Preparedness Toolkit

The Preparedness Toolkit includes website information and training courses on water-related emergency topics such as obtaining safe water, well remediation, septic system remediation, hygiene, and worker safety. This section is intended for use in "all hazards" situations where there is a need for water-related information to assist in waterborne disease and injury prevention activities.

The Preparedness Toolkit is divided into pages that focus on:

Preparedness: Before An Event

Resources for emergency preparedness before an event, including links to information on putting together disaster supply kits, proper drinking water storage and purification, and information for professionals on vulnerability assessments and other preparedness activities.

Preparedness: After An Event

Resources for recovering after an event, including links to information on locating and disinfecting water, inspecting wells and septic tanks, and following proper hygiene and sanitation procedures.

Preparedness Training (for Health Professionals and First Responders)

Resources for professional training including links to federal and non-federal sites dealing with vulnerability assessments, emergency response exercises, and incident planning.

A single Preparedness Links page featuring the links found on all three pages within the Preparedness Toolkit (Before An Event, After An Event, and Preparedness Training) is also available.

• Please note: Some of these publications are available for download only as *.pdf files. These files require Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to be viewed. Please review the information on downloading and using Acrobat Reader software.