72 Hour Kit Checklist Template printable pdf download

72 Hour Kit Checklist

lock, feminine hygiene, folding brush, etc…)

 First Aid Kit / Supplies

 Sanitation Supplies (mini hand sanitizer, soap,

garbage bags, etc.)

Food & Water (rotate every 6 months)

 Immunizations Up-to Date

A three day supply of food and water, per person, when no

refrigeration or cooking is available.

 Medication (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen,

 Protein / Granola Bars

children's medication etc.)

 Trail Mix / Dried Fruit

 Prescription Medication (for 3 days)

 Crackers / Cereals (for munching)

 Glasses/Contacts

Canned: Tuna, Beans, Fruit, Turkey, Vienna



Sausages, etc.

Fuel & Light

(MRE Food Pouches are lighter in weight)

Juice / Protein Shakes

 Lighting (Flashlights, Lamps, etc.) Don't forget

(can or pouch like Slimfast but



without all of the sugar. They are full of protein, vitamins

batteries if it’s not a crank!

and minerals.)

 Extra Batteries

 Candy / Gum

 Flares

 Water (1 Gallon/4 Liters Per Person, Per Day!)

 Candles & Lighter

 Pet Food & Water

 Water-Proof Matches

Bedding & Clothing

Personal Documents & Money

Change of



Clothing (short and long sleeved shirts,

Place these items in a waterproof container!

pants, jackets, socks, underwear, etc.)

 Scriptures

 Rain Coat/Poncho

 Contact information of family & friends.

 Emergency Heat Blankets

 Temple Recommend

’s

(make sure it

in your wallet

 Sleeping Bag

when you leave.)

 Tent

 Copies of Legal Documents: Birth/Marriage

 Sleeping Pad

(important for insulation from cold

Certificates, Wills, Vaccination Papers,

ground)

Passports, Contracts, Insurance Policies, Bank

 Cold Weather Gear – (Coat, gloves, hand

Info, Genealogy, Pet, etc…)

warmers, etc…)

 Cash: $50-$100 in small bills and $10 in

 Pet bedding, leash, crates, carriers, etc…

quarters.

 Credit Card

Equipment

 Pre-Paid Phone Cards

 Can Opener

 Extra Car & House Keys

 Dishes/Utensils

 Pictures of Family

 Shovel

 Radio (with batteries or crank!)

Games & Entertainment

 Pen and Paper

You’ll want to keep just a few things in your kits to keep yourself

 Pocket Knife: Leatherman or Gerber Tool.

and kids entertained.

 50 Foot Nylon Rope

 Books: Reading, Coloring…

 Whistle

 Crayons, Pencils & Paper

 Wrench or Pliers to turn off utilities

 1-2 Board Games & Puzzles

 Duct Tape & Plastic Sheeting to “Shelter-in-

 Favorite stuffed animal

Place”

Miscellaneous

 Dust Mask

 Bag(s) to put 72 Hour Kit items in (such as

duffel bags or backpacks, which work great)

Personal Supplies & Medication

Make sure you can lift/carry it!

 Toiletries

(roll of toilet paper- remove

 Infant Needs (if applicable.)

the center tube to easily flatten into a zip-

Remember, you can always add more to your Kit!

Tip 1: Your Kit should be in a portable, easy to lift and carry, container located near an exit of your house.

Tip 2: Each family member should have their own 72 hour kit with food clothing and water. Distribute heavy items between kits.

Tip 3: Keep a light source in the top of your kit so you can find it quickly in the dark.

Tip 4: Inspect your 72 hour kit at least twice a year. Check Medication, check children’s clothing for proper fit, and check

expiration dates on batteries, light sticks, warm packs, food and water.

72 Hour Kit Checklist Template

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