Follow three basic steps in setting up a safehaven in your home:
❑ Designate an internal room;
❑Install a two-way communications system or telephone; and
❑Furnish the safehaven with an emergency kit.
It is highly unlikely you would spend more than a few hours in a safehaven; however, the supplies listed below are suggested for your maximum safety. Your security officer can tell you more about how to select and secure your safehaven.
The following is a checklist of possible safehaven supplies.
Fire extinguisher
Fresh water
5-day supply of food
Candles, matches, flashlight
Extra batteries
Bedding
Toilet facilities
Sterno stove, fuel
Shortwave or other radio
Medical/first aid kit
Other items for your comfort and leisure—a change of clothing, books, games