FHCES asked our CERT members what additional items they would include in their CERT Backpack. Here are some of our favorites:
CERT Backpack Supplies - Essentials
Original Ticked Off Tick Remover
2 Packs of 3 each - give them for gifts!
DripDrop Hydration Solution
Not too sweet! Electrolyte Power Packets
1" Tubular Webbing
25' length - various colors
3-Day Pack
Large capacity - approx. 12x20x13
40L with 2 main compartments, 2 small compartments in front, and hydration bladder compartment in back
2-Pack Molle Pouch
Compact Molle Pouches
2 Pack - 4.5" x 2.2" x 6.1"
Various Colors
Dewalt Safety Glasses
Clear, high impact polycarbonate lens
N-95 Respirator Face Mask
Box of 25 NIOSH approved face mask
Individually Wrapped
Safety Survival Whistle
Double-tube design with lanyard
2-Pack
6'x8' Tarps
Large, multi-purpose tarps
Heavy-duty poly with grommets
Mylar Thermal Blankets
10 Pack, Silver
Emergency Blanket - Zippered
Lighweight Emergency Bivvy
84x36 inches, reflective and waterproof
Emergency Blanket - Heavy Duty
XL Heavy Duty Emergency Blanket
5' x 8' multi-use
Waterproof & Windproof
Molle Pouch Bag - Small
EDC Utility Gadget Waist Bag
Size 6.8" x 4.5" x 1.8"
Sewing Kit
Sewing Kit filled with Notions,
Scissor & Thread
CERT Backpack Supplies - Lighting
GearLight LED Flashlight
2-Pack, Bright, Zoomable with High Lumens
5 Modes for emergency use
Rechargeable Headlamp
USB, Waterproof Headlamps
3 Powerful Headlamps with 90 degree rotation
Personal Light Bar
Micro Personal Safety Rechargeable Light
Magnetic Hands-Free Mountable Flashlight
Green Glow Sticks
25 Ultra Bright Green Glow Sticks
Individually packed with lanyard
6 inch Chemical Light - 12 Hour Duration
CERT Backpack Supplies - Tape/Fasteners & Paracord
Mini Hand Stretch Wrap
Use for wrapping injuries, immobilize joints, and more
Zip Ties - 500 pcs
Adjustable Self-Locking Nylon Zip Cable Ties
Duct Tape
3M Multi-Use Duct Tape
1.88 inches by 30 yards
Rescue Tape
Self-Fusing Silicone Tape
Emergency Plumbing Pipe & Radiator Hose Repair
Electrical Insulation, 1"x12' Black
Caution Barrier Tape
3-inch by 300-foot, yellow
550lb Paracord
Various Colors and lengths
Type III with 100% nylon core
32 strand sheath structure, 7 core yarns
550lb Paracord - Camo
Type III - Camo Colors
Heavy Duty Strands, AV/Abrasion Resistant
Red Flagging Tape
Non-Adhesive Tape
1.188" x 300' Length
Yellow Flagging Tape
Non-Adhesive
1.188" x 300' length
Green Flagging Tape
Non-Adhesive Tape
1.188" x 150' length
Flagging Tape - Multiple Colors
Non-Adhesive Plastic Ribbon
1-3/16" - Various colors and styles
CERT Backpack Supplies - Tools
Backpack Trowel
2-Pack, Orange Plastic
Gerber 17-in-1 Multi-Tool
Needle Nose Pliers, Pocket Knife, Serrated Blade
Screwdriver, Bottle Opener and more
With Sheath
4-1 Shutoff Tool
Emergency Gas and Water Shutoff Tool
Non-sparking
Also pries open doors, cabinets, etc.
Trucker's Friend Multi-Tool
All-purpose tool for any situation that requires
hacking, prying, pulling or pounding
Carbon-steel with power grip
CERT Backpack Supplies - Field Guides, Notebooks, Writing
CERT Operator Field Guide
Weatherproof CERT reference materials
NIMS Command System Field Guide
Clearly and concisely outlines what you need to know about NIMS objectives.
Spiral Bound Index Cards
5-Pack, White Ruled Index Cards
50 Pages
Sharpie - Mini
5 Pack, Mini Permanent Markers
Keychain Clips, Fine Point, Black Ink
Top Spiral Notepad
Weatherproof, Yellow Cover
3 Pack, 6"x4" Universal Pattern
Rite in the Rain brand
Weatherproof Clicker Pen
Orange Barrel, Black Ink
Rite in the Rain brand