Lesson 1Hygiene and sanitation: personal hygiene kits, waste management, low-water sanitation techniques for small unitsMaintain hygiene and manage waste in a small unit during outages. We cover compact hygiene kits, low‑water cleaning, improvised toilets, waste bagging and storage, odour control, and neighbour‑friendly sanitation habits.
Personal hygiene kits for tight spacesHand cleaning with limited waterBucket toilets, liners, and absorbentsTrash segregation, sealing, and stagingOdor, pests, and neighbor considerationsLesson 2Food planning for 72 hours: shelf-stable nutrition, special dietary/medication-compatible options, portioning and rotation in small spacesPlan 72 hours of food that is shelf‑stable, easy to prepare, and compatible with medical or dietary needs. Learn menu planning, portioning, packaging, rotation, and how to cook with minimal fuel and cleanup.
Calorie and protein targets per personNo‑cook and low‑fuel meal optionsDietary restrictions and medication timingPortioning, repackaging, and bug controlRotation schedules and menu rehearsalsLesson 3Communication essentials: short-range radios, backup phone power plans, battery management and charging hierarchyMaintain communication when networks are stressed or down. This section explains radio options, backup phone power plans, battery hierarchy, charging order, and how to prioritize information and check‑ins with family or neighbours.
Prioritizing devices and communication goalsFRS/GMRS and PMR radios for apartmentsPhone power‑saving and offline appsBattery rotation and charging hierarchyCheck‑in schedules and message templatesLesson 4First aid and medications: creating a compact kit, medication management for daily prescriptions, safe storage, legal/medical documentation to carryAssemble a compact first aid kit and manage medications for 72 hours. This section covers trauma basics, chronic prescriptions, safe storage, documentation, and how to adapt care when professional help is delayed.
Core items for a compact first aid kitManaging daily prescriptions and backupsSafe storage for meds and temperature limitsMedical summaries and legal documentsWhen to self‑treat, call, or evacuateLesson 5Thermal comfort: passive measures, blankets, portable heat sources, cooling strategies for heat events, apartment constraintsStay warm or cool during outages using low‑energy methods suited to apartments. Learn clothing strategies, layering bedding, safe portable heat, passive cooling, and how to manage windows and airflow without power.
Clothing layers and cold‑weather zoningBlanket forts and shared‑heat sleeping plansIndoor‑safe portable heaters and risksShading, ventilation, and night flushingHeat‑wave hydration and rest planningLesson 6Cooking and heating options without grid power: safe indoor and balcony-compatible methods, fuel choices, storage and ventilation precautionsLearn safe, efficient ways to cook and stay warm without grid power in apartments. We cover indoor‑safe stoves, balcony setups, fuel types, storage limits, ventilation, carbon monoxide risks, and fire‑safety routines.
Indoor‑safe stoves and fuel typesBalcony cooking setups and wind shieldingVentilation and carbon monoxide preventionFuel quantity planning and safe storageFire extinguishers and emergency shut‑downLesson 7Lighting and power for essential devices: light sources, battery selection, power banks, basic solar chargers, safe charging practicesPlan reliable lighting and power for critical devices during outages. You will compare light types, choose and store batteries, size power banks, use basic solar chargers, and apply safe charging and fire‑prevention practices.
Headlamps, lanterns, and task lightingBattery chemistries and shelf‑life planningSizing and choosing power banksEntry‑level solar panels and charge controllersSafe charging, cords, and fire preventionLesson 8Basic tools and household repair: multi-tool, duct tape, rope, flashlight, basic electrical and plumbing fixes in apartmentsBuild a compact repair kit for small apartments and emergencies. This section covers essential tools, safe tool use, quick electrical and plumbing fixes, and simple structural and furniture repairs to keep your home functional.
Core hand tools for tight spacesMulti‑tool selection and safe useTemporary electrical cord and outlet fixesMinor plumbing leaks and drain clearingFast fixes with tape, glue, and cordageLesson 9Storage, rotation, and inventory management for small apartments: space-saving methods, labelling, FIFO rotation, affordable shelving and container strategiesOrganize supplies in a small apartment so you can find and rotate them quickly. We cover space‑saving layouts, labelling systems, FIFO rotation, simple inventory tracking, and low‑cost shelving and container solutions.
Mapping storage zones and access pathsVertical shelving and under‑bed storageLabeling, color codes, and clear binsFIFO rotation for food and consumablesPaper and digital inventory trackingLesson 10Water needs calculation and safe storage for 2 adults + 1 elderly: daily needs, storage types, rotation schedulesCalculate and store enough safe water for two adults and one elderly person for 72 hours. Learn daily needs, storage containers, treatment options, rotation schedules, and how to place water in small apartments without hazards.
Daily drinking and hygiene water estimatesChoosing jugs, bricks, and stackable containersTap pre‑fill, filters, and chemical treatmentLabeling, dating, and rotation routinesWeight, floor load, and spill management
