Crisis Ready

Personal Preparedness in the Modern World

Sean McGee

This engaging, self-paced, personal preparedness online course teaches you how to recognize pending crises and disasters, develop the skills to successfully prepare for and manage emergency situations using preparedness theory and frameworks.

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Learning objectives

Identify general principles and activities associated with preparedness, and appreciate their importance.
Identify the known hazards and emergency risks in your area.
List the 5 action steps in thinking and planning for disasters.
Name the two principle possibilities your emergency plan should account for.
Describe the importance of stockpiling water; calculate daily water needs; and purifying water.

Describe basic, essential emergency supplies for staying at home during an emergency or in the event of an evacuation.
The best way to secure valuables, including important documents.
How to create an emergency communication plan for your family and loved ones.
How to decide whether to evacuate a location or shelter-in-place.

Identify general principles and activities associated with preparedness, and appreciate their importance.
Identify the known hazards and emergency risks in your area.
List the 5 action steps in thinking and planning for disasters.
Name the two principle possibilities your emergency plan should account for.
Describe the importance of stockpiling water; calculate daily water needs; and purifying water.
Describe basic, essential emergency supplies for staying at home during an emergency or in the event of an evacuation.
The best way to secure valuables, including important documents.
How to create an emergency communication plan for your family and loved ones.
How to decide whether to evacuate a location or shelter-in-place.

Syllabus

Module 1: Course Introduction & Why Do We Prepare?

Explain the importance of emergency planning and preparation.

Create a functioning emergency communications plan.

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Crisis Ready: Personal Preparedness in the Modern World with these activities:

Review basic wilderness survival techniques

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Refreshing your knowledge of wilderness survival techniques will enhance your confidence and prepare you for unexpected situations.

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Review online resources or attend workshops on starting a fire, finding water, and building shelter.
Practice these techniques in a safe outdoor environment.

Create a map of your neighborhood

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Creating a map of your neighborhood will help you become familiar with escape routes and landmarks.

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Identify and mark important landmarks, such as hospitals, fire stations, and grocery stores.
Indicate potential escape routes in case of an emergency.

Practice water purification techniques

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Practice water purification techniques to ensure you have clean water in a survival situation.

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Gather materials like a water filter, purification tablets, or a bandana.
Use your chosen method to purify water from a natural source.

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Join a local survival group

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Joining a local survival group provides opportunities for knowledge sharing, skill development, and community support.

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Research and identify local survival groups that align with your interests.
Attend meetings or events to connect with other members and learn from their experiences.

Connect with community preparedness experts

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Connecting with local preparedness experts can provide valuable insights and expand your knowledge.

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Identify community organizations or individuals with preparedness expertise.
Reach out and schedule a meeting or conversation to learn from their experiences.

Volunteer with a disaster relief organization

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Volunteering with a disaster relief organization provides hands-on experience and allows you to contribute to your community.

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