First Aid Kit
The following list of supplies is an "ideal" first aid kit: design for your own needs.
First aid book: know how to use
Sterile adhesive bandages (assorted sizes)
2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
4-inch gauze pads
Ace bandage
Ammonia inhalant
Hypoallergenic waterproof adhesive tape
Muslin or cotton triangular bandages
2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
Or instead of bandages use extra absorbent sanitary napkins
Elastic bandages and fasteners
Emergency "space" blanket (1 per family member)
Scissors
Tweezers
Needle and thread
Mirror
Moistened towelettes
Instant Hot and cold packs
Antiseptic lotion, cream or liquid
Thermometer
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Assorted sizes of safety pins
Anti-bacterial soap
Sunscreen
Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
Anti-diarrhea medication
Antacid
Laxatives and activated charcoal in case of accidental poisoning
Survival
Radio: portable, battery operated; spare battery
Flashlight: fresh and spare batteries and bulbs
Can opener
Fire Extinguisher
Watch or clock; battery or spring wound
Safety
Heavy shoes: for every family member
Heavy gloves: for each person clearing debris
Candles: check for gas leaks before using
Matches: dipped in wax and kept in weather proof container
Knife: sharp or razor blades
Tools
Axe, shovel
Crescent wrench: for turning off gas
Screw driver, pliers
Hammer
Coil of 1/2" rope
Pencil, paper, scissors
Car Mini-Survival Kit
Non-perishable food: store in empty coffee cans; phone money or calling card
Bottled Water: one gallon per person per day
First aid kit, blanket
Flashlight, tools
Whistle
Walking shoes
