Appendix

Jump to…

Appendix A: Master Checklist by Tier

Download or print one tier at a time: Tier 1 Print Tier 2 Print Tier 3 Print Tier 4 Print

Every checklist item from every chapter, reorganized by tier instead of by category. Use this to see everything relevant to a single tier at once, whether you are starting Tier 1 preparation from scratch or auditing how complete your Tier 3 posture actually is.

Tier 1: Full Checklist

Chapter 1: Community

Households within a five-minute walk mapped, with at least one real fact known about each Existing informal community hubs, the person who already organizes things, identified Real contact information exchanged with immediate neighbors, not just a friendly wave Practiced: introduced yourself to at least one neighbor you didn’t already know this week

Chapter 2: Water

Water: 14 gal/person, food-grade containers, dated Backup water treatment (bleach or tablets) on hand and dosing known Water stored where it won’t freeze, or headspace left for expansion Portable grab-and-go water subset packed, separate from bulk stock Practiced: used only Tier 1 stored water for drinking for a full day

Chapter 3: Food

Pantry audited and converted to an actual day count against the 14-day target 14-day non-perishable food supply, no-cook options included Manual can opener (+1 spare) and food thermometer in kit 14-day pet food supply, waterproof container FIFO rotation schedule set (e.g., spring/fall clock changes) Medical/special-diet needs (infant formula, allergies, diabetic supplies) stocked separately Portable grab-and-go food subset packed, separate from bulk stock Practiced: lived a full day on Tier 1 stores only, including manual can opener

Chapter 4: Sanitation & Hygiene

Hygiene practice reviewed with limited-water technique (sponge-bathing, brushing without wasting water) Household garbage double-bagged, twist-tied, and stored away from living space and water sources Hygiene supplies stocked in 14-day quantities Contractor bags, twist ties, and 14-day toilet paper supply on hand NOAA weather radio (battery or hand-crank) in kit

Chapter 5: Medical Care

Hypothermia and heat illness treatment steps known by every adult, not just recognition of the signs First aid/CPR certification current for at least one adult in the household Written medication list (drug, dose, allergy, prescriber) with the kit 14-day prescription buffer arranged with doctor/pharmacist Trauma kit: commercial tourniquet, Israeli bandage, hemostatic gauze Basic medications stocked in 14-day quantities Practiced: hands-only CPR and wound-irrigation technique reviewed by every adult

Chapter 6: Energy & Heat

Batteries stored and replaced in matched sets; no mixing ages or chemistries in a device LED flashlight/headlamp per person, with spare batteries Power bank(s), 20,000+ mAh, reserved for comms/medical devices Battery CO detector installed near sleeping areas, alarm not expired Propane camp stove and fuel: outdoor-only use understood by everyone in the household 0°F-rated sleeping bags/wool blankets, one per person Two independent ignition methods stored Safe room identified and ready to close off (blankets over doorway, away from exterior walls) Practiced: everyone in the household can name the CO safety rule without prompting

Chapter 7: Shelter & Structural Safety

Water heater and furnace seismically strapped Heavy furniture/TVs anchored to wall studs, not just drywall Gas shut-off wrench staged at the meter; every adult knows the “only if you smell/hear gas” rule Windows measured and plywood/film pre-cut and labeled Practiced: Drop, Cover, and Hold On drilled, ideally during the annual Great Utah ShakeOut

Chapter 8: Security & Self-Defense

Deadbolts and strike plates upgraded to 3-inch screws Blackout curtains/blankets available for the main living areas Door/window entry sensors installed Any household firearms stored unloaded, locked, with ammunition stored separately Practiced: lockdown routine drilled as a single, fast sequence

Chapter 9: Communication

Text-first habit understood by every household member 2-3 key phone numbers memorized by each person, not just stored digitally Offline map areas downloaded to every phone NOAA weather radio with tone alert in the kit Registered for your county’s opt-in emergency notification system (Everbridge for Weber/Davis/Box Elder/Morgan/Cache/Rich; check directly for Salt Lake County and others) Each child’s school reunification procedure known in advance, including current authorized-pickup list Workplace emergency plans known for every working adult in the household Laminated contact cards made, including out-of-state contact and two meeting places Paper maps of Utah and home county on hand Waterproof notepad and pens, spare charging cables stored separately from devices Practiced: every household member can recite the out-of-state contact number from memory

Chapter 10: Access & Functional Needs

Utah Special Needs Registry registration completed, if applicable Written, device-specific power/backup plan obtained from each device’s manufacturer or DME supplier Electric utility notified of medical equipment dependence; priority reconnection program confirmed For dialysis-dependent household members: written plan obtained from their specific care team (in-center, home HD, or PD) For insulin or other cold-chain medications: refrigeration backup plan (cooler+ice, FRIO wallet, or unplugged freezer) known and supplies on hand 30-day supply of disability-related medications, rotated on the same schedule as other household meds Named backup caregiver identified and briefed on specific care needs Spare glasses, hearing aid batteries, dentures, and prosthetic components stocked Evacuation plan specifically covers how each household member with a mobility impairment will be moved Communication alternatives (ASL basics, phrase cards, TTY) in place for any Deaf/hard-of-hearing/non-verbal household member Practiced: backup power for each powered medical device tested for one full night before it’s needed

Chapter 11: Mental Health

988 and 211 numbers memorized by every adult in the household, and the difference between them understood PFA framework (Listen, Protect, Connect, Model, Teach) known by at least one adult Daily routine plan (meals, sleep, chores) ready to implement immediately Comfort items and journaling supplies packed, especially for children Family conflict-resolution rules written down in advance, while calm Offline mindfulness/grounding app downloaded and tested before an emergency Age-appropriate honesty and routine-first approach for children in the household understood by every caregiver Practiced: every adult can describe normal acute stress signs without alarm

Chapter 12: Pet Evacuation & Shelter

Pet carriers/crates sized, labeled, and pets comfortable being loaded into them Microchip and ID tag information current, verified within the last year 14-day pet food/water supply and 14-day medication supply stocked Pet first aid kit assembled, including a muzzle and styptic powder Vaccination records (physical + digital) accessible without needing to contact the vet during an emergency Pet-friendly shelters/hotels within evacuation range identified in advance Flea/tick products checked for correct species before use in multi-pet households Human medications stored physically separate from pet-accessible areas Practiced: full evacuation-loading drill completed with every pet in the household

Chapter 13: Digital Data & Documents

All vital documents scanned at 300+ DPI with consistent, searchable file names 3-2-1 backup in place: 3 copies, 2 media types, 1 off-site Video home-contents walkthrough recorded and backed up Encryption tool (VeraCrypt, BitLocker, or FileVault) actually in use, not just installed Fire/water-rated safe checked against what’s actually stored in it (paper vs. electronics rating) Fireproof document bag packed in the go-bag with paper copies of key documents Password manager’s official emergency kit printed and stored securely, not a plaintext password list $1,000+ cash reserve in small bills in the safe Practiced: located and opened every backup (safe, drive, cloud account) within the last 6 months to confirm access still works

Chapter 14: Economic & Financial

$1,000+ cash in small bills, split between home safe and portable reserve Insurance policy’s specific ALE percentage/cap known in advance Insurance, bank, and credit card contact info printed and stored offline Home inventory video/photos current and backed up Household can recognize common post-disaster scam patterns Utah Attorney General price-gouging reporting contact known Employer’s disaster/emergency leave policy read and understood Self-employed household members have a business continuity plan (client contact backup, records backed up, runway estimate) Practiced: household has discussed spending priorities (essentials-first) before an actual emergency forces the decision

Chapter 15: Fitness

Every adult can demonstrate correct lifting technique (legs/hips, not back) Go-bag footwear broken in through actual periodic use, not brand new Blister/chafing prevention supplies in the go-bag Household understands effort pacing under caloric restriction Overexertion, heat exhaustion, and hypothermia signs known by every adult Practiced: at least one loaded-pack walk completed to test footwear and pack fit before an emergency

Chapter 16: Transportation

Fuel tank habitually kept above half At least two evacuation routes identified from home, in different directions Every driver in the household knows the flooded-road and downed-power-line rules Traction devices matched to each vehicle, purchased and test-fitted before winter Vehicle emergency kit (jumper cables, tire kit, tow strap) in every vehicle Vehicle-specific 72-hour kit packed and current Paper maps kept in the vehicle, not just at home Practiced: driven at least one alternate evacuation route to confirm it’s actually passable

Chapter 17: Post-Disaster Recovery & Rebuilding

Structure checked from outside for red-flag damage before anyone enters Official safety placards (if posted) identified and obeyed without exception Full photo/video documentation completed before any cleanup begins Insurance company contacted and claim number obtained No agreements signed or payments made to uninvited/unsolicited contractors Basic re-entry PPE (gloves, respirator, boots) used for every entry into a damaged structure Practiced: household knows in advance where the insurance policy and contact info are stored and accessible without power

Tier 2: Full Checklist

Chapter 1: Community

At least one bonding conversation had with an immediate neighbor At least one bridging tie built outside your usual social circle At least one linking tie built to local government or emergency management At least one honest conversation had about mutual expectations during an emergency Practiced: attended one event outside your usual circle, a different group, a different part of the neighborhood

Chapter 2: Water

Gravity filter (virus rating checked) + full spare element set Water testing strips on hand Local untreated water sources identified in advance Bulk water treatment chemical on hand, stored away from food Practiced: purified and used water from an outside source for a full day using only Tier 2 gear

Chapter 3: Food

Propane stove, pressure cooker, and adequate multi-tank fuel reserve Backup non-propane cooking method available Battery CO detector in use anywhere indoor cooking happens Bulk grains/beans/staples stored in Mylar + oxygen absorbers 3-month pet food supply bagged and sealed Practiced: cooked a full day’s meals on Tier 2 gear only

Chapter 4: Sanitation & Hygiene

Bucket toilet system built and in daily use, cover material applied every time Hydrated lime (treatment-grade) on hand and dosing understood, separate from cover-material lime Standing water eliminated around the property; trash and food storage rodent-proofed Water testing strips used on every new source before use Reusable menstrual supplies (cup or washable pads) on hand, not just a disposable stockpile Waste/compost site located away from all water sources Practiced: dried out a wet or flooded space within the 24-48 hour mold-growth window at least once

Chapter 5: Medical Care

At least one household member trained in basic triage Quarantine space and protocol identified before it’s needed, masks/ventilation plan included for respiratory illness Medical instrument set (BP cuff, stethoscope, splints) + sterilization method 90-day prescription conversation had with a doctor/pharmacist Bulk medical supplies stocked Practiced: quarantine protocol rehearsed (even as a drill) with the household

Chapter 6: Energy & Heat

Solar generator or equivalent power source, sized against actual device wattage needs Heating source confirmed vented-outside OR unvented-with-working-ODS, CO detector co-located Wood stove chimney swept and damper checked before the season it’s needed 20+ gallons fuel or 1+ cord seasoned (dry) firewood on hand Battery bank stored where cold won’t significantly cut capacity Heavy-duty 12-gauge extension cords on hand Window insulation applied nightly in the safe room Practiced: ran the household’s actual heating/power setup for at least one full night before needing it

Chapter 7: Shelter & Structural Safety

Door/window reinforcement kits test-fitted in advance Safe room stocked with water, radio, and first aid Practiced: barricading routine rehearsed with available materials

Chapter 8: Security & Self-Defense

Light/noise OPSEC discipline practiced by the household Neighborhood watch network established with trusted neighbors Concealment zones near the home identified and cleared GMRS license obtained if handheld radios are part of the plan Motion lights and battery/solar cameras (local storage) installed Written community pact in place with neighbors Use-of-force legal knowledge current via a certified course, if firearms are part of the plan

Chapter 9: Communication

GMRS license obtained (covers the whole family) Handheld + mobile/base GMRS radios acquired and programmed Satellite messenger with active or activatable subscription HAM scanner for monitoring emergency traffic (no license needed to listen) Family code phrases agreed on and memorized Printed frequency list stored with the radio gear Bulk battery supply stocked Practiced: household has run at least one scheduled radio check-in/net

Chapter 10: Access & Functional Needs

Home modifications (ramps, grab bars, doorway clearance) assessed and completed where feasible Solar power station sized to actual medical/adaptive device wattage Spare mobility-aid parts (wheels, batteries) matched to specific equipment on hand 3-month incontinence supply stocked, sized to actual use Basic equipment repair skills practiced by at least one household member Neighbor/community support network identified for tasks beyond household capability Practiced: household has run at least one Tier 2 drill using only manual tools and solar power for adaptive needs

Chapter 11: Mental Health

Household understands the disillusionment phase is normal and expected, not a sign of failure Grief being acknowledged, not rushed past, for any real losses Substance use patterns being watched for and discussed openly, without shame Regular contact maintained with neighbors/community to prevent isolation Physical activity built into the daily routine Activity kits and coping/resilience books available Practiced: a household check-in routine (even brief) happening regularly, not just during obvious crises

Chapter 12: Pet Evacuation & Shelter

Pet triage priorities understood (emergency-only vet situations vs. manageable-at-home) Homemade diet plan reviewed with a vet in advance, including species-specific nutrition needs Pet thermometer on hand with normal temperature range known 3-month bulk pet food supply stored in Mylar + oxygen absorbers 3-month chronic medication supply discussed with a vet Printed pet-friendly shelter list (5+ locations) on hand Grooming kit assembled and basic grooming skills practiced Practiced: pet waste disposal routine rehearsed for a temporary/shelter environment

Chapter 13: Digital Data & Documents

Offline access to encrypted drives tested and confirmed working Paper log system set up and organized by category from the start Failing-drive protocol understood: stop use immediately, no DIY “fixes,” professional recovery for critical data Physical media stored away from heat/moisture extremes Off-site backup drive placed with an out-of-state relative or trusted contact Thermal-printed records understood as short-term only, not archival Silica gel packets fresh (not saturated) in document storage Practiced: a manual paper log actually maintained for at least one full week as a dry run

Chapter 14: Economic & Financial

Barter inventory stocked with broadly recognized, high-demand goods Manual ledger system in place and understood by relevant household members Scale on hand for verifying bulk trade quantities Secure storage for trade goods separate from the primary cash safe Community resource-sharing/lending arrangements discussed with trusted neighbors Practiced: at least one household member has conducted a practice trade negotiation

Chapter 15: Fitness

Functional bodyweight routine (squat, hinge, push, carry) established and practiced regularly Rucking practiced with a loaded pack at a realistic training weight PEACE & LOVE injury protocol understood in place of outdated RICE guidance Recovery (sleep, nutrition) treated as part of the fitness plan, not separate from it Practiced: household has completed physical labor tasks (hauling water/fuel) using correct technique under realistic conditions

Chapter 16: Transportation

Household can perform basic fluid/belt/battery maintenance checks Manual fuel transfer pump on hand; mouth-siphoning understood as genuinely dangerous, not just discouraged At least one household member comfortable navigating by paper map alone Bicycle(s) with cargo capacity maintained and ready Bike repair kit assembled and basic repair skill practiced EV owners: cold-weather range and charging-stop planning adjusted for winter Practiced: completed a real trip using only bicycle transport to confirm the setup actually works

Chapter 17: Post-Disaster Recovery & Rebuilding

Every contractor’s license verified directly through dopl.utah.gov before any agreement At least two to three contractor bids compared before choosing No upfront full payment made to any contractor Every disaster-related expense logged for potential ALE reimbursement Policy-specific claim filing deadlines known and tracked FEMA Individual Assistance eligibility checked if a federal disaster declaration applies Practiced: household has actually looked up a contractor on dopl.utah.gov at least once, before it’s urgent

Tier 3: Full Checklist

Chapter 1: Community

Relationship-building treated as an ongoing practice, revisited every few months, not a one-time task Joined at least one existing group or class: CERT or equivalent, a neighborhood association, or a mutual-aid network Skills and equipment known on your street or block, not just names Practiced: reconnected with at least one neighbor relationship that had gone quiet

Chapter 2: Water

Biosand filter built, ripened for 2+ weeks, and flow rate tested against expected output Irrigation/rain-catchment system installed within legal storage limits Rain-catchment system registered with Utah Division of Water Rights if over 200 gal Well pump backup power (if applicable) sized specifically to its draw, not assumed At least two independent water treatment methods owned and practiced Practiced: used the biosand filter (or an equivalent produced source) as primary drinking water for a full day

Chapter 3: Food

Local frost dates known; planting calendar built 5+ year heirloom seed bank stored cool/dry/dark Canning, dehydrating, and root-cellaring skills practiced (not just equipment owned) Hunting/trapping skills and legal framework understood Livestock (if applicable) housed, fed, and bred sustainably Barter goods stockpiled separately from personal-use stores Practiced: harvested and preserved at least one crop from saved seed, using only non-electric methods

Chapter 4: Sanitation & Hygiene

Humanure system running with a minimum 12-month aging cycle enforced before use on crops (or verified pyrolysis equipment as a faster alternative) Soap-making supplies and skill established for an ongoing hygiene supply Practiced: field-dressing hygiene reviewed if hunting is part of the household’s food plan

Chapter 5: Medical Care

Medical library (Where There Is No Doctor, Where There Is No Dentist, Survival Medicine Handbook) owned and read Herbal medicine garden established with cold-hardy, correctly identified species Sterilizable surgical and dental kits assembled Midwifery plan in place if relevant to the household Barter medical goods stockpiled separately from personal-use stock Practiced: at least one household member has drilled a suturing/wound-closure technique on practice material

Chapter 6: Energy & Heat

Off-grid solar array installed and household can perform basic repairs Wood stove with cooktop installed, chimney maintained Hand tool set (non-electric/DC) assembled Sustainable firewood harvest rate planned against actual woodlot/supply Passive solar design includes summer shading, not just winter capture Spare electrical parts stocked Thermal mass installed in the primary living space Practiced: household has gone through at least one full off-grid week on Tier 3 systems only

Chapter 7: Shelter & Structural Safety

Relocation option evaluated in advance, not decided under pressure If relocating, defensive landscaping cross-checked against wildfire defensible-space rules

Chapter 8: Security & Self-Defense

Layered perimeter (fencing, terrain, barriers) designed and built Gray Man principles applied; visible fortification balanced against not attracting attention Community governance and rules of engagement documented Long-range optics and perimeter alarms in place HF radio operator licensed and trained, not relying on the emergency-use exception Defensive landscaping installed, cross-checked against wildfire defensible-space rules Firearms training current and storage secure, if applicable Practiced: perimeter/observation routine drilled with everyone who’ll stand watch

Chapter 9: Communication

At least one household member holds a Technician or General HAM license NVIS-capable HF antenna set up and tested Meshtastic (or equivalent LoRa mesh) nodes deployed and solar-powered Basic CW (Morse code) proficiency in at least one operator HF transceiver and high-gain antennas installed Technical manuals and spare radio parts on hand; a Faraday-caged backup handheld if EMP is a concern Meshtastic channel encryption keys printed and distributed to trusted contacts only Signal mirror and whistle in every go-bag as a no-power fallback Practiced: made actual contact with a station beyond line-of-sight range using Tier 3 gear

Chapter 10: Access & Functional Needs

Assistive-tech fabrication skills built with input from an occupational therapist or specialist Community mutual-aid pact formalized, specifically covering mobility/care tasks Reference library on disability management and assistive tech assembled Raw materials for tool/equipment fabrication and repair stocked Herbal remedy use, if any, understood in the context of the specific person’s other conditions and medications Permanent home accessibility modifications completed Practiced: at least one adaptive tool successfully fabricated or repaired from raw materials

Chapter 11: Mental Health

At least one household or community member Mental Health First Aid certified Means-restriction practice understood (removing access to firearms/medications during acute suicide risk) Clear understanding of what lay crisis support can and cannot safely handle Purpose-building daily structure established beyond pure survival tasks Cultural/family traditions and milestones actively maintained Herbal remedy use understood in context of interactions and real limits Community pact explicitly covers mental health support Practiced: household has a rehearsed, calm response for a family member expressing suicidal thoughts

Chapter 12: Pet Evacuation & Shelter

Herbal remedy use understood per-species, including aloe’s ingestion risk Sustainable local pet food source established (grown feed or small livestock) Pet waste composting kept separate from any food-crop soil system Basic surgical kit assembled, scoped to safe layperson procedures only Community pet care pact formalized Barter pet supplies stockpiled separately from personal-use stock Practiced: at least one herbal remedy correctly identified, prepared, and administered at a known-safe dose

Chapter 13: Digital Data & Documents

Vital paper documents moved into acid-free folders/boxes Microfilm or archival film backups created for the most critical records Community knowledge base established with trusted neighbors Digital media migration schedule set (not waiting for failure) Climate-controlled or at least climate-stable storage arranged Community archive redundancy established across more than one household Practiced: successfully migrated data from one storage medium to another as a planned exercise

Chapter 14: Economic & Financial

Household’s tradeable skills identified and practiced, not just theoretical Community trade rules and dispute resolution process established Community ledger and standardized weights/measures in use Skill directory compiled and distributed within the community Production tools (seeds, livestock, hand tools) generating actual ongoing surplus Practiced: at least one skill successfully traded for goods or shelter within the community

Chapter 15: Fitness

Household actively watches for and addresses early overuse-injury signs Correct lifting/movement technique taught to others, not just known individually Daily labor tasks rotated to avoid repetitive strain from a single movement pattern Task assignments realistically matched to each person’s current physical capacity DIY strength equipment (sandbags, filled containers) in regular use Practiced: household has gone a full season without a preventable overuse injury

Chapter 16: Transportation

Household can diagnose and repair common vehicle failure points Alternative fuel option (biodiesel/wood gas) researched and, if pursued, actually practiced, not just equipment on a shelf Draft animal handling and tack maintenance skills built, if applicable Land navigation practiced without GPS or maintained roads Comprehensive spare parts stockpile matched to actual vehicle needs Practiced: completed a real repair on a household vehicle using only stocked parts and tools

Chapter 17: Post-Disaster Recovery & Rebuilding

Local permit requirements understood before rebuild work begins Rebuild-vs-relocate decision made deliberately, weighing real risk factors All contractor agreements in writing and filed Long-term financial recovery plan in place, not just crisis-mode spending Practiced: reviewed the household’s flood zone and wildfire risk status (Chapter 7) as part of the rebuild-vs-relocate decision

Tier 4: Full Checklist

Chapter 1: Community

Existing informal community hubs identified, or you’ve become one yourself Nearby formal community infrastructure identified and at least one real connection made Taught this chapter’s practice to at least one other person Practiced: helped organize or took part in one neighborhood-wide gathering or drill

Chapter 2: Water

Shared water infrastructure (if any) has an agreed maintenance plan Practiced: participated in a shared water-infrastructure maintenance day or drill with neighbors

Chapter 3: Food

At least one shared/community food-preservation resource identified or organized Seed stock duplicated across more than one household Community reserve or mutual-aid buffer established Simple record-keeping in place for shared/traded resources Practiced: run at least one shared event (canning day, seed swap, skill-share) with neighbors

Chapter 4: Sanitation & Hygiene

Community waste/composting site sited and rules agreed Crowded-shelter hygiene plan (lice/scabies) agreed on before displaced households are sheltered together Community protocol for handling a death agreed on before it’s needed Community sanitation reserve and trained-steward roster established Practiced: a CERT training or equivalent community drill completed

Chapter 5: Medical Care

More than one trained first-aid/medical responder per neighborhood cluster Outbreak/quarantine protocol agreed on before it’s needed Shared health records system in place for opted-in households Shared medical cache and trained-responder roster established Reference library copies distributed across more than one household Practiced: a CERT training or equivalent community drill completed

Chapter 6: Energy & Heat

Shared or coordinated microgrid/battery capacity established across more than one household Load-priority agreement in place before a shortfall happens Repair skills taught to more than one person in the neighborhood Community woodlot or fuel depot with a sustainable-yield plan Shared spare-parts inventory and repair workshop space established Practiced: run at least one community energy/heat coordination drill or meeting

Chapter 7: Shelter & Structural Safety

Plan in place for safely sheltering displaced neighbors/family Guest/shelter capacity (bedding, tents, allocated space) planned in advance

Chapter 8: Security & Self-Defense

Written community charter/bylaws established, covering governance and dispute resolution Guard duty rotation formalized across multiple households More than one person per household cross-trained to lead response or stand watch Shared observation post and alert system established Community defense cache and shared perimeter infrastructure in place Practiced: a full watch-rotation and community alert drill completed

Chapter 9: Communication

Multiple trained net control operators in the community More than one household has a licensed HAM operator Community repeater or shared mesh backbone established Shared frequency/protocol directory distributed to all participating households Spare radio equipment cache maintained at the community level Connected to (or actively building) a county ARES/RACES group Practiced: run a full community net with message relay/traffic handling exercised

Chapter 10: Access & Functional Needs

More than one trained caregiver per household with significant AFN needs, community-wide Structured wellness-check system established and staffed Community shelter/evacuation plans built with direct AFN community input Shared adaptive equipment cache and community fabrication workshop established Communication systems include accessible formats (visual, text-based, relay support) Practiced: a full community wellness-check and inclusive-shelter drill completed

Chapter 11: Mental Health

Multiple community members trained in Mental Health First Aid or peer support Wellness-check system explicitly covers psychological isolation, not just physical needs Community gathering space established for group processing and ceremony Peer support roster maintained and current Caregiver/responder burnout actively watched for and addressed Practiced: at least one facilitated group check-in or processing session held

Chapter 12: Pet Evacuation & Shelter

Multiple community members trained in pet first aid Emergency fostering network established and rostered, before it’s needed Community pet medical/supply cache established Reunification system extended to community scale Shared feed/livestock infrastructure coordinated if applicable Practiced: at least one fostering-network or reunification drill completed

Chapter 13: Digital Data & Documents

Community record-keeping system established for property, agreements, and disputes Multiple people trained in archival/digitization skills community-wide Records physically distributed across more than one location/household Community records registry maintained so records can actually be found Succession plan in place for who maintains records if the current keeper is lost Practiced: a community records audit completed to confirm everything is where the registry says it is

Chapter 14: Economic & Financial

Local currency/credit system (if used) formally designed with anti-counterfeiting basics Economic dispute resolution process trusted and actually used by the community Regular market/trade event scheduled and running Skill apprenticeship/teaching formalized as part of the local economy Community ledger distributed across multiple households Practiced: at least one full market day held with multiple households participating

Chapter 15: Fitness

Heavy-labor duties formally rotated across the community, not concentrated in a few people Regular group training sessions held Tasks matched to the full range of physical abilities in the community, not an all-or-nothing standard Succession plan in place for physically demanding community roles Shared heavy tools and training space established Practiced: a full community labor rotation has run at least one complete cycle

Chapter 16: Transportation

Community evacuation routes and rally points coordinated with neighbors Multiple community members trained in vehicle repair Shared fuel depot established with agreed access rules Shared heavy equipment (tractor, trailer) pooled and accessible Community transport roster maintained and current Practiced: a community route-coordination drill completed

Chapter 17: Post-Disaster Recovery & Rebuilding

Verified contractor list shared and maintained across the community Community members trained in basic damage-assessment triage Mutual aid rebuilding labor coordinated and rostered Shared rebuild equipment pooled and accessible Practiced: at least one household’s rebuild benefited directly from shared community knowledge or labor

Shelter & Structural Safety: Regional Hazard Considerations (Cross-Tier)

These items do not map to a single tier. Wildfire, extreme heat/cold, and flooding preparedness apply across the whole spectrum of this manual and should be reviewed regardless of which tier a household is currently focused on. See Chapter 7 for full detail.

Defensible space zones (0-5-30-100 ft) established and maintained around the home Ember-resistant vents, Class A roofing, and clear gutters (wildfire hardening) N95/P100 respirators on hand; Corsi-Rosenthal box materials or HEPA purifier available Passive cooling measures (reflective coverings, night ventilation) in place for summer Heat illness signs known by every adult in the household Exposed pipes insulated; main water shut-off location known Roof snow load and ice dam risk assessed Property’s FEMA flood zone checked; sandbagging technique known Practiced: household knows evacuation triggers for wildfire and flash flood specifically, distinct from the general lockdown/evacuation routine