 5 gallon bucket that can be used as a
toilet during emergencies. It comes with a toilet seat and lid. When
not in use, you can store other supplies in it. Every classroom needs to have a Honey Bucket in case of a lock down.
Meet
with your family members or housemates at least once a year to discuss
how each person will respond during an emergency. Make sure that each
person is familiar with the plan. Talk about what each person is afraid
of, and then explain how your emergency plan and strategy will help
lessen their fears.
Have Emergency Preparedness Essentials in your home, automobile, school, office, vacation home, and rv.
Draw a floor plan of your home that shows where you can find:
exits (windows and doors)
fire extinguisher
utility cutoffs - water valve, electrical panel, gas valve, floor drain
first aid kits
emergency supplies
Identify
safe places in your home and on your property. Plan and practice
earthquake “drop, cover, hold” or evacuation drills using different
escape routes.
Determine
meeting places, one right outside of the home in case of fire and
another outside of your neighborhood in case you can’t return home.
Be
aware of the disaster policies and plans at your children’s schools and
at your spouse’s or housemate(s)’ workplaces. Ensure you have a
designated person to pick up children should you be unavailable
Have
an “out of town” contact and ensure that all members of the family
memorize their number but also give a copy of it and other emergency
numbers to each member to carry with them. Following an emergency
family members should call this person and tell them where they are,
how they are and what their plans are.
Prepare or update your list of crucial addresses and phone numbers. Make sure family members or housemates have a copy.
Know
how to turn off the gas, water & electricity. Don't turn the gas
off unless absolutely necessary-only qualified technicians can turn it
on
“ICE” your cell phones. Add “in case of emergency” contacts. This helps responders to be able to notify the right person.
Determine places where your pets can stay
Have a current local area map and know your specific evacuation routes and evacuation centers.
Know
the risks in your region - find out if the area where you live is
vulnerable to earthquakes, flooding, forest fires, or other threats
such as hazardous material spills. Have plans and supplies to address
these specific emergencies (i.e. sandbags if you home is prone to
flooding)
Remind everyone that they should call the police, fire department, or other emergency personnel only if there’s a vital need.
is only within Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.