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LIST OF SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR HAM RADIO OPERTORS- This list was
developed to give a starting point that the user can develop his or her own
list. You need to have your equipment and supplies in readiness ahead of time at
specific location. If there is an item that you need elsewhere that is part of
your kit, place a note (easily seen) on the outside of the kit so you or another
you can retrieve it. Keep an inventory inside the container itself.
Finally, consider the containers you use, can you carry them?, is it
waterproof or resistant, Is it clearly marked? Can you sit on it when it is
empty. Can you mount the equipment into it or on it? Would your antenna fit
inside large PVC Pipe with removable end caps? Where is your Duct Tape? Do you
have light to see at night? Can you provide battery power to others while not
disabling your set-up? How do you plan to recharge your batteries? Do you have a
plastic tarp to cover you and the equipment? Is your equipment and
supplies marked with your name and call
Suggested Items for Radio Operators During Emergencies
- IDENTIFICATION and DOCUMENTATION
- Original Driver's License or ID Card Issued by State Government
- FCC Amateur Radio License (Copy OK)
- ID CARD of Specific Group (ARES, AREC, Etc.)
- If your ID Cards do not have your home address on it, have Utility Bill,
Insurance Bill, etc. that shows your home address (you may need it to gain
access to your home).
- Optional: Photo of your family and yourself
- Small Binder with Important Information
- Net Frequencies and Functions (Keep it Current)
- Simplex Frequencies and Functions
- Plans for Repeater Failures (Simplex on Ouptut? Alt Simplex)
- Outline for Net Operation and Traffic Handling
- Whatever materials you need to do your best JOB.
- Blank Paper that fits YOUR binder
- Consider Plastic Page Protectors for some references
- Detail Map of your area, Map of nearby area
- RADIO EQUIPMENT
- VHF/UHF Radio, HF
- Logs Book
- POWER SUPPLIES- Batteries(GEL/NICAD/ALK), Power Suppy, DC charger, DC
Cords Extra Batteries & Spare Fuses (Make list of REQ)
- ANTENNA(for each bands)- Coaxial Cable w/ Connectors
- SWR/Wattmeter to monitor RF output
- MONITOR RADIOS- SCANNER(WX and Public Safety)
- WRITING & Traffic Handling
- Zippered See-Through Case for misc. items
- Pens, Pencils, Erasers
- Message Forms
- Log Book and clock
- Clip Board with Paper (3 ring binder type best)
- Spiral Notebook (Organization, Name and Callsign on Book)
- Computer Disc with duplicate programs used, and Important information
for display.
- Notebook Computer if required, 100% paper back-up
- TOOLS & MISC.- MINIMUM Short Duration
- Assorted Wire Ends w/Crimp Tool for extending or repairing wires
- Roll of speaker wire and Power Wire
- 6" Diagonal Cutters
- 6" Needle Nose Pliers
- Roll of UL Black Plastic Tape
- Roll of Duct Tape
- Screw Drivers- Standard and Phillips
- Locking Pliers & Vice Grips
- Wrenches and Drivers
- Pliers
- Volt Ohm Meter & spare battery
- 12VDC Soldering Iron and solder
- Flashlight with spare bulb and batteries
- Case or Zippered Bag to store tools
- Inventory List of Contents of Bag/Case
- TOOLS & MISC.-EXPANDED Longer Duration
- PRY BAR
- Claw Hammer, Assortment of Nails
- Assortment of Hooks, Eyes, Screws, Nuts, Bolts, and stiff wire.
- Tool Box Saw or Hack Saw with spare blades
- Folding Shovel
- Plastic Bags (HD Garbage..Small and Large) Clear or Black
- Folding Tarps (1 small, 1 medium)
- 50' of Hemp Rope (3/8 min) Poly OK if no hemp
- 50' of Poly Twine
- Siphon and container to transfer Gasoline or Kerosene
- Axe or Hatchet
- Jumper Cables for Car (Extra Long Best)
- Road Flares
- Lanterns and Stove of Coleman type, with spare fuel, mantle and burner
jet.
- 2 to 5 Gallons of Gasoline in Approved container with
- Whistle on lanyard
- PERSONAL ITEMS- MINIMUM Short Duration Events
and size tab,etc.)
- Extra Prescription Glasses and hearing aid batteries
- First Aid Kit
- Liquid Refreshment- Water, Soda, Juice
- Headache Medicine (Aspirin,etc)
- Water Resistant Windbreaker/ Jacket
- Hat and Sunglasses and sunscreen (if required)
- PERSONAL ITEMS- EXPANDED Longer Duration Events
- 3 day supply of water (canteens, etc. transportable)
- Cooler with 3 day supply of food
- Camp or Military Style "Mess" Kit,
- Expanded First Aid Kit
- Foul Weather Gear,
- Toilet Articles & TP supply
- Wind-up or Battery Alarm Clock
- Lantern or Flashlight with spare bulb and batteries
- Candles with waterproof matches
OTHER EQUIPMENT TO BE
CONSIDERED
- Plan with family where to meet or how to communicate after or during the
emergency. Even Designate relative out of area to check in with to
coordinate in worst case
- THIS LIST UNDER CONTNIOUS REVISION
Consider a simulation, take your equipment to another location, and set up
your station, and see what you do not have... and write it down. Participate in
Drills and Simulations if you can, and Join an Emergency Communications Group if
you can (RACES,ARES,REACT,ETC)
have a nice day
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