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EMERGENCY COMFORT KITS FOR CHILDREN
If children need to evacuate or shelter-in-place it is important for them to have personal items that will help keep them calm when separated from their parents during and after an emergency. Be sure to remove expired items and update clothing as child changes clothing size. Require that all parents provide each of their children with a Comfort
Kit in • • • • • • •
a large sealed plastic bag, small backpack or tote which remains at your facility that contains the following: A change of clothes
Small toy, stuffed animal, book
Crayons and a small notepad
A picture of the child
A picture of the child’s family
A comfort note from the parent
Non-perishable snacks (crackers, granola bars, dried fruit, etc.)
EMERGENCY SUPPLIES
During an emergency or disaster your program may need to be self-reliant and self-sustaining for at least 72 hours without assistance from the police or fire department. In addition to each child’s Comfort Kit you should have supplies on hand for both short-term and long-term emergencies. Consider that these kits should be portable if you need to evacuate your facility. A list of supplies can be found in the Appendix.
• Supplies should be accessible and kept in a cool dry location
• Store supplies in non-crushable containers
• Check supplies regularly for expiration dates and rotate as needed
• Replace any used items
• Include hygiene supplies and medications for children and staff
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS SITE DIAGRAM
Below is an example of an Emergency Preparedness Site Diagram that maps each room of a facility and the outdoor area. Complete your own using the Site Diagram Form in the Appendix. After reviewing it with your staff, post a copy in each room where you provide child care and provide copies to staff and parents.
Include in your diagram the location of the following:
 Primary and secondary exits
 Outside meeting area for evacuations
 An interior “safe” room (preferably without windows)  Smoke detectors
 Fire extinguishers
 Emergency kits and first aid kits
 Portable records and files
 Shut-off valves for gas, water and electricity
County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services. Childcare Disaster Plan and Guide.
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