Stockpiling

Medicine

ceteo — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 18:41:33 +0000

Medicine

During the disaster and immediately afterwards, the need for medication is a priority. Stocks and supplies of medicines and medical equipment can quickly run low and it is important to stockpile sufficient and relevant medicines and equipment, and review them regularly as some will run out of date.

In addition to general emergency medical kits, it is important to include medication for chronic diseases and other health conditions that requires continuous medication to avoid worsening of people’s health condition and to avoid secondary complications.

While not exhaustive, these are the medication which should be stockpiled. Each context and community will determine further necessary medication:

Medications for chronic health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney conditions (dialysis), HIV and Aids, mental health conditions, neuropsychiatric conditions such as Alzheimers, Parkinson, and others.
Medical equipment such as catheters and basic hygiene kits for people who have incontinence conditions.
Oral rehydration salt and water purifying tablets.
Sanitary napkins and hygiene kits.

ceteo Tue, 11/19/2019 - 18:41

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Food

ManuelRothe — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 17:54:43 +0000

Food

Consider the following when stockpiling emergency food supplies at the community level:

People with specific nutrient needs may require supplementary food in addition to any general ration. This includes children aged 6–59 months, older people, persons with disabilities, people living with HIV, and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Collect data on the specific requirements of these groups as part of the preparedness planning.
Stockpile supplementation products such as lipid-based, nutrient-dense, ready-to-use foods, or multiple micronutrient tablets or powders.
Stockpile fortified blended foods, soft canned foods, juices, and soups for yound children and persons with difficulties swallowing.
Stock utensils and cutlery that are adapted to meet the needs of individuals with wide range of impairment and functioning difficulties. For instance, weighted utensils help stabilize the hands of those suffering from Parkinson’s Disease or arthritis. Some people with upper body functional limitations require straws for drinking. Cutlery with larger, round handles can be easier to use for persons with upper body functional limitations.
Label food items for persons who are blind using a raised line marking paint, magnetic can labels or any other convenient means.

In case of emergency, prioritize food delivery to persons with disabilities, older people, and other at-risk persons door-to-door or set up accessible food distribution points. Provide accessible transportation to persons with limited mobility to reach the food distribution points.

ManuelRothe Tue, 09/24/2019 - 18:54

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The Sphere Handbook. 2018

https://handbook.spherestandards.org/en/sphere/#ch007

FEMA. Food and Water in an Emergency. 2004

https://www.fema.gov/pdf/library/f&web.pdf

Water and Sanitation

ManuelRothe — Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:39:20 +0000

Water and Sanitation

Water needs vary within the population. When stockpiling water and sanitation items as a part of emergency preparedness planning at the community level take into consideration the water needs for drinking, cooking and bathing of persons with disabilities, children, nursing mothers, and persons who are ill, who will require more drinking water.

Do not simply divide the quantity of delivered water by the population served. Use household surveys, observation and focus group discussions to collect data on water use and consumption. Consult with persons with a variety of backgrounds on their needs and requirements for water consumption and water access.
The minimum water supply per person/day should be increased for pregnant women, chronically ill persons and persons with disabilities.
Consider smaller water containers that are easier to carry, like plastic buckets or jars of the right size for carrying on a wheelchair and for storing water.
Stock some portable partitions, shower chairs and toilet chairs to allow accessibility and privacy for personal care in shelter and other public places.
Ensure that water supplies are accessible and can be reached by wheelchair users and other persons with mobility limitations. Water taps should be installed low enough so that they can be reached from a wheelchair.
Stockpile portable ramps and hard road surfaces to enable persons with disabilities access water and sanitation independently and easily.
In case of a tube well, make sure the handle is long enough to press from a wheelchair and it requires a minimum of resistance to press it. Ensure the surrounding environment is barrier free (e.g., there are no steps around).

ManuelRothe Mon, 09/06/2021 - 13:39

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The Sphere Handbook. 2018

https://handbook.spherestandards.org/en/sphere/#ch006

Assistive devices

ManuelRothe — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 19:27:11 +0000

Assistive devices

Stockpile assistive devices as part of community preparedness to facilitate inclusive search and rescue and evacuation and to enable persons with mobility issues to move around and access emergency aid in the aftermath of disaster.

For evacuations, stockpile:

Stretchers, to help evacuate and carry persons with severe mobility restrictions or people injured in the disaster.
Wheelchairs, crutches and walking frames, to support self-evacuation by persons with mobility difficulties and for people who have been injured.

For use in shelters, consider that persons with disabilities and older persons may have had to leave their assistive devices behind or they might have been damaged, so having access to a temporary device whilst at the shelter can be of a great use.

Consider stockpiling the following assistive devices and items:

Wheelchairs: For use by older persons, persons with physical impairments, those who are sick or injured, pregnant women and women who recently gave birth.
White Canes: For blind persons and persons with partial visual impairments.
Auxiliary crutches, elbow crutches, walking frames: For persons with physical impairments, older persons and persons with injuries.
Portable toilet seats: For use by persons with physical impairments and older persons where accessible toilet facilities are not available. To be used private spaces with access to water and sanitary disposals.
Bed pans: For persons with severe physical disabilities or injuries and older persons who are bed-ridden.
Red and white spray: To highlight evacuation paths, entrances, exits and steps for persons with visual impairments.
Repair tools and materials: Tools and materials for basic maintenance and repairs of assistive devices, e.g. rubber grips for crutches, hearing aid batteries.

©Julie Smith

ManuelRothe Tue, 12/10/2019 - 19:27

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Pacific Disability Forum (PDF). Fiji Disability Inclusive Community Based Disaster Risk Management Toolkit. 2013

Pacific Disability Forum (PDF). Fiji Disability Inclusive Community Based Disas…

Handicap International. Disability Inclusive Community Based Disaster Risk Management. A toolkit for practice in South Asia. 2012

Handicap International. Disability Inclusive Community Based Disaster Risk Mana…