PREPAREDNESS & TRAVEL RESOURCE LIBRARY

Personal Safety

Personal safety checklist, alarms, lighting, storage and equipment care.

From Jo Landolfo’s guide · Section 16.1

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    • Prepper Tip: Keep one within arm’s reach while driving.
    • Rotation: Replace every 18–24 months.
    • Storage: Avoid extreme heat.
    • Prepper Tip: Test monthly.
    • Rotation: Replace batteries every 6 months.
    • Storage: Clip to purse or belt.
    • Prepper Tip: Strong enough to disorient an attacker.
    • Rotation: Recharge monthly.
    • Storage: One near bed, one in vehicle.
    • Prepper Tip: Keep in the same spot for muscle memory.
    • Storage: Easy-reach pocket.
    • Prepper Tip: One-hand opening is ideal.
    • Rotation: Oil hinges every 3–6 months.
    • Storage: Purse or camp kit.
    • Use: Critical for hotels or stealth stops.
    • Storage: Overnight bag.
    • Prepper Tip: Three blasts = universal distress signal.
    • Storage: Clip inside camper or purse.
    • Rotation: Charge monthly.
    • Storage: Hide one in vehicle, one in bag.

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