Ready for Anything: Comprehensive Emergency Preparedness Solutions
A Staples Business Advantage® Expert Solutions Guide.
In an unpredictable world, state and local governments need to stay prepared for emergencies. From natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires to unforeseen crises, having a robust emergency preparedness plan is essential—and that plan isn't complete without the right products and supplies.
With strategic planning and tailored resources, Staples Business Advantage supports your efforts to protect your communities and ensure their safety. Let us help you prepare, respond, and recover effectively in any emergency.
An All-Encompassing Plan
Emergencies vary from situation to situation—and so does its preparedness. That's why it's essential to consider all possibilities and stay ahead of potential threats and challenges. From state-level disaster response to local emergency management, Staples Business Advantage has the supplies you need to protect your communities and ensure swift, effective response.
Emergency Preparedness Essentials
Given that only 51% of Americans believe they're prepared for a disaster, governments must prioritize readiness initiatives to ensure every community member is protected if or when a disaster occurs.3 Keep a robust supply of essentials on hand, like bottled water and non-perishable food items, to protect your community through extended emergencies. Comprehensive emergency preparedness or first aid kits, complete with hand sanitizer, bandages, and antiseptic wipes, are helpful in a myriad of scenarios. It's also important to stock up on additional medical supplies such as defibrillators, pain relievers, CPR tools, and other critical medications so you can address a variety of health needs during a crisis.
In addition to medical supplies and food, having protective gear like gloves, respiratory protectors, eye goggles, hard hats, and fire extinguishers is vital for ensuring safety. High-visibility safety vests and traffic cones can help civilians spot first responders or identify hazardous zones during emergencies.
Mobile Solutions
In crisis situations, it's essential to have the right supplies that make establishing command centers and emergency shelters swift and easy. Mobile furniture solutions like folding tables and chairs are perfect for workspaces and rest areas because they are easily transportable and quick to set up. Camping supplies like pop-up tents and portable toilets can be used to create rapidly deployable shelters for immediate protection and the establishment of command centers. It's also important to consider wheelchairs and other mobility aids for individuals with disabilities during emergencies. These mobile solutions offer the flexibility needed to adapt to changing environments and requirements, ensuring efficient and effective emergency response.
Communication Necessities
Stay connected with reliable communication tools like walkie-talkies and portable radios. Backup generators are also crucial for maintaining a continuous power supply to communication devices and other critical equipment, preventing disruptions during emergencies. Be sure to keep extra chargers and charging cables for mobile devices and computers. These communication necessities enable efficient coordination and information sharing, which are essential for managing emergencies effectively.