SafeGround
UK guidance

Emergency Kit Checklist

Personalised for your household. Use the same list for home or for a bag.

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Drinking water (3 litres per person per day)Water
Water filter or purification tabletsWater
Non-perishable food that needs no cooking or heatingFood
Manual can openerFood
First aid kit with thermometer, antiseptic, sterile dressings, medical tape and tweezersMedical
7-day supply of prescription medicinesMedical
Over-the-counter medicines (pain relief, antacid, antihistamine)Medical
Written list of regular medication names and dosesMedical
Torch and spare batteriesLighting & Power
Head torchLighting & Power
Charged power bankLighting & Power
Battery or wind-up radioCommunication
Emergency whistleCommunication
Phone charger cablesCommunication
Written list of important phone numbersCommunication
Copies of important documents (ID, insurance, medical)Documents
Cash in small notes and coinsDocuments
Paper map of your local areaNavigation
Multi-tool / pocket knifeTools
Duct tapeTools
15 m of strong cord or ropeTools
Work glovesClothing
Waterproofs, one per personClothing
Blankets and warm clothingClothing
Change of clothes per person (3 days)Clothing
Sturdy closed-toe shoesClothing
Sleeping bag or warm blanket per personShelter
Tarp or emergency shelterShelter
Waterproof matches / lighterFire
Fire starterFire
Hygiene supplies and wet wipesHygiene
Hand sanitiser + soapHygiene
Toothbrush & toothpasteHygiene
Feminine hygiene productsHygiene

💡 Tip

Check whether anyone in your household can join the Priority Services Register with their energy and water suppliers. It gives extra support during a power cut or interruption to supply.

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Emergency: 999 or 112Police non-emergency: 101NHS non-emergency: 111

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