Emergency PreparednessInformation & Checklists

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Coquitlam Emergency Management Office

Phone: 604-927-6438 | Email: emergencyprogram@coquitlam.ca

About Emergency Management in CoquitlamEmergencies and disasters can occur anywhere, at any time. It could be anything from an earthquake, to a flood, to a severe winter storm. In the event of a major disaster, you and your family should be able to take care of your basic needs for at least 72 hours.

We encourage everyone to prepare their personal or family emergency plan, and have an emergency kit ready that includes basic supplies (such as food and water) as well as special needs items such as medication and pet food. We’ve included some information in the following pages to help you get started.

Additionally, the City of Coquitlam’s Emergency Management Office offers HEROS Community Emergency Preparedness training to help you become better prepared at home. Watch for these sessions in your community, or request a course for your community group by contacting 604-927-6434 or emergencyprogram@coquitlam.ca.

To learn more about emergency management in Coquitlam, visit coquitlam.ca/preparedness.

Stay Informed During an EmergencyDuring an emergency, one of the best ways to stay informed is online or via social media. Provided that we have the ability to do so (e.g. we have power and can access the Internet), the City of Coquitlam will post updates regularly online at coquitlam.ca, via twitter (@cityofcoquitlam) or on Facebook (facebook.com/cityofcoquitlam). If you use these tools, you should be sure to bookmark, follow or ‘like’ us!

Emergency Management

Home Emergency KitQuick Checklist

Water

F 4 litres per person per day to be used for drinking, cooking and washing

F Water purification tablets

Beverages

F Juice, evaporated or dried milk

Food

F Foods that won’t spoil (e.g. canned, dried and instant)

F Can opener, plates, cooking supplies

Clothing

F Change of clothing for each family member Including shoes and rain gear

First Aid Supplies

F Well-stocked first aid kit and manual

F Consider taking first aid training

Medication

F One week supply of prescription and/or other medications

Personal Items

F Soap, towels, toothpaste and toothbrushes

F Deodorant, toilet paper, or towelettes

F Spare eyeglasses, baby products, and pet supplies

Supplies and Tools

F Plastic bags of varying sizes

F Battery powered radio with fresh batteries

F Flashlight with fresh batteries

F List of important phone numbers

F Cash

F Pen and paper

F Insurance information

F Matches and candles

F Rope, duct tape, clear plastic, shovel, knife and pry bar

F Hammer and safety goggles

F Work gloves, dust masks

F Blankets and/or sleeping bags

Grab - and - Go Kit

Prepare a small, portable Grab - and - Go Kit to keep in your vehicle and/or at work:

F Cash

F Local area map

F Water and energy bars

F First aid kit

F Multi-purpose tool and whistle

F Flashlight, battery powered radio and fresh batteries

F Basic toiletries, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer

F Prescription medications and eyeglasses

F Change of clothing, shoes, and rain poncho

Below is a list of basic items that should be included in your home emergency kit. Remember to personalize your kit to meet individual needs.

The following items should be packed in a waterproof knapsack for easy transportation.

Remember to customize to suit your needs

F List of contents (do not forget expiry dates of perishables)

F Food (5 year type used by Coastguard) as well as granola, energy bars or fruit leather

F Water (5 year type), or bottled water and/or boxed juice

F Sturdy shoes and a pair of warm socks

F Spare set of clothes (sweat suit or such) and a reflective vest

F First-Aid Kit (remember to check regularly and take a First Aid course)

F Battery powered flashlight (and spare batteries)

F Battery operated radio (and spare batteries)

F Paper and pencil/pen

F Work gloves

F Dust mask(s)

F Silver foil blanket

F Rain gear, shower cap and/or (garbage bags that could be used as rain gear or for sanitary needs)

F Towel or moistened towelettes

F Matches

F Candles(s) optional

F Swiss army type knife

F Light sticks (at least 2)

F Whistle

F Duct tape

F Rope

F Cash (coins and paper money)

F Identification (this is to include medical needs or medication) – e.g. allergies; out of area contact information/next of kin etc.

F Spare glasses (if these are required for vision needs)

F Medication(s): life-sustaining types as well as Tylenol etc. (customize to suit your personal needs)

F Map of area

F Personal hygiene items (soap, toothpaste, waterless hand wash, shampoo, deodorant, toilet paper and/or Kleenex)

F Cards, games, book etc. (appropriate to age/gender)

F Hard hat and reflexive vest (optional)

Grab & Go Bag ChecklistSome suggestions for items to include in a Basic Grab & Go Bag

Earthquake PreparednessQuick Checklist

Follow these tips to develop an emergency plan for your family:

F Make your home safe by eliminating or securing household items that can cause injury and damage.

F Assemble a home emergency kit for family members in a portable container (minimum 3 day supply) and store it in an accessible location (e.g. near an exit). Don’t forget to include the specific requirements of children, pets and others with special needs.

F Know how to shut off utilities at the source to ensure immediate closing of gas and water leaks. Know where and how to shut off electrical power when required.

F Ensure your family has an evacuation plan from your home that includes a safe family meeting place and ensure all family members know the plan.

F Arrange an out-of-area contact to act as a “message centre” for your family and keep their contact information and other important phone numbers with you.

F Make copies of important documents (i.e. insurance, medical records, wills, etc.) and store them in a safe location that is accessible even if your home is damaged.

F Keep a flashlight and hard-soled shoes beside each family member’s bed so evacuation in the dark, at night during an emergency is easier to navigate.

F Assemble a “Grab-and-Go Kit” with emergency supplies in your vehicle and/or at work.

F Always maintain a ¼ tank of gas in your vehicle.

F Plan and practice the Drop, Cover and Hold On procedure with your family members to protect yourself during an earthquake:

F Drop to the floor;

F Take Cover by getting under a sturdy desk or table; and

F Hold On until the shaking stops.

F If you are unable to get down on the ground, brace yourself against an interior wall, protecting your head, neck and face with your arms.

For more information on emergency preparedness, visit coquitlam.ca/preparedness or call the HEROS Office at 604-927-6434.

Emergency Supply Sales & ServicesList of suppliers of Emergency Kits, Provisions, Safety, First Aid Services & Supplies

DISCLAIMER: This list is provided for contact purpose. It is not a recommendation or warrant of the products or services from the suppliers listed.

General Supplies and Provisions

72hours.ca

Phone: 788-228-0398 Toll Free: 1-800-964-8699

72hours.ca

General emergency supplies

A W Fireguard Supplies Ltd.

2906 St. Johns St., Port Moody, BC

604-461-2323

www.awfireguard.com

Angel Safety Products Inc.

9052 Mackie Street Fort Langley, BC

604-888-1586

angelsafety.com angel@angelsafety.com

Braidner Survival Kits Ltd.

#410 - 1000 Parker St., Vancouver, BC

604-254-0455

survivalkits.com

Email: bsk@preparecenter.com

Fast Ltd.

8850 River Rd. Delta, BC

604-940-3222

fastlimited.com

First Aid & Survival Technologies

General Retailers (e.g. Canadian Tire, Rona, Home Depot, Walmart)See phone book or Google for location nearest you.

Stock camping, survival and first aid supplies

Krasicki & Ward

#102 - 310 Kent Ave. South Vancouver, BC

604-739-9455

krasickiandward.com

General emergency supplies and emergency supplies for pets

QS Quake Safe Ltd.

1959 Alderlyn Dr., North Vancouver, BC

604-980- 9900

qsquakesafe.com

Survivormate Ind. Ltd.

Port Moody, BC

604-942-7774

survivormate.com

Three Vets

2200 Yukon St., Vancouver, BC

604.872.5475

3vets.com

Treen Gloves & Safety Products

704- Alexander St., Vancouver, BC

604-253-4588

treensafety.com

Gloves, vests, hardhats, first aid kits etc.

Western Safety Products

2920 Murray St., Port Moody, BC

604-461-5444

westersafety.ca

NOTE: There are various First Aid Kits, Emergency Kits and other emergency supplies available at many other venues and stores throughout the area. Some emergency supplies may only be available through specialized suppliers.

Emergency Supply Sales & ServicesList of suppliers of Emergency Kits, Provisions, Safety, First Aid Services & Supplies

First Aid Training

Care Insitute of Safety & Health

1770 East 18th, Vancouver, BC

604-873-6018

care-institute.com

Safe & Sound First Aid Training

604-945-7277

Canadian Red Cross First Aid & Water Safety Service Call Centre

1-888-307-7997

Training information Western Canada Zone

redcross.ca

St. John Ambulance

2338 Clarke St., Port Moody, BC

604-931-3426

sja.ca

Safety Film for Windows

Accurate Glass

112-9 Burbidge Street, Coquitlam

604-472-1900

Fairway Glass Ltd.

48 Mary Street, Port Moody, BC

604-931-4531

Newco Solar Control Products

202-6741 Cariboo Road, Burnaby

604-437-3111

Safety Film For Glass

Refer to glass companies in phone book for locations

F Sites providing Emergency Preparedness for various types of disasters

F embc.gov.bc.ca/em

F publicsafety.gc.ca

F coquitlam.ca/preparedness

F getprepared.gc.ca

F BC Hydro

F bchydro.com/safety

F Children During Disasters

F edcross.ca/cmslib/general/parent_brochure.pdf

F Earthquake Safety

F embc.gov.bc.ca/em/hazard_preparedness/Earthquake_Information.html

F Emergency Social Services

F ess.bc.ca

F coquitlam.ca/preparedness

F Emergency Preparedness for Industry and Commerce Council (EPICC)

F epicc.org

F Federal Emergency Management Association (United States)

F fema.gov

F FEMA for kids

F fema.gov/kids

F Fortis BC (formerly Terasen Gas)

F fortisbc.com/safety

F Food & Water Safety

F bccdc.ca

F fraserhealth.ca/your_health/emergencypreparedness

F Pets

F ready.gov/america/getakit

F animalrescuefoundation.org

Informative WebsitesEmergency Preparedness Programs in BC/Canada for various communities providing “Emergency Information” to citizens/public.