HomeMy Public PortalAboutAmerican Red Cross Preparedness Materials ListListing of American Red Cross General Disaster Preparedness Materials
Updated October, 2002
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Children's Materials
Masters of Disaster TM Integrated Disaster Safety Curriculum. A curriculum for
teachers to use to integrate hazard safety into regular academic lesson plans in
math, science, social studies, and language arts. Available in three complete kits
for teachers of Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, and Grades 6-8 for a nominal fee. Visit
www.redcross.orq/disaster/masters for more information.
Masters of Disaster TM marketing video. A 6-minute video that shows children
and teachers in the classroom using the Masters of Disaster curriculum. Local
Red Cross chapters can order as stock number Al285VVE for a nominal fee.
Masters of Disaster TM marketing brochure. Two -page, trifold brochure that
describes the Masters of Disaster curriculum. Local Red Cross chapters can
order as stock number Al210 in packages of 25 for a nominal fee.
Facing Fear: Helping Young People Deal With Terrorism and Tragic Events. A
curriculum supplement for teachers to help them deal with children's concerns,
fears, anger, and feelings when human -caused events occur. Aligned with
national standards in social studies, health, and language arts. Available in four
complete sets for teachers of grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades
9-12. Consult the linked web site for ordering information.
Facing Fear marketing brochure. Two -page trifold brochure that describes the
Facing Fear curriculum. Local Red Cross chapters can order as stock number
Al369 in packages of 25 for a nominal fee.
Safety Watchers. A curriculum supplement for teachers and educators to
integrate home fire safety into regular academic lesson plans in math, science,
social studies, and language arts. Available in two sections, one for children in
Grades K-2, and another for children in Grades 3-5. Available as PDF files only
from the Red Cross web site-www.redcross.org/disaster/masters/safetywatchers/
Disaster Preparedness Coloring Book 24-pages. Designed for children ages
3-10 and a "helper" to discuss disasters that can happen and ways to get ready
for them. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock number
A2200 in English or A2200S in Spanish for a nominal fee. Also available on-line
in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
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Adventures of the Disaster Dudes. Video -based program comes with a
Presenter's Guide and a 14-minute video. The video is designed to be shown in
three segments that feature children describing what a disaster really is,
information on correct response, and how to create a family disaster plan. Local
Red Cross chapters can order as stock number A5024 for a nominal fee.
Keeping Ahead of the Storm 8-minute video developed by The Weather Channel
and the American Red Cross for Project Safeside. Gives preparedness tips for
tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, heat waves, and lightning. Local Red Cross
chapters can order as stock number A5050 for a nominal fee.
Helping Children Cope With Disaster 4-page brochure with information on
helping children prepare for and cope with disasters. Covers activities in which
children can join in, as well as how to help children recover from and understand
the effects of disaster. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as
stock number A4499 in English and as A4499S in Spanish for a nominal fee.
Available on-line in Chinese, English, Korean, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.
Family Disaster Preparedness
Your Family Disaster Plan 4-page, 3-color brochure describing four steps to
disaster safety --finding out what can happen, planning, preparing, and practicing.
Local Red Cross chapters can order printed copies in packages of 25 as stock
number A4466 (English version) or A4466S (Spanish version) for a nominal fee.
Available on-line in Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish, and Tagalog.
Disaster Supplies Kit 4-page, 3-color brochure that gives information on how to
assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit and a checklist for items to place in it. Local
Red Cross chapters can order printed copies in packages of 25 as stock number
A4463 (English version) or A4463S (Spanish version) for a nominal fee. Also
available on-line in Cambodian, Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog,
and Vietnamese.
Emergency Supplies for Schools Information on recommended supplies for
schools, classrooms, and students. It includes instructions on assembling
supplies and provides background information, as well as specific listings of
suggested items that schools and school children should have. This list was
developed from lists created by the California Senate Select Committee on the
Northridge Earthquake, Task Force on Education, and updated October, 2000,
by the American Red Cross. Available on-line only.
Disaster Supplies Barrel A suggested way to assemble and store essential
disaster supplies. Available on-line only in Chinese, English, Japanese, Spanish,
and Tagalog.
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Family Disaster Plan/Supplies Kit Video 2-segment video about how to create a
family disaster plan (13 min) and a disaster supplies kit (8 min), why each is
important, and stresses individual and family preparedness measures. One
videotape with two separate programs on it. Local Red Cross chapters can order
as stock number A4498 for a nominal fee.
Emergency Preparedness Checklist 4-page, 3-color brochure helps families
examine ways to prepare each household member and their home for disasters.
Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock number A4471
for a nominal fee.
Preparacion para emergencies Lista de verificacion Spanish language 4-page,
3-color brochure helps families examine ways to prepare each household
member and their home for disasters. Local Red Cross chapters can order in
packages of 25 as stock number A4471 S for a nominal fee.
Your Evacuation Plan. Trifold brochure giving info about evacuating a home in
case of disaster. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock
number A5003 for a nominal fee. Also available on-line.
NOAA Weather Radio: the Voice of the National Weather Service. 8-page,
4-color brochure about NOAA weather radio, including frequencies. Available
on-line only.
Disaster Preparedness for Seniors by Seniors 20-page flip -page booklet giving
disaster preparedness information with special emphasis for older adults. Local
Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 10 as stock number A5059 for a
nominal fee. Also available on-line.
Safety Information for Short -Term Power Outages or 'Rolling Blackouts". A fact
sheet providing tips and information on how to deal with short-term power
outages. Available on-line.
Looking for a Home? Two page, trifold brochure giving tips and information for
people looking for new homes on construction and location of the home in
consideration of potential disaster damage. Local Red Cross chapters can order
in packages of 25 as stock number Al215 in English, or Al215S in Spanish for a
nominal fee. Also available on-line.
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People With Disabilities
Disaster Preparedness for People With Disabilities. 46-page booklet designed
for use by anyone who has a disability or who works with, lives with, or assists a
person with a disability. Has information on possible disaster effects, assessing
personal needs and abilities, suggestions about forming a personal support
network, and fill -in -the -blank checklists. Local Red Cross chapters can order in
packages of 5 as stock number A5091 for a nominal fee. Also available on-line.
Disaster Preparedness for People With Disabilities Audio Cassette. Two
standard cassette tapes in one package. Provides information from printed
booklet (ARC 5091) in verbal form. Local Red Cross chapters can order as stock
number A5091 C for a nominal fee.
Checklist for People with Mobility Problems 4-page, 3-color brochure designed
to provide guidance on disaster preparedness for people who have mobility
problems. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock
number A4497 for a nominal fee.
Pets
Pets and Disaster: Get Prepared Developed with Human Society of U.S. Covers
having a pet disaster plan, suggested pet disaster supplies, what to do when a
disaster threatens, and suggested alternatives since pets are not allowed in
shelters. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock number
321355 for a nominal fee. Also available on-line.
Food and Water Storage and Treatment
Water Storage Before Disaster Strikes Fact Sheet. Provides information on how
to store water before disaster strikes. Available on-line only.
Water Treatment After Disaster Strikes Fact Sheet. Provides information on how
to treat water of questionable purity. Available on-line only.
Food and Water in an Emergency 4-page, 3-color brochure that gives
information on how to store water, water purification, water sources, and food
storage. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock number
A5055 for a nominal fee. Available in Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean,
Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.
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Help! The Power Is Out! Two -page flyer that provides information on food safety
and storage during power outages. Local Red Cross chapters can order in
packages of 25 as stock number Al 098 for a nominal fee. Also available on-line.
iAuxilio! iSe corto la energia electrica! Spanish language two -page flyer that
provides information on food safety and storage during power outages. Local
Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock number Al 098S for a
nominal fee. Also available on-line.
Using Tools and Equipment Safely
Chain Saw Safety Fact Sheet. Provides information and instructions on how to
operate chain saws safely. Available on-line only.
Generator Usage and Safety Fact Sheet. Provides information on using a
generator during power outages, as well as safety instructions from the National
Fire Protection Association for connecting the generator. Available on-line only
Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes. Provides information on how to prevent
pipes from freezing. Also provides instructions for thawing out frozen water pipes.
Available on-line only.
Financial Security and Insurance
Can You Afford to Loose Everything You Own? brochure describing benefits of
renter's insurance. Defrays common misconceptions. Local Red Cross chapters
can order in packages of 25 as stock number A5049 for a nominal fee.
Before Disaster Strikes ... How to Make Sure You're Financially Prepared to
deal with a Natural Disaster. 12-page, 4-color, 5-'/z x 8-'/2 brochure on how to
protect property; how to conduct a household inventory; insurance; where to
keep cash; using an "evacuation box", and what items to gather before
evacuation, if time permits. Developed by the National Endowment for Financial
Education on behalf of the American Red Cross. Local Red Cross chapters can
order in packages of 25 as stock number A5075 for a nominal fee. Also available
on-line.
After Disaster Strikes ... How to Recover Financially from a Natural Disaster.
12-page, 4-color, 5-'/2 x 8-'/2 brochure on steps to take immediately when disaster
strikes. Developed by the National Endowment for Financial Education in
cooperation with the American Red Cross. Local Red Cross chapters can order
in packages of 25 as stock number A5076 for a nominal fee. Also available
on-line.
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Business
Disaster is Everybody's Business. 8-page, self -cover booklet that describes
ways businesses can work with Red Cross units before, during, and after
disaster strikes. Includes pockets for localization. Limited for use by Red Cross
representatives only. Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 10 as
stock number A5061 for a nominal fee.
Preparing Your Business for the Unthinkable -Brochure Tri-fold, self -mailer
brochure that provides essential tips for small and medium-sized businesses on
disaster planning and ways to reduce potential disaster damage. Designed to be
the introductory piece to distribute to business owners/operators. For more
information, consider using the Emergency Management Guide for Business and
Industry (A5025) for detailed disaster planning and preparedness instructions.
Local Red Cross chapters can order in packages of 25 as stock number Al 235
for a nominal fee. Also available on line.
Emergency Management Guide for Business and Industry. 78-page Guide
provides step-by-step advice on how a business can create and maintain a
comprehensive emergency management program. It can be used by retailers,
manufacturers, corporate offices, utilities, or any organization where a sizable
number of people work or gather. Local Red Cross chapters can order in
packages of 5 as stock number A5025 for a nominal fee. Also available on-line.
American Red Cross Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations for
Businesses — 8-1/2" x 11" flyer providing recommendations for actions
businesses can take at the different color -code levels of the Homeland Security
Advisory System (HSAS). Available on-line only.
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