Research & Publications

    Individuals or organizations who would like to order printed copies of Ready publications can do so by emailing FEMA-Publications-Warehouse@FEMA.gov or by calling 1-800-BE-READY (1-800-237-3239). Multiple copies can also be requested by downloading the Ready Materials Order Form (PDF - 139Kb), mailing or faxing it to the FEMA Warehouse:

    • Email: fema-publications-warehouse@fema.gov
    • Call: 1 (800) 480-2520 or 1 (540) 535-4071, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST), Monday – Friday
    • Fax: 1 (240) 699-0525
    • Mail: FEMA Distribution Center, 4440 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD 21704

    Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for free shipping.  If you require items earlier, orders can be expedited at the requester’s expense.

    Downloading Publications

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency 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

    Reprint Terms of Use

    In reproducing the publication, you agree to the following:

    • The content, photos, graphics and figures will not be altered in any way.
    • The materials should not be used or displayed in any manner as to imply that the Federal Emergency Management Agency or the U.S. Government endorses your company's products or services.

    If you have any comments or concerns about this agreement, please contact FEMA's Office of Public Affairs at 202-646-4600.

    Brochures for Individual & Family 

    Family Emergency Plan

    A two page form intended to help families document information necessary after an emergency.

    Emergency Supply List

    A comprehensive list of suggested materials to use in order to prepare for emergencies in one's home and for their families.

    General Brochure

    A comprehensive brochure explaining the key steps to emergency preparedness, including: being informed, making a plan, building a kit, and getting involved.

    Pet Owners

    A unique brochure containing information for pet owners and suggestions for proactive pet emergency preparedness.

    Seniors

    A unique brochure with information specific to Older Americans and tips on how to prepare for emergency situations

    People with Disabilities, Others with Access and Functional Needs and the Whole Community

    A unique brochure with information specific to Americans with disabilities, other access and functional needs regarding emergency preparedness.

    Business Resources

    Business Quadfold Brochure

    Ready Business Poster

    A full color poster with a brief description pertaining to business preparedness

    Business Continuity Plan

    A business continuity plan that includes recovery strategies to overcome the disruption of business should be developed.

    Business Impact Analysis Worksheet

    A business impact analysis (BIA) predicts the consequences of disruption of a business function and process and gathers information needed to develop recovery strategies.

    Continuity Resource Worksheet

    Business continuity impact analysis identifies the effects resulting from disruption of business functions and processes. It also uses information to make decisions about recovery priorities and strategies.

    Emergency Response Plan

    Plans to protect people, property and the environment should be developed. Plans should include evacuation, sheltering in place and lockdown as well as plans for other types of threats identified during the risk assessment.

    Emergency Response Plan Resources

    Resources are needed for all phases of preparing your business including prevention/deterrence, mitigation, emergency response, business continuity, crisis communications and disaster recovery.

    Insurance Review Worksheet

    Inadequate insurance coverage can lead to a major financial loss if your business is damaged, or operations are interrupted for a period of time.

    Program Coordinator Committee Worksheet

    Key employees should be organized as a program committee that will assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of the preparedness program.

    Risk Assessment Table

    Consider the different types of disasters that could impact your company and the likelihood that they might occur.

    Ready Kids Publications

    Coloring Book

    A coloring book with interactive activities to teach children about emergency preparedness.

    Ready Kids In-School Materials Developed by Scholastic Inc.

    Full color poster and 8-page teaching document outlining guidelines and strategies for teachers and children during emergencies.

    For more Ready Kids downloads, go to the Ready Kids publications page at www.ready.gov/kids/.