An evacuation (escape) kit is also known by the English acronym BOB. Its basic idea is to be able to take it with you at any time, along with all the most important items to protect your life for a minimum of three days (72 hours). However, completing such a kit yourself may not be easy.

Where to start

When choosing the ideal evacuation kit, there are several aspects to consider.

The first most important point will be the weight. If the kit is too heavy, it will limit our mobility. Its capacity need not exceed 35 litres. 

On a par with the first point in choosing an evacuation kit, attention should be paid to the material from which it will be made. Weak and thin material used in production, may not stand up to the prevailing conditions and break under the weight of the equipment. The best material seems to be CORDURA®, extremely resistant to abrasion and tearing. 

Equipment

Of course, it is best to buy a complete evacuation kit with all the equipment. This will ensure that nothing is left out and that all items are in the best place for them.

Essential for survival is water, which unfortunately is quite heavy and takes up a lot of space, so water purification tablets should be included in your evacuation kit. They kill bacteria, the ingestion of which leads to poisoning of the body. Help Bag™ evacuation kits also include a steel mug and burner necessary to boil water, and a thermos in which to store a supply of water should another source of water be unavailable for a long time.

The ability to light a fire will also ensure our survival. A lighter, matches and a flint must not be missing. Light is another thing we need to take care of to ensure our safety, so it would be best to have several independent light sources such as a head torch, a classic torch and a dynamo torch. An additional source of energy in the form of a power bank is at a premium.

Let's take responsibility for our own lives and the lives of those we encounter, so let's make sure we have the necessary equipment such as a first aid kit. A portable hygiene kit will help us stay comfortable during increased exertion in difficult and adverse conditions. 

The atmospheric conditions we are in can also pose a risk to our health. An evacuation kit should include a thermal blanket, hand and foot warmers and, most importantly, a rain cape. A simple tool kit, for example, will help to prepare a makeshift shelter. Essential items that should be included in an evacuation kit are a knife, a strong rope, a folding handsaw and repair tape.

The evacuation kit should include a sleeping bag to protect us from the cold, as well as an inflatable pillow to increase our comfort. The kit should be protected from getting wet. A rain cover is therefore useful.

In the event of smoke or air poisoning, protective goggles and a filter mask to cover the nose and mouth may be necessary. 

Help Bag™ ready-made evacuation kits include:

• first aid kit
• mouthpiece for artificial respiration
• thermal blanket
• multifunction tool
• emergency telephone with fm radio
• sleeping bag
• power bank
• hygiene kit
• leather and work gloves
• water disinfection tablets
• headlamp
• hand and foot warmers
• repair tape
• lighter
• warning lamp
• flint with whistle and compass
• zip ties
• gas burner
• reflective waistcoat
• rescue knife
• safety goggles
• half mask respirator
• handsaw
• quick-dry towel
• steel cup
• rain cloak

All these solutions are applied to the Help Bag™ evacuation kits. It is a complete product, created on the basis of suggestions from experienced rescuers and enthusiasts of the art of survival. Help Bag™ products are indispensable for every responsible person who values safety not only in extreme situations, but also in everyday life. Source: Help Bag™ - Evacuation kits