How to create an emergency plan
What would you do if there was a disaster or other emergency while you were at work and separated from your family? How would you communicate to make sure everyone was safe and get your family back together?
Having an emergency plan — and making sure everyone in your family is familiar with it — can help save valuable time during an emergency and make the situation less stressful for everyone.
Tips for creating your plan
Your emergency plan should include:
- meeting place locations for your family and loved ones to reunite to--one close to your home and another outside your community.
- the names and contact information of your neighbours.
- the names and contact information of out-of-town contacts.
- the names of people assigned to pick up children and/or pets, and assist family members who require assistance, in case you're not able to.
- family health details (e.g., medication names, BC Services Card numbers, doctor contact information).
- the location of your emergency kit and grab-and-go bags.
Make sure you review the plan with every member of your family, and update it annually.
Take a closer look
Use the resources listed below to help you create your emergency plan:
