Prepared Base checklist
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Bag, water, food and lighting0 / 7
Use a comfortable manageable bag; do not overload it.
Keep an accessible bottle for each person.
Keep portable food that suits the household.
Leaves hands free for moving around and essential tasks.
Match the sizes and chemistry of your devices; store safely.
Keep charged and check it can charge your phone.
Keep compatible cables for essential devices.
Health, safety and navigation0 / 6
Keep a suitable household kit accessible; check contents and expiry dates.
Useful for attracting attention; keep accessible.
Download and keep paper route information for relevant places.
Keep for messages and important updates.
Discuss continuity and an appropriate reserve with the pharmacist or prescriber; do not change doses. Only needed where relevant: prescription users.
Keep usable spare glasses where possible. Only needed where relevant: glasses users.
Clothing and warmth0 / 4
Pack practical clothes and socks.
Choose practical outdoor clothing.
Keep comfortable footwear accessible.
A compact additional layer; does not replace warm clothing.
Documents, money and contacts0 / 5
Keep secure copies of essential IDs.
Record insurer contacts, policy numbers and cover.
Keep a modest secure amount in usable denominations.
Protect paper records.
Record family, neighbours, schools and essential providers.
Departure checks and destination0 / 3
List medicines, phone, keys, glasses and other daily-use essentials.
Check everyone can carry their bag or arrange help.
Agree possible destinations and transport arrangements.
Keep your household plan current0 / 3
Think about personal needs, useful information and everyday essentials.
Make sure the household knows where it is.
Check contents as your needs and the seasons change.
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