ER™ 4 Person Standard Survival Kit

SKH4SR

Basic 72-Hour Shelter-in-Place Kit for Home Disaster Readiness

Severe weather, earthquakes, and other natural disasters can disrupt services and force families to shelter in place for extended periods. The ER™ 4 Person Standard Survival Kit provides essential 72-hour survival supplies for a family of four, packaged in a durable, water-resistant 5-gallon bucket with a snap-on toilet seat for added utility. As a streamlined version of Quake Kare’s Ultimate Deluxe Home Survival Kit, this kit contains the critical items needed to ensure your family’s safety and comfort following an emergency.

Designed for ease of storage and rapid deployment, this basic survival kit helps families stay prepared for a wide range of disaster scenarios.

Why You Need This Product

During disasters, public services can become overwhelmed or inaccessible. The ER™ 4 Person Standard Survival Kit ensures your family has access to core survival essentials when sheltering in place is necessary.

  • 72-Hour Support for Four People: Complete coverage for 3 days of survival needs.
  • Designed for Home Shelter-in-Place Readiness: Prepares households for earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and severe weather events.
  • Water-Resistant Storage Container: Durable sealed 5-gallon bucket protects supplies from moisture and damage.
  • Dual-Purpose Sanitation Bucket: Snap-on toilet seat provides emergency sanitation functionality.
  • Covers Essential Preparedness Categories: Nutrition, hydration, first aid, shelter, lighting, sanitation, and communication.
  • Space-Saving Storage: Compact design fits easily in closets, basements, or garages.

Reference the ER™ Home Preparedness Guide for more detailed information on how you can prepare your home. 

US$169.99
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Contents

Contents

  • 3-day supply per person of ER™ 2400 Calorie Food bars and Water Pouches: One bar and three water pouches provide 72-hours of sustenance for one person. The U.S. Coast Guard tested, evaluated, and certified ER™ Emergency Rations to remain fresh for up to 5 years, even when exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations. ER™ rations safely store outdoors or in areas exposed to temperatures ranging from -22°F to 149°F (-30°C to 65°C).
  • 5-Gallon Bucket Storage Container: The bucket has several strategic survival and storage advantages. 
    • Emergency Sanitation: bucket includes a snap-on toilet seat. 
    • Collect and treat water with Aquatabs® Water Purification Strips (included). 
    • The water-resistant containers store safely anywhere inside or outside an office building within a temperature range of -22°F to 149°F (-30°C to 65°C).
  • Hand-Crank/Solar Powered Flashlight: Does not require batteries.
  • First Aid & PPE: (1) First Aid Kit , and (4) surgical face masks, provide treatment for minor injuries and help prevent the spread of illnesses.
  • (4) Thermal blankets, (4) Ponchos: Protect against the elements when sheltering outside.
  • (10) Aquatabs® Water Filtration Tablets: Each tablet treats up to 2 quarts of water.
  • AM/FM Radio: Batteries included.

Additional items include:

12-hour Fluorescent Light Stick
5-in-1 Whistle: whistle, signal mirror, compass, flint, and hollow container for matches
Pocket Survival Guide
Emergency Contact Cards

Specifications

Specifications

Expiration Dates

ER™ Food Bars and Water Pouches have a 5-year shelf-life certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, but some of the first aid items require replacement after two years. Reference blog post “Maintaining Emergency Rations” in the ER™ Preparedness Blog  for why you should not rely on store-bought canned goods and water bottles in your survival kit. 

SKU: SKH4SR
Product Type: 4-Person standard home survival kit
Weight: 17 lbs.
Dimensions: 12" x 14" x 12"
Shelf-life: up to 5 years (food, water), shelf life varies on some first aid items
Supply Duration: 3 days, 4 people
Standards: Complies with FEMA, Red Cross, and U.S. Coast Guard guidelines

Features

Features

Food & Water

  • ER™ 2400 Calorie Food Bars and water pouches for four people.
  • Certified by the U.S. Coast Guard with a 5-year shelf life.
  • Safe for temperature fluctuations, ideal for indoor or garage storage.

 

First Aid Kit

  • Basic wound care supplies for minor injuries.
  • Includes bandages, antiseptics, gauze, and essential first aid items.

 

Shelter & Warmth

  • Mylar emergency blankets for thermal protection.
  • Weatherproof ponchos to guard against cold, rain, and wind.

 

Lighting & Communication

  • Compact emergency flashlight for visibility.
  • Emergency whistle for signaling and communication.

 

Sanitation & Hygiene

  • Snap-on toilet seat converts bucket for emergency sanitation.
  • Waste bags, moist towelettes, tissues, and hand sanitizers.

 

Water-Resistant 5-Gallon Bucket Container

  • Sealed, stackable design for secure long-term storage.
  • Protects supplies and allows multi-use versatility in an emergency.

 

 

Trusted by Professionals

The ER™ 4 Person Standard Survival Kit is assembled in the United States by legally blind employees of Lighthouse for the Blind – St. Louis, combining Quake Kare’s expertise with a commitment to social responsibility. This partnership ensures high-quality assembly while supporting inclusive employment.

Families, emergency planners, businesses, and agencies nationwide trust Quake Kare’s extensive experience and compliance with FEMA, Red Cross, and Department of Education guidelines to deliver life-saving emergency solutions.

Uses

Uses

  • Family home emergency preparedness
  • Earthquake, hurricane, tornado, and winter storm readiness
  • Shelter-in-place emergency planning
  • Family disaster response kits for apartments, homes, or rural properties
  • Residential community preparedness programs

 

 

Prepare with Confidence

Natural disasters may be unpredictable, but your family's readiness doesn't have to be. The ER™ 4 Person Standard Survival Kit provides the essential resources your household needs to shelter in place safely during the first critical days of a disaster. Compact, affordable, and trusted by preparedness professionals, this kit gives your family peace of mind when facing the unexpected.

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