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|P100 or a respirator can be substituted, though P100s are difficult to breathe in. | |P100 or a respirator can be substituted, though P100s are difficult to breathe in. | ||
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|'''4-in-1 tool''' | |'''4-in-1 tool''' | ||
|[[File:4in1tool.jpg|alt=4 in 1 tool, illustration by Hugh Newell|center|frameless|4 in 1 tool, illustration by Hugh Newell]] | |[[File:4in1tool.jpg|alt=4 in 1 tool, illustration by Hugh Newell|center|frameless|4 in 1 tool, illustration by Hugh Newell]] | ||
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|'''LED flashlight''' | |'''LED flashlight''' | ||
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|'''Cutting tool''' | |'''Cutting tool''' | ||
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|'''Tough gloves''' | |'''Tough gloves''' | ||
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|Not required at the FFE. | |Not required at the FFE. | ||
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|'''Kneepads''' | |'''Kneepads''' | ||
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Revision as of 19:12, 5 September 2025
Sometimes, a backpack is more than just a backpack—it's a symbol of the strengths of community partnership and inclusive planning, reminding us all that when we come together, we create a safer, more resilient [community] for everyone.— L. Vance Taylor with CalOES
The most effective emergency responders possess three things: training, experience, and equipment. In some situations, all the training and experience in the world would not make a responder effective if they did not also have the tools for the job. Therefore, a basic NET kit is required for all active NET volunteers. The purpose of this article is to specify what items at minimum should be found in a basic NET response kit.
| Item | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| Backpack, 1,200 in3 or larger | 
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Red with NET branding preferred but not required. We have one NET volunteer out there with a Hello Kitty response pack and it is fine. |
| Protective hard hat | 
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Red with NET branding is required. Provided by PBEM, should be replaced every five years. |
| Reflective vest | 
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Red/orange with NET branding required. Provided by PBEM. Must meet ANSI Class 2 standards. |
| NET ID and lanyard | 
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Provided by PBEM. |
| Safety goggles | 
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See Eye Protection for NETs |
| N95 masks (qty.2) | 
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P100 or a respirator can be substituted, though P100s are difficult to breathe in. |
| 4-in-1 tool |  |
Available under a few different brands. The ones PBEM has are branded ON DUTY. |
| Duct tape (1 roll) | 
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| LED flashlight | 
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A headlamp is strongly recommended, to keep your hands free. |
| Prybar, 15" | 
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| Cutting tool | 
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Pocketknife or multitool. |
| Nylon cord, ⅛" 100' roll | 
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| Tough gloves | 
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| Note pad and writing instrument | 
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| Whistle | 
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Recommend whistles with a lanyard. |
| AM/FM radio | 
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Not required at the FFE. |
| Kneepads | 
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| First aid kit | 
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| FRS/GMRS radio |  |
Your radio is not required for the FFE, so we suggest waiting to purchase it until after we discuss devices in Basic NET Unit 9 - Tactical Radio Communications. |
| Spare batteries | 
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Rechargeable NiMH batteries are recommended if available in the volunteer's price range. We discuss batteries in Basic NET Unit 9 - Tactical Radio Communications. |