Essential Emergency Preparedness for One Person
1 Person Premium 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit | Emergency Kit NZ | Earthquake & Civil Defence Preparedness Kit
When an emergency strikes, there may only be seconds to act.
Earthquakes, storms, power outages, and evacuations can happen with little warning. Having a ready-to-go emergency grab bag means you can leave quickly with the critical supplies you need to stay safe, warm, and prepared.
Our 1 Person Premium 72-Hour Emergency Survival kit has been carefully assembled to support you during the critical first hours of an emergency. The contents have been selected with reference to preparedness guidance from the National Emergency Management Agency and New Zealand Civil Defence.
Packed inside a high-visibility Yellow waterproof 25 Ltr Backpack, this grab bag keeps your supplies protected and easy to locate when every moment matters.
Designed for reliability and practicality, it is one of the most comprehensive single-person emergency grab bags available on the New Zealand market.
Preparation today provides peace of mind tomorrow.
Optional Emergency Food Rations
This 1 Person Premium 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit is available with or without emergency survival rations.
The optional food pack includes:
4 × High Energy Emergency Food Rations
• Total of 3680 calories
• Enough energy to sustain one adult for approximately three day in a survival situation
• Long shelf life and compact design (20 Years from Date of Manurfacture)
• Ideal for emergency preparedness kits and evacuation bags
Ready for NZ Emergencies — When It Really Matters
Emergencies don’t announce themselves — and help may take more than 72 hours to arrive. That’s why having a reliable 72 hour kit in NZ is essential for personal preparedness. Based on Civil Defence and 72‑hour rule guidance, this premium single‑person emergency survival kit gives you the critical supplies you need to stay safe and self‑sufficient when disaster strikes
Everything You Need — Packed & Ready to Go
This kit comes complete in a high‑visibility waterproof dry backpack so you can grab and go immediately in an evacuation or sudden emergency.
🔥 Included in This Premium Survival Kit
Water & Hydration
- 2 × 500 ml water bottles
- EF‑Chlor water purification tablets (treat up to 100 L)
- 10 L water transport bag
Shelter & Warmth
- Waterproof IPX6 dry backpack — bright yellow
- Thermal survival blanket
- Premium water‑resistant rain poncho
- Emergency Survival Shelter
Health & First Aid
- Essential Family first aid kit with essential supplies
- ESKO Xtreme safety glasses
Light & Communication
- Wuben H3 LED headlamp + batteries
- Panasonic AM/FM radio for emergency updates + batteries
- Glow sticks and ACME 636 Slim Line Tornado Whistle
Tools & Safety
- PVC utility duct tape
- High‑strength rope
- Leather safety gloves
- Notepad & Bic Biro and Marker Pen
- 5 Class 4 Ear Plugs
- Hi-Vis Day Night Vest
- Lynn RIver Premium Leather Gloves
Hygiene & Sanitation (Next72Hours Emergency Hygiene Kit)
- Emergency hygiene kit (40 Terra Wipes, Hand Sanitiser, Mini Soaps, Pocket Tissues, Body Wash, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, N95 Mask, Bio Hazard Bag)
- 5 × N95 masks & 3× biohazard waste bags
- 16 Pack of Libra Tampons
- Roll of Toilet Paper
Comfort & Morale
- Pack of playing cards
Optional: add emergency survival food rations to complete your 72‑hour supplies.
Built for New Zealand Conditions
From earthquakes and storms to severe weather and infrastructure disruptions, New Zealand has its fair share of natural hazards. This 1 person survival grab bag is designed to help you respond quickly with essential, high‑quality supplies recommended for individual emergency preparedness.
✔ Ideal for:
- Individuals & solo travellers
- Home emergency kits
- Car or workplace grab bags
- Students and renters
Why You Need a 72‑Hour Kit in NZ
In a major emergency, services like water, power, and communications may be unavailable for days. Emergency preparedness authorities recommend everyone has at least three days of essential supplies ready to go. This kit aligns with that guidance to give you peace of mind and practical preparedness.
How to Use It
Store your kit:
- In the house near an exit
- In your vehicle for travel emergencies
- At work as part of your personal preparedness
Use this pack when you need to leave quickly or sustain yourself through disruptions with:
- clean water
- essential shelter
- communications
- first aid
- food (if added)
Designed for New Zealand Emergencies
New Zealand’s unique environment means being prepared for natural hazards is essential. Earthquakes, severe weather, flooding, and infrastructure disruptions can occur without warning.
This 1 Person Premium 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit is designed to help individuals respond quickly with key supplies recommended for personal emergency preparedness.
Ideal for storing in your:
• Home
• Car
• Workplace
• Boat or caravan
• Emergency evacuation kit
So it’s ready when you need it most.
Be Ready. Stay Safe.
Emergency preparedness isn't about fear — it’s about confidence and peace of mind.
Having a 72-Hour Emergency Kit ready means you can focus on what matters most when an emergency happens: your safety.
Why Every New Zealander Should Have a 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit or 72-Hour Grab Bag?
New Zealand is one of the most naturally dynamic places in the world. Earthquakes, severe storms, flooding, and infrastructure disruptions can occur with little warning.
Emergency preparedness experts recommend keeping essential supplies ready so you can respond quickly if you need to leave your home or if services are disrupted.
Preparedness advice from the National Emergency Management Agency and New Zealand Civil Defence encourages households to maintain emergency supplies that can support them when an emergency occurs.
A 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit helps ensure you have the essentials ready to go — saving valuable time during stressful situations.
Being prepared doesn’t mean expecting the worst.
It means being ready to look after yourself and those around you if something unexpected happens.
Built for Real Emergency Situations
Our 1 Premium 72-Hour Emergency Grab Bag / Survival Kit has been designed to balance practical emergency supplies, portability, and reliability. Don't let the term Basic fool you though, this kit has been well designed and is one of the most comprehensive on the market today.
Key features include:
🟡 High Visibility Waterproof Dry Bag
Bright Red for easy identification and designed to help keep contents dry.
🧤 Heavy Duty Leather Safety Gloves
Protect your hands when clearing debris, moving obstacles, or navigating damaged environments.
🚰 Emergency Water Treatment
EF-Chlor purification tablets allow you to safely treat up to 100 litres of water.
🚨 Professional Safety Whistle
Includes the powerful ACME Tornado 636 Slimline Whistle used worldwide for emergency signalling.
🛟 Thermal Protection
A survival blanket and rain poncho help protect against exposure in harsh weather conditions.
Where Should You Store Your 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit / 72-Hour Grab Bag?
For the best emergency preparedness, experts recommend keeping grab bags in places where they can be accessed quickly.
Common locations include:
🏠 At Home – near an exit or in a hall cupboard
🚗 In Your Vehicle – useful if an emergency occurs while travelling
🏢 At Work – many emergencies occur during working hours
⛵ Boat or Caravan – ideal for outdoor travel and adventures
Having multiple 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kits across locations helps ensure you always have access to essential supplies.
Peace of Mind Through Preparedness
Emergencies are unpredictable, but preparation gives you control over how you respond.
This Premium 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit and Disaster Kit provides carefully selected essentials so you can act quickly and confidently when it matters most.
Prepared today. Ready tomorrow.
When Would You Use This 1 Person 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit / 72-Hour Grab Bag?
Emergencies can happen without warning. Having a ready-to-go grab bag ensures you have the essential supplies needed to respond quickly.
This 1 Person 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit is designed for situations such as:
🌏 Earthquakes
If a major earthquake damages your home or disrupts essential services, having emergency supplies ready helps you stay safe while you assess the situation.
🌧 Severe Storms & Flooding
Extreme weather events can lead to evacuations, road closures, and power outages. A grab bag ensures you have key supplies if you need to leave quickly.
🚨 Emergency Evacuations
If authorities advise leaving your area, a prepared bag means you can go immediately with important essentials already packed.
⚡ Power Outages or Infrastructure Disruptions
Storms and natural hazards can disrupt power, water, and communication networks.
Preparedness advice from the National Emergency Management Agency and New Zealand Civil Defence recommends keeping emergency supplies ready in case these situations occur.
Who Is This 1 Person 72-Hour Emergency Survival Kit / 72-Hour Grab Bag Ideal For?
This kit is designed for:
✔ Individuals living alone
✔ Students and renters
✔ Emergency preparedness for vehicles
✔ Workplace emergency kits
✔ Outdoor travellers and campers
✔ People building a household emergency plan
It can also be combined with additional kits to build family emergency preparedness setups.
FAQ's Frequently Asked Questions – 1 Person Premium 72-Hour Kit NZ
Q1: How long will this kit last?
A: This kit is designed to support one person for 72 hours in an emergency, providing water, shelter, first aid, lighting, and essential survival tools. Food is optional and can be added to extend the kit.
Q2: Is this kit suitable for New Zealand conditions?
A: Yes. It’s built for NZ hazards including earthquakes, storms, floods, and power outages. The waterproof dry bag protects your gear, and all items are selected for local preparedness standards.
Q3: Can I customize the kit?
A: Absolutely. You can add emergency food, extra water purification tablets, or other personal items to suit your needs. The dry bag has enough space for additional essentials.
Q4: Is the kit ready to grab-and-go?
A: Yes. Everything comes packed in a waterproof backpack, making it easy to evacuate quickly if needed.
Q5: What certifications or quality standards do the items meet?
A: Water purification tablets, first aid items, and tools meet recommended NZ Civil Defence and emergency preparedness standards. All items are tested for durability and reliability.
Q6: Can I buy multiple kits?
A: Yes. Perfect for families, workplaces, or group preparedness. Consider combining kits with our family-sized kits for larger households.
Q7: How should I store this kit?
A: Keep it in a dry, accessible location, such as near your home exit, in your car, or at work. Replace perishable items periodically and check batteries annually.