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Ordering Publications
Individuals or organizations who would like to order printed copies of Ready publications can do so by calling 1-800-BE-READY. Multiple copies can also be requested by calling the FEMA Warehouse at 1-800-480-2520
Downloading Publications
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has made files for the Ready Campaign's publications available to the public to download at no cost. As a result, organizations can reproduce these materials and help expand the reach of this critical information. If you wish to place your organization's logo or mailing information on the publication, please download the customizable brochure back cover.
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Reprint Terms of Use
In reproducing the publication, you agree to the following:
- Any customization of the publication will be limited to the addition of a logo and address on the back cover, not to exceed the type size of DHS's name and address, in the location provided.
- The content, photos, graphics and figures will not be altered in any way beyond permitted customization.
- The materials should not be used or displayed in any manner as to imply that the Department of Homeland Security or the U.S. Government endorses your company's products or services.
If you have any comments or concerns about this agreement, please contact DHS's Office of Public Affairs at (202) 282-8010.
Individual & Family Publications
- High-Resolution "Family Emergency Plan" Quadfold Brochure
This is a full-color, two-sided, quad-fold brochure. PDF format - 1.5Mb
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ZIP Archive Version - Family Emergency Plan US Letter - 8.5" x 12"
This is a full-color, two-sided document. PDF format - 581 Kb
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Adobe Acrobat PDF - Web Version - active input fields to enter information. - High-Resolution "Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now." Trifold Brochure
This is a full-color, two-sided, tri-fold brochure. PDF format - 6Mb
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ZIP Archive Version - Customizable Trifold Back Cover
This is a one-page customizable page to include your organization's logo. PDF format - 1 Mb
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ZIP Archive Version - High-Resolution "Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now." Booklet
This is a full-color, 16 page booklet. PDF format, Web Version - 790Kb and ZIP Format, All Print Files - 67Mb
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ZIP Archive Version - Customizable Brochure Back Cover
This is a one-page customizable page to include your organization's logo. PDF format - 1 Mb
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ZIP Archive Version - "Are You Ready?" Manual
This is a 204-page In-depth guide to citizen preparedness. PDF format - 20.6Mb and TXT format - 224Kb
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Text Version - Emergency Supply List
This download is a full-color, two-sided, tri-fold brochure. PDF format - 253 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - "Older Americans" Quad-fold Brochure
This is a full-color, two-sided, quad-fold brochure. PDF format - 3.3 Mb and 3.7 Mb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - "Disabilities and Special Needs" Quad-fold Brochure
This is a full-color, two-sided, quad-fold brochure. PDF format - 3.4 Mb and 3.75 Mb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - "Information for Pet Owners" Trifold Brochure
This is a full-color, two-sided, tri-fold brochure. PDF format - 1.2 Mb
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For more information on individual and family preparedness go to the Ready America publications page at www.ready.gov/america/publications/index.html
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Printer-Friendly Handouts
These two-page printer-friendly handouts are condensed versions of our brochures and are an easy and inexpensive way to supplement the Ready brochures at events where you expect mass attendance. These can also be easily sent to employees, colleagues, members or stakeholders via email.
- (Modified) "Preparing Makes Sense - Get Ready Now"
This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 1 Mb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - English
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Spanish - (Modified) "Preparing Makes Sense - Older Americans"
This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 833 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - English
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Spanish - (Modified) "Preparing Makes Sense - Individuals with Disabilities and Other Special Needs"
This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 911 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - English
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Spanish - (Modified) "Preparing Makes Sense - Pet Owners"
This download is 2-sided, 4-color. PDF format - 673 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - English
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Spanish
Business Publications
- "Every Business Should Have A Plan." Quad-Fold Brochure
This download is a 2-sided, 4-color quad-fold document. PDF format - 264 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - "Every Business Should Have A Plan." Booklet
This download is a 12 page book, full-color cover. PDF format - 6.7 Mb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - General Business Poster
This is a one-page, full-color document,reminding business people to protect their business with an Emergency Preparedness Plan. PDF format - 223 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Sample Business Emergency Plan
This download is a 7 page document, full-color cover. PDF format - 466 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - What Does It Cost?
This is a one-page document, covering the general costs to a business for disaster protection and a business continuity plan. PDF format - 128 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Insurance Discussion Form
Use this form to discuss your insurance coverage with your agent. Having adequate coverage now will help your business recover more rapidly from a catastrophe. PDF format - 227 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Computer Inventory Form
This is a one-page document, with table fields for hardware type, sizes, purchased date, serial number and cost. PDF format - 148 Kb
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For more Ready Business downloads, go to the Ready Business publications page at www.ready.gov/business/publications/index.html
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Ready Kids Publications
- Ready Kids Activity Book
This is a full-color, two-page document. PDF format - 2.4 Mb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Ready Kids Poster
This is a full-color poster. PDF format - 692 Kb
Adobe Acrobat PDF - Ready Kids Teaching Guide
This is a full-color, 8-page document. PDF format - 456 Kb
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For more Ready Kids downloads, go to the Ready Kids publications page at www.ready.gov/kids/parents/downloads.html
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