personal go-kit for emergency communications
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PERSONAL GO-KIT FOR EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS. Dan O’Connor, KE7HLR EMCOMMWEST 2008 Reno, Nevada. 1. Introduction. This presentation is intended to get you thinking about your Go-Kit: Why you need one. What items you should put in it. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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PERSONAL GO-KITFOR
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
Dan O’Connor, KE7HLR
EMCOMMWEST 2008
Reno, Nevada1
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Introduction
This presentation is intended to get you thinking about your Go-Kit: Why you need one. What items you should put in it. How you should divide it up for ease of
transportation and for optimum utility.
By giving you a view of my own Go-Kit, I hope to offer some suggestions for items you can include in your own kit.
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Overview
Mission of the Emergency Communicator What is a Go-Kit? Why you need a Go-Kit Types of Go-Kits A Look at KE7HLR’s Go-Kit Wrap-Up
Sources for Further Information Equipment Sources
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Mission: Get every message you handle to its intended recipient—quickly, accurately, and with a minimum of fuss.
Success: Requires that you employ your operational and technical skills at the highest level possible.
Meaning: You must be adequately prepared to handle your assignment, so that you can keep focused on the job at hand.
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Being prepared for an emcomm assignment involves a wide range of considerations, including:
Radio Equipment Power Sources Clothing and Personal Gear Food and Water Information Specialized Training
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Having your Go-Kit assembled ahead of time will help you be prepared when the call-out comes.
Think through each probable assignment you might be faced with and plan your Go-Kit to meet the situations you might encounter.
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents
You may be called upon to assist with various disasters, incidents and events:
Natural Disasters
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents
You may be called upon to assist with various disasters, incidents and events:
Natural Disasters
Earthquake
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents
You may be called upon to assist with various disasters, incidents and events:
Natural Disasters
Earthquake
Wildfire / Conflagration
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents
You may be called upon to assist with various disasters, incidents and events:
Natural Disasters
Earthquake
Wildfire / Conflagration
Severe Winter Storm
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents
You may be called upon to assist with various disasters, incidents and events:
Natural Disasters
Earthquake
Wildfire / Conflagration
Severe Winter Storm
Hurricane / Tornado
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents
You may be called upon to assist with various disasters, incidents and events:
Natural Disasters
Earthquake
Wildfire / Conflagration
Severe Winter Storm
Hurricane / Tornado
Epidemic / Pandemic
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents Man-Made Incidents
Terrorist Attack
Mass Casualties
Search and Rescue
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents Man-Made Incidents
Multi-Vehicle Pile-Ups (most often in heavy fog)
Aircraft Crash
Train Derailment
Shipwreck / Oil Spill
Hazmat Incident
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Incidents Public Service Events
Races and Walk-a-thons
Parades and Celebrations
ARRL Field Day
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Assignments
You may be asked to assist with any of a number of assignments, from a variety of operating locations:
Base Station
Incident Command or other Fixed Command Post (Helibase, Staging Areas, etc.)
Emergency Operations Center
Hospital
At Home (HF Long-Haul Relay or Traffic Net)
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Assignments Field-Portable Station
Field Command Post
Shelter
Aid or Rest Station
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Types of Assignments Mobile Station
Mobile Command Post
Shadow
Vehicle Ride-Along (Transport, SAG Wagon, etc.)
Relay Station (Manual Repeater)
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Modes of Communications
You may be asked to provide communications using a variety of modes:
Tactical Voice Communications (VHF/UHF FM)
Tactical Message Traffic (VHF/UHF Packet)
Live Video (Amateur Television)
Long-Haul Message Traffic (HF SSB Voice or CW)
Other Available Modes (Telephone, Fax,Agency Radio, Runner)
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Mission of the Emergency Communicator
Length of Assignment
The length of time you are asked to assist will depend on the type and size of the incident and the number of Emergency Communicators available:
Short—A Few Hours to Less Than A Day
Overnight
Two to Three Days
Long-Duration—Greater than 72 Hours
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What is a Go-Kit?
Pre-staged collection of equipment and personal gear that you need to perform your duties as an Emergency Communicator.
Should be tailored to your needs, your equipment, expected assignments, and expected length of assignments.
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Why you need a Go-Kit
Your assignment location will probably be without power, heat, water, and telephone. Most businesses in the area will probably not be open, due to the emergency.
As an Emergency Communicator, YOU must provide your own Equipment and Gear.
YOU are responsible for your own Safety, Welfare and Comfort.
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Why you need a Go-Kit
Building your Go-Kit now ensures that items you need are:
Available when you need them.
Where you expect them to be.
When the Activation Call comes, you won’t have time to hunt for things!
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Types of Go-Kits
Your Go-Kit should be tailored to your needs, your equipment, your expected assignments, and the expected length of assignments.
Go-Kits should be broken-up into different types of kits, depending on function and location.
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Types of Go-Kits
Type by Function Incident Type
Assignment or Mission
Length of Assignment
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Types of Go-Kits
Type by Location Carried on Person
Carried in Vehicle
Cached at Fixed Location (Home, Office, etc.)
Non-Cached Equipment (gathered as needed)
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Types of Go-Kits
Modular Concept
Ideally, your Go-Kit should be divided into small, easily-transportable modules.
Modules should supplement each other with additional equipment and supplies, to extend your capabilities and endurance.
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Types of Go-Kits
Modular Concept Basic Kits
Day Pack—Items needed for a short-duration or mobile/foot assignment. Keep in vehicle for immediate access.
24-Hour Kit—Supplemental items needed for an overnight assignment.
72-Hour Kit—Supplemental items needed for an extended assignment of up to 3 days.
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Types of Go-Kits
Modular Concept Specialty Kits
Office Kit—Paperwork and references that may be useful for managing a communications station.
Portable Radio Kit—the classic “Radio in a Briefcase”—for voice or packet.
Computer Kit—Notebook computer and interface equipment for packet.
Tool Kit—Tools and equipment needed for your radio station.
Antenna and Mast Kit—Portable antenna, mast, and tripod.
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Types of Go-Kits
Modular Concept Miscellaneous
Additional Gear—Sleeping bag, tent, shade canopy, etc.
Vehicle Tool Kit—Equipment needed to keep your vehicle going.
Evacuation Kit—Food, water and equipment needed if it becomes necessary to evacuate from your current location.
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A Look Inside KE7HLR’s Go-Kit
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Day Pack
Kept in my vehicle, ready for immediate use.
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Day Pack
Radio, Handheld, 2m/70cm, w/ External Speaker/Microphone Battery Pack, Rechargeable (2) Battery Pack, AA Battery Pack, 10 AA, w/ PowerPole
connector Spare Batteries
Cable, external 12Vdc power, w/ PowerPole connector
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Day Pack
GPS Receiver Spare Batteries
Binoculars, compact Flashlight, high-intensity LED
Spare Batteries ARES Field Resources Manual GPS receiver quick reference guide Maps, laminated Multi-Tool, Leatherman
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Day Pack
Paper, waterproof notebook Pen, rolling ball, blue (2) Pen, Sharpie marker, black Whistle
Cable Ties, nylon, asstd. Rope, 1/8" nylon (50 ft)
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Day Pack
Food and Water: Money, $20 in $5’s and $10’s Snacks (Almonds, trail mix, etc—rotate
periodically to keep fresh) Water, 0.5 L bottle (2)
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Day Pack
Clothing and Protective Gear: Ear Plugs, disposable (2 pr) Gloves, leather Goggles, safety Hat, roll-up Dust Mask (2) Outer Shirt, pullover, wind-resistant Vest, safety, green w/ reflective stripes
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Day Pack
Personal Items: Eyeglasses, prescription Contact Lens Solution Contact Lens Case Lip Balm Hand Sanitizer, waterless Prescription Meds (morning & evening doses) Sunscreen Personal First Aid Kit
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24-Hour Kit
Designed to supplement the Day Pack, this kit is also kept in my vehicle.
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24-Hour Kit
Radio, Handheld, 2m (Backup HT) Battery Pack, rechargeable (2) Battery Pack, AA
Spare Batteries Cable, packet interface, w/ mic. adapter Charger, w/ PowerPole connector (use with
cable from Day Pack or Office Kit)
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24-Hour Kit
Blanket, nylon, fleece-lined Cup, steel Poncho, nylon Hand Towel and Washcloth
Bag, Trash, 33 gal. (2) Bag, Ziploc, asstd. Toilet Tissue, roll Towelette, hand sanitizer, pack
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24-Hour Kit
Food and Water: Meal, Ready-to-Eat, w/ MRE Heater (3) Water, 0.5 L bottle (8)
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Designed to supplement the Day Pack and 24-Hour Kit. I keep this Kit at home, but otherwise ready to go.
72-Hour Kit
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72-Hour Kit
Blanket, microfiber Lantern, LED
Spare Batteries Sewing kit, personal Towel, bath
Bag, Trash, 33 gal. (2) Bag, Ziploc, asstd. Batteries, AA (48) Batteries, AAA (16)
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72-Hour Kit
Dust Mask (2) Rope, 1/8" nylon (100 ft) Toilet Tissue (2 rolls) Towelette, hand sanitizer, pack Utensils, disposable plastic (6 sets)
Food and Water: Meal, Ready-to-Eat, w/ MRE Heater (6) Water, 0.5 L bottle (18)
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72-Hour Kit
Clothing: Sandals, shower Shirt, short sleeve (4) Shirt and Trousers, sweat-suit Socks, athletic, cotton, (3 pr) Socks, boot (2 pr) Trousers, hiking shorts Trousers, rip-stop cotton (2) Underwear (3) Underwear, thermal
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72-Hour Kit
Personal Items: Comb Dental Floss and Dental Picks Ear Plugs, disposable (5 pr) Lip Balm Antiperspirant Hand Sanitizer, waterless Sunscreen Prescription Meds (3 daily doses) Mirror, 3" x 5"
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72-Hour Kit
Personal Items (Continued): Mouthwash Shampoo Soap, bath Swabs, cotton Toothbrush Toothpaste
Contact Lenses, disposable
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Office Kit
This kit, carried in my vehicle, contains operational references, office supplies, and a supply of forms.
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Office Kit
Charger Stand for HT Cable, HT external 12Vdc power, w/
PowerPole connector Charger, w/ PowerPole connector
Radio, FRS/GMRS w/ External Headset Spare Batteries
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Office Kit
Clipboard Flashlight, LED
Spare Batteries Manuals, HT and FRS/GMRS radios Map Book Pen, highlighter, yellow Pen, rolling ball, blue (2) Pen, Sharpie marker, black (2) Scissors Stapler
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Office Kit
Envelope, 9" x 12" (2) Steno Pad, 6" x 9" Post-It notes Paper clips, asstd. Rubber bands, asstd. Tablets, Ibuprofen Tape, cellophane
Food and Water: Water, 0.5 L bottle (2)
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Office KitInformation Binder: Emergency Reference Information, FSD-255 FCC Licenses, Amateur Radio/GMRS (copies) Driver's License (copies) ARRL / FEMA Course Certifications (copies) US Amateur Radio Band / HF Band Charts Numbered Radiograms, FSD-3 Formal Messages, FSD-218 Communication Procedures, FSD-220 Radio Programming Chart Washoe County ARES Frequency Chart Washoe County ARES Operations Manual 53•
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Office Kit
Forms: ICS 205—Incident Radio Communications Plan ICS 205-A—Communications List ICS 213—General Message ICS 216—Radio Requirements Worksheet ICS 217—Radio Frequency Assignment Workbook ICS 309—Communications Log ARC 2079H—Amateur Radio Operator Intake Damage Assessment Report Net Control Sheet Radiogram, ARRL NTS format
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Radio Kit, VHF/UHF
Carried in my vehicle, this kit provides portable voice or packet capabilities wherever needed.
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Radio Kit, VHF/UHF
Radio, 2m/70cm Terminal Node Controller, KPC-3+
Adapter, USB to RS-232 interface
Antenna, 2m/70cm, 5/8-wave Antenna Mount, magnetic, NMO w/ 12 ft RG-58 Cable, 12Vdc power, w/ PowerPole connectors,
6 ft Cable, coaxial, RG-8X, 25 ft, w/ coupler Cable, HT external 12Vdc power, w/ PowerPole
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Radio Kit, VHF/UHF
Cable, USB extension, 6 ft Cable, USB to mini-USB, 3 ft (for GPS interface) Clock, battery powered
Spare Batteries Headphones, w/ mono-to-stereo adapter Light Strip, LED, 12Vdc, w/ PowerPole connector Manuals, for radio and equipment Power Distribution Panel, WMR RigRunner 4005 Power Supply, 13.8Vdc @ 25A
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Radio Kit, VHF/UHF
Parts Kit: Cable Ties, nylon, asstd. Fuses, asstd. PowerPole to OEM radio power adapter RF adapters and couplers, asstd.
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Radio Kit, HF
Although the HF radio is not kept in this kit, the other items are pre-staged in a padded athletic-type bag. All I need to do is unplug the radio at home, toss it the bag, and I’m ready to operate SSB, PSK-31, or VHF/UHF voice or packet in the field.
Radio, Portable, HF/2m/70cm all-mode Power Supply, 110Vac, bolt-on Tuner, HF antenna, bolt-on Interconnecting Cables
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Radio Kit, HF
Cable, 110Vac power Cable, 12Vdc power, w/ PowerPole connector Cable, CAT control Cable, data to sound card HF Frequency/Band reference chart Quick Reference Guide
Spare Fuse
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Computer
This is the computer I use to run Packet and PSK-31; usually kept at home.
Computer, notebook, w/ Li-ion battery Power Supply, 110Vac, w/ power cable Mouse, optical, USB
Mouse pad
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Computer
Adapter, USB to RS-232 interface Cable, radio programming, mobiles and HT Cable, network, Ethernet Cat-5, 6 ft Cable, telephone, 6 ft Cable, USB to mini-USB Inverter, 110Vac, 350W, w/ Power-Pole
connector
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Tool Bag
This is my everyday electronics tool kit, which I try to keep neatly organized so that it’s available for field operations.
Antenna/SWR Analyzer, HF/VHF, MFJ-259B Spare Batteries
Digital Multimeter Spare Battery
Coaxial Cable Stripper Flashlight, LED
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Tool Bag
Knife, utility Spare Blades
Knife, X-Acto #1 Spare Blades, #11
Pliers, bent needle-nose, 4" Pliers, crimping, PowerPole Pliers, crimping, wire terminal, w/ wire stripper Pliers, diagonal cutting, 4" Pliers, diagonal cutting, 7" Pliers, lineman's side-cutting, 7"
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Tool Bag
Pliers, long needle-nose, 4" Pliers, needle-nose, 4" Screwdriver, mini-tip, Phillips/flat tip, set of 4 Screwdriver, Phillips, #2 Soldering Iron, 25W, 110Vac Soldering Iron, resistance tip, battery powered
Spare Batteries
Adhesive, cyanoacrylate Adhesive, 5-minute epoxy
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Tool Bag Cable Ties, nylon, UV-resistant, asstd. Connectors, PL-259, w/ RG-58/8X adapter,
asstd. Sealant, "liquid electrical tape" Solder Tape, duct, heavy-duty Tape, electrical Terminals, crimp-on, PowerPole Terminals, crimp-on, ring, asstd. Wire, #10 AWG, 2-cond. (20 ft) Wire, #16 AWG, 2-cond. (20 ft)
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15-ft Antenna Mast Set
This portable mast set with tripod yoke is used for VHF/UHF communications.
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15-ft Antenna Mast Set
Mast, sectional, aluminum, 1.88” x 44” (4) Leg sections, w/ anchor eyebolts (3) Leg extensions, 1 ft and 2 ft
Antenna, 2m J-pole Hose Clamp, adjustable (2)
Antenna, 2m Yagi, portable Stake, tripod anchor, 10" (4) Tripod Yoke, aluminum, for 1.88" dia. mast
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35-ft Antenna Mast Set
This portable mast set is used with the tilt-up base, guys, and wire antenna from the Setup Kit to rig an HF antenna.
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35-ft Antenna Mast Set
Mast, sectional, aluminum, 1.88" x 44", (9) Mast, top section, aluminum, 1.88" x 24" Ground Rod, copper, 4 ft, w/ cable clamp
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Antenna Setup Kit
This kit has all the tools and parts needed to set up and guy the 30-ft antenna mast, as well as a stock of feedline.
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Antenna Setup Kit Antenna, 40m Inverted-V, w/ SO-239 center
connector and end insulators Antenna, 80m extension for 40m dipole, w/
alligator clips and insulators Base Plate, tilt-up, for 35-ft mast
Stake, base plate anchor, 10" (4) Guy Assy, Upper and Lower, w/ guy ring and
(4) sets of 1/4" nylon rope x 45 ft, threaded link and Line-Grip
Stake, guy anchor, 18 in, w/ eyebolt and snap link (6)
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Antenna Setup Kit
Adapter, 110Vac, multiple-outlet Cable, 110Vac extension, 15A Heavy-Duty, 50ft Feedline, coaxial, RG-8, w/ ferrite choke (3) Feedline, coaxial, RG-8, 33 ft, w/ barrel
connector (3) Wire, ground, #4 AWG, green, 40 ft
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Antenna Setup Kit
Cable Ties, nylon, asstd. Hose Clamps, adjustable (3) Rope, UV-resistant Dacron, 3/16" (100 ft) Snap links and threaded links, asstd. Tape, duct, heavy-duty Tape, safety marking, high-visibility Tape, electrical, PVC Towel, pre-moistened washcloth (4/pkg)
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Antenna Setup Kit
Tools: Gloves (2 pr) Hammer, 4 lb. Nut Driver, 5/16" Nut Driver, 3/8" Pliers, lineman's side-cutting, 9" Pliers, needle-nose, w/ side cutter and crimper, 6" Screwdriver, flat, 1/4" Screwdriver, Phillips, #1 Screwdriver, Phillips, #2 Wrench, adjustable, 8"
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Emergency Power Equipment
This equipment is not normally cached, and must be gathered as needed.
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Emergency Power Equipment
Battery, 12V, 105 AH, SLA deep cycle Power Cable, w/ PowerPole connector Cable, battery paralleling, #4 AWG, w/ 175A
PowerPole connector Battery, 12V, 60 AH, SLA, w/ built-in 1500W
Inverter Power Cable, w/ PowerPole connector Cable, battery paralleling, #4 AWG, w/ 175A
PowerPole connector Charger, multi-stage, 5A, w/ PowerPole
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Emergency Power Equipment
Generator, gasoline engine, 2kW Chain and padlocks, for securing generator Drip Tray, 18" x 24"
Container, Gasoline, 2 gal. (2)
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Emergency Power Equipment
Gear Bag: Adapter, cigarette lighter socket to PowerPole Cable, 12V extension, w/ PowerPoles, 10 ft Cable, 12V battery charging, w/ gen connector Charger, multi-stage, 5A, w/ PowerPole
connector Motor Oil, 10W-30 (for generator) Spark Plug (for generator) Wrench, spark plug (for generator)
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Additional Gear
These items are not normally cached, and must be gathered as needed.
GPS Receiver, Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx Bracket, car-mount Cable, 12Vdc power Spare Batteries
Canopy, pop-up shade Chair, folding (2) Cooler, ice, 60-qt. (2)
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Additional Gear Heater, propane, indoor-safe
Adapter Hose, for 20-lb. cylinder, 12 ft. Cylinder, propane, disposable, 1 lb. (12) Cylinder, propane, 20-lb.
Knife, 3.75" folding lock blade Lantern, fluorescent
Spare Batteries Lantern, propane
Lighter, butane Mantle, replacement (2)
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Additional Gear
Sleeping Bag Mattress, Therm-a-Rest self-inflating Pillow, w/ pillowcase
Table, folding, 24" x 48"
Medical Equipment
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Additional Gear
Seasonal Clothing: Balaclava, fleece Boots Parka, Gore-Tex Gloves, wind proof Sweater, pullover, fleece
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Vehicle Storage Compartments: Cable, 12Vdc extension, w/ lighter plug Cable, cellular telephone 12Vdc power Compressor, tire inflator, 12Vdc Fire Extinguisher, dry chemical, A-B-C Flashlight, LED
Spare Batteries
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Vehicle Storage Compartments (Cont’d): Tie-downs, Elastic “Bungee”, asstd. Jack, w/ crank handle Wrench, tire lug, folding
Hand Sanitizer, waterless Oil, Motor, 10w-30, 1 qt Rope, 1/8" Nylon (50 ft) Sunscreen
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Trunk Bag: Blanket, nylon, fleece-lined, 48" x 56" Cable, automotive jumper Gloves Bag, Trash, 33 gal. (4) Bag, Ziploc, asstd.
Lamp and Fuse Kit
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Trunk Bag (Continued): Light stick, chemical (4) Rope, nylon, 3/8" (75 ft) Tape, duct, heavy-duty Toilet Tissue (4 rolls) Towels, paper
First Aid Kit, trauma
Tool Kit, auto repair
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Evacuation Kit (kept in Trunk Bag): Candle, emergency (3) Cup, steel Filter/Pump, water purification
Tablets, water purification (30) Flashlight, LED
Spare Batteries Knife, 3" blade, w/ sheath Manual, first aid Matches, wind-and-waterproof
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Evacuation Kit (Continued): Paper, journal notebook Pen, highlighter, yellow Pen, rolling ball, blue Pet Supplies:
Dish, pet food and water Litter Tray, 12" x 18"
Liner, litter tray, disposable (2) Scoop Litter, pre-measured bags (2)
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In-Vehicle Equipment
Evacuation Kit (Continued): Receiver, AM/FM, battery-operated
Spare Batteries Saw, hand, wire blade Shirt, short sleeve (2) Shirt, sweat-suit, medium-weight Socks, athletic, cotton (3 pr) Trousers, denim (2) Underwear (2)
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In Conclusion
As an Emergency Communicator, you perform a valuable service to the community.
To perform your duties effectively, you must be prepared to assist in any of a number of assignments, from a variety of locations, using various modes, for possibly an extended length of time.
You must be prepared to provide your own equipment, and you are responsible for your own safety, welfare and comfort.
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In Conclusion
This goal of this presentation was to get you thinking about your own Go-Kit— Why you need one, What items you should put in it, How you should divide and package it for
optimum utility and ease of transportation.
I hope I have met this goal, and have given you some suggestions and ideas for items to include in your own kit.
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Sources for Further Information
Equipment Sources
Please see handout.
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Thank You!
Dan O’Connor, KE7HLR
ke7hlr @ arrl.net
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