Delta-27 Civil Resilience
Household Readiness Field Checklists
Two practical, editable documents to help you assess your essential household readiness. Record what you already have, identify any gaps and plan periodic reviews.
Begin with the essentials, then adapt for your household.
- Checklist 01 establishes a core 72-hour household baseline.
- Checklist 02 helps you add household-specific, seasonal, vehicle and local-risk considerations.
- Both documents can be completed electronically in Word or printed for handwritten use.
Field Checklist 01
72-Hour Household Essentials
Use this checklist first to review core water, food, medication, hygiene, lighting, communication, warmth and practical household-continuity items.
- Record what is available, needed or due for replacement.
- Note quantities, expiry dates and storage locations.
- Set the next household review date.
Field Checklist 02
Household Adaptation and Enhancement
Use this checklist after completing Checklist 01 to account for household composition, medical continuity, pets, documents, vehicles, seasonal conditions and local risks.
- Mark only the sections relevant to your circumstances.
- Record seasonal and location-specific considerations.
- Review after significant household changes.
How to use the checklist series
1. Assess
Work through Checklist 01 and record what is already available.
2. Adapt
Use Checklist 02 to add household-specific and regional considerations.
3. Prioritise
Address the most important gaps first and avoid unnecessary purchasing. Once you know what is missing, use the gap-to-category guide below to review only the relevant preparedness options.
4. Review
Recheck expiry dates, quantities and seasonal needs every six months.
Turn identified gaps into proportionate actions
Use your checklist to review only genuine gaps. If you already have a suitable item, there is no need to replace it.
Water & hydration: review water options · Light & backup energy: review light and energy options · Communication: review communication options
Warmth & shelter: review thermal protection · Food preparation: review food-preparation options · First aid & wellbeing: review first-aid options
Several essential gaps?
Compare individual costs and what you already own before considering a pre-assembled pack. Review 72-hour resilience packs →
General guidance
These checklists provide general household-readiness guidance. Adapt them to local official advice, regional hazards, household circumstances and any medical or accessibility requirements. Record the existence and location of sensitive documents rather than storing private information within the checklist itself.