Team Equipment Caches
From Portland NET Wiki
Some NET Teams elect to develop an equipment cache for the whole team, to completement the supplies in their individual NET kits and support team operations. This is completely optional. This article includes recommended inventories and best guidance.
- See also: BEECN Caches
| Relevant Documents/Resources | Updated |
|---|---|
| Tennessee CERT Suggested CERT Trailer Contents | 2025.01.__ |
| DOGAMI Earthquake and Tsunami Community Disaster Cache Planning Guide | 2021.05.__ |
The NET Guidelines recommends the following items for a team cache, but PBEM also recommends reviewing the supplementary information linked in "Relevant Documents/Resources" table at the top of the article.
Tools, Supplies, Sanitation
| Equipment Type | Item | Specifications (recommended) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supplies | Aluminum foil | ||
| Sanitation | Bleach | ||
| Tools | 4-in-1 utility shutoff tool | ||
| Tools | Pliers | ||
| Tools | Compass | ||
| Supplies | Plastic sheeting and tarps | ||
| Supplies | Duct tape | ||
| Sanitation | Feminine supplies | ||
| Sanitation | Soap/liquid detergent | ||
| Response | ABC fire extinguisher | 5 lb. | |
| Response | Flashlights or headlamps | ||
| Response | Whistles | ||
| Tools | Leather gloves | ||
| Supplies | Masking tape | 2" | |
| Sanitation | Toilet paper, towlettes | ||
| Supplies | Matches | Placed in waterproof container | |
| Supplies | Needles and thread | ||
| Sanitation | Plastic garbage bags and ties | 42 gallon contractor bags | |
| Tools | Non-sparking crescent wrench | ||
| Sanitation | Two bucket system (per volunteer) | ||
| Resources | Weather radio with extra batteries | ||
| Medical | Adhesive hypo-allergenic tape in assorted sizes | ||
| Medical | Sterile bulk dressings | 8”x30” or 7”x8” | |
| Medical | Extrication collars | Assorted sizes | |
| Medical | Anti-diarrhea medication | ||
| Medical | Sterile burn sheet | ||
| Medical | Cleaning agent/soap | ||
| Medical | Antibacterial ointment | ||
| Medical | Sunscreen | ||
| Medical | Cotton balls | ||
| Medical | Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever | ||
| Medical | Surface cleaning disinfectant | ||
| Medical | Conforming gauze bandages | ||
| Medical | Assorted safety pins | ||
| Medical | Thermometer | ||
| Medical | Protective eyewear | ||
| Medical | Bandage shears | ||
| Medical | Tongue blades | ||
| Medical | Chemical hot packs | ||
| Medical | Chemical cold packs | ||
| Medical | Triage tags | ||
| Medical | 4" sterile gauze pads | ||
| Medical | Triangular bandages | ||
| Medical | 4" sterile roller bandages | ||
| Medical | Non-latex disposable gloves | ||
| Medical | Petroleum jelly | ||
| Medical | Hand cleansing solution | ||
| Medical | Portable stretcher | ||
| Medical | Forceps/tweezers | ||
| Medical | N95 masks | ||
| Medical | Long backboard/SKED | ||
| Medical | Adhesive bandages | Assorted sizes | |
| Medical | Infectious waste disposal bags | ||
| Medical | Extremity splints | ||
| Resources | Team operations plan | ||
| Resources | Area maps | ||
| Resources | Evacuation plans | ||
| Resources | ICS forms | ||
| Resources | Markers/pencils/pens | ||
| Resources | Dry erase board/surface | ||
| Resources | Notepads | ||
| Resources | Drinking water | ||
| Resources | Food supplies | ||
| Resources | Battery powered lanterns | ||
| Resources | Water purification system | ||
| Resources | Rope kit/webbing | ||
| Resources | Tyvek bracelets for SUVs | Assorted colors |
