EARTHQUAKE: Disaster Preparedness

1. A family emergency plan is the best way to prepare you and your loved ones for a natural disaster or terrorist act.

• True

• False

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2. A family emergency plan consists of having emergency supplies and a first aid kit handy.

• True

• False

3. Every family member should be familiar with your emergency plan since they each play an important role.

• True

• False

4. It’s a good idea to identify a centrally located room in your house or space in your basement, in case you and your family need to “shelter in place.”

• True

• False

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5. You need to have a plan for your pets during emergencies.

• True

• False

6. How often should you practice your family emergency plan?

• a. Once a year

• b. Every six months

• c. Every three months

• d. Only during an emergency

7. A family emergency plan should NOT include which of the following?

• Information about the emergency plan at your children’s schools

• The name and phone number of an out-of-town contact person

• A list of important phone numbers, including those of doctors and emergency services

• Arrangements for each person in the family to be at a specific land line telephone at a specific time

• A central meeting spot outside your home and one outside your neighborhood in case you need to leave the area

8. Which of the following is NOT a recommended action for emergency preparedness?

• Creating a family emergency plan

• Stockpiling antibiotics

• Becoming knowledgeable about types of potential emergencies and responses

• Getting an emergency supplies kit

9. Which of the following should NOT be included in a basic emergency supply kit?

• Water (one gallon per person per day for drinking and sanitation)

• Non-perishable foods

• Battery-operated radio

• Candles

• Whistle

10. When an earthquake strikes, you should:

• Run outside to avoid falling building debris

• Take cover under a heavy piece of furniture

• Lean against an inside wall or stand under an inside doorway

• B and/or C