SECTION 5: EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT

ARES members should keep the following items ready for deployment at short notice:

5.1 RADIO EQUIPMENT

HT with charged batteries
battery pack for "AA" or similar batteries with at least 2 sets of batteries
rapid charger
base/mobile radio power supply
mag mount or J pole antenna (see Appendix B)
coax with appropriate connectors
operating manual for radio(s)
earphone/headset
packet/TNC and computer

5.2 TOOLS (assuming you know how to use them)

pliers/cutters
assorted screw drivers
socket set
soldering iron
assorted connectors and wire
electrical tape
duct tape
SWR meter
multimeter
tie wraps

5.3 MISCELLANEOUS

fishing line with lead weight
extension power cords
nylon guy line
flashlight(s) and spare batteries bulbs

5.4 PAPERWORK etc

ID - ARES members will be issued ID which must be displayed when performing ARES functions
FCC license (could laminate and carry on same clip as ARES ID)
a supply of Radiogram forms
a supply of Communication Logs
note pad
pencils/pens
copy of ARES Communication Plan
amateur radio band plan

5.5 PERSONAL SUPPLIES

emergency food (energy bars if you like them)
water (at least 1 gallon)
ibuprophen/asprin or other medication of choice
personal medications
cash, check book etc
change of clothing
wipes (baby wipes)
folding chair & table
tooth brush, paste etc
sleeping bag, pillow, blanket, air matress
local map