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Maintain Your Plan. |
Once you have developed your plan, you need to practice and
maintain it. For example, ask questions to make sure your family
remembers meeting paces, phone numbers, and safety rules.
Quiz: Review your plan every six months and quiz your family about
what to do.
Drill: Conduct fire and emergency evacuation drills on a regular
basis with your family.Test: Read the
indicator on your fire extinguisher(s) and follow the manufacturer's
instructions to recharge. Check your smoke alarms monthly and change
the batteries at least once a year. Replaces smoke alarms very 10
years.
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Your Kit. |
Just as important as putting your supplies together is maintaining them so
they are safe to use when needed. Here are some tips to keep your
supplies ready and in good condition:
- Keep canned foods in a dry place where the
temperature is cool.
- Store boxed food in tightly closed plastic or metal
containers to protect from pets and extend its shelf life.
- Throw out any canned goods that become swollen,
dented, or corroded.
- Use foods before they go bad, and replace them with
fresh supplies.
- Place new items at the back of the storage area and
older ones in the front.
- Change stored food and waters supplies every six
months. Be sure to write the date you store food and water on all
containers.
- Re-think your needs every year and update your kit
as your family needs change.
- Keep items in airtight plastic bags and put your
entire disaster supplies kit in one or two easy-to-carry containers, such
as an unused trashcan, camping backpack, duffel bag, or storage bins.
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