U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Ideas

URGENT regarding possible substitution for the N95 mask

I recommend performing a test on the efficacy of using a disposable diaper (toddler size) in lieu of an N95 mask for all health care workers and first responders. I performed a fit test, and I was able to create a sufficient seal using just a diaper (and the included velcro straps). Note: disposable diapers are made of non-woven synthetic material just like N95... more »

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans will be afraid to go to the voting booths for the primaries and general election. As such, states will need to prepare for an influx of absentee and vote-by-mail ballots. processing and verifying these ballots is going to be a monstrous task, especially for states and counties that typically receive very little absentee ballots. With automatic signature verification of ballots, counties... more »

As a Medicare contracted Homecare Provider we are required to develop and maintain an emergency preparedness plan. The emergency is here. DHS should mobilize and procure and provide the N95 masks and personal protective equipment needed for Health Care providers of the (elderly).

PURPOSE:
Show schools how to create a free preparedness digital reference library to support their preparedness endeavors!
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WHY:
Statistics and material facts inform us that incidents begin at the local level, and end at the local level, and therefore, a variety of preparedness endeavors have targeted community preparedness. Schools typically engage in preparations and often conduct drills to bolster student readiness... more »

TOTAL NUMBER OF BUSINESSES IN THE U.S.: 30,437,428 (TOTAL)

NUMBER OF SINGLE-PERSON BUSINESSES IN THE U.S.: 19,850,941 (65.2%)

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PURPOSE:

This is a very basic discussion of some real world U.S. statistics that may imply that the majority of private sector small businesses have time or money constraints that adversely impact preparedness. All statistics used below come from U.S. Government agencies such as weather subject... more »

Is the DHS doing anything at all to prepare as well as protect our nation from an EMP attack? If not, why not? Something this serious should NEVER be ignored!! An EMP attack could wipe out our power grid leaving us without electricity for many months, possibly years! This event or weapon, commonly known as an EMP, creates a short burst of electromagnetic energy that can disrupt or even destroy electronic devices and systems,... more »