ENGin Unit 3: Hygiene & Survival in Emergencies

What can we use to filter water sources?

• coffee filters

• towels

• paper towels

• cloth

How do we create a handwash station?

• Mix 2 gallons of bleach with 1 gallon of water

• use immediately after made

• Let stand for 5 minutes before using

• Mix 2 gallons ethanol with 1 gallon of water

When should we use hand sanitizer?

• whenever we want to

• when water and soap aren't available

• after eating

• before we wash our hands

We should clean wounds with clean water and keep them covered with waterproof bandages

• yes

• maybe

• no

• never

what should we do when there is no electricity

• find all the batteries

• Unplug all electric appliances to avoid overloading circuits and starting a fire

• freeze plastic bottles of water when the electricity is on. Use as a freezer

• put a candle in a glass jar and fill with vegetable oil

What should we do during a fire?

• Use the stairs, not elevators

• wait until help arrives

• • Crawl under smoke

• • If your clothes catch on fire, stop, drop, and roll

what should we do during an explosion if we are trapped in debris?

• Use a flashlight to signal your location to rescuers

• Cover your nose and mouth with a mask or cloth

• Shout only as a last resort – it may make you inhale dangerous amounts of dust

• stop, drop, and roll

If you are contaminated from a chemical attack, you should

• Seek medical help as soon as possible

• close your eyes

• Flush eyes

• Remove contaminated clothing

What should a survival kit include?

• Personal hygiene items

• Extra cash

• • Water and emergency food

• First aid

How can we sanitize?

• Wash surfaces with warm, clean water and soap to remove dirt and debris

• use alochol to clean the substances

• wait until all debris is gone

• no need to sanitize anything