International Preparedness Network

HOW TO JOIN THE IPN

Joining the IPN is easy! Before you begin the process, please take note of the following rules:

You cannot join if you have been convicted of a felony. There are exceptions to this rule i.e. civil rights, social activists or, individuals who have been unjustly convicted, non-violent offenders and other limited cases.

Failure to disclose information regarding criminal history to IPN will result in the immediate and permanent expulsion from the organization.

IPN will not accept memberships from individuals with mental health problems or substance abusers unless they are involved with an official treatment program that can be verified by us.  The IPN has a number of contacts in the harm-reduction field, and will be happy to share them with all who request information.  Write to info@readyforanything.org.

IPN does not permit any proselytizing by official members.

Please read the following information thoroughly before signing application form.

The IPN has two (2) different member types and seven (7) levels.

You must become an active member to qualify for official status in the higher levels.

The most common IPN members are GENERAL and ACTIVE. (in the following order)

GENERAL IPN members are not required to practice or study the IPN operations protocol IA-DO (The Way Of Improvisational Adaptation). GENERAL membership entitles them to:

1. Participate in specific IPN events, receive the IPN newsletter Klaxon, and reports from IPNtel (if they place their email on the IPN list serve). GENERAL membership is free (donations are accepted) GENERAL members are strongly encouraged (but not required) to purchase the IPN manual Preparedness NOW! Active IPN members GENERAL or ACTIVE membership seems best for you, proceed to end of page & fill out your application. If you would prefer to learn more about the IPN experience and curriculum, read on!

2. ACTIVE Members signify that the IPN member has taken and successfully completed his or her IPN IA-DO basic emergency preparedness course (Preparedness NOW!) ACTIVE IPN members may participate in all IPN events, will receive an IPN official ID card, member number and code can wear official ACTIVE Member IPN Gear and, can form small IPN chapters Community Service Units (CSU’s) ACTIVE Members yearly dues fees are $40.00 All IPN ACTIVE members receive their start up kit including a copy of the IPN basic operations manual Preparedness NOW!, an IPN official ID card, member number and code. IPN ACTIVE member Volunteers pay only $25.00 for their start up kit.

IPN MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

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ADDITIONAL IPN ACTIVE MEMBER CLASSIFICATIONS:

3. IPN Basic Instructors have successfully completed all of their IPN Basic IA-DO training classes including outdoor survival, BLS (basic life saving) and orienteering. IPN instructors receive an IPN official ID card, member number and code. They can also stage their own IPN events, wear official instructors gear, form CSU’s and, IPN Circle Chapters (CC’s) for 100 members or more. All IPN instructors have the option of posting themselves on the IPN website to promote their services and activities.

4. IPN Consultants have successfully completed all of the following classes, basic to intermediate IA, outdoor survival & orienteering, emergency shelter construction, emergency renewable energy systems set up, BLS training emergency first aid, LifeDefense and, if able bodied, IPN Consultants must meet specific IPN physical performance requirements. (see rules) Consultants can also stage their own IPN events, form Community Service Units, IPN Circle chapters (100 members or more) and, represent IPN in the media (in their local area). All IPN Consultants have the option of posting themselves on the IPN website with a complete webpage (contact webadmin@readyforanything.org) on the IPN website to promote their services and activities.

5. IPN Agents have successfully completed all of the following classes, basic to advanced IA, outdoor survival & orienteering, emergency shelter construction, emergency renewable energy systems set up, BLS training emergency first aid, Life-Defense, IPN XET-7 training,

6. IPNgines command all of the advanced levels of IPN training and, have the option of becoming part of the IPN leadership council – AS O.N.E. (Ascenders Society of One Nation Earth)

7. Protector (see Protector section of website) The IPN protector program is only for the individual dedicated to attaining the highest levels of emergency preparedness/response skills. It entails all of the advanced levels of IPN training including many other different types of preparedness/response/tactical training. They must be superbly fit, strong and have a high level of technical, and scientific skill.

NOTE: All IPN members (with the exception of member supporters) practice the IPN operations Protocol IA (improvisational adaptation)

The IPN symbol for IA is called a DANGERSHIELD®. The DANGERSHIELD® uses the internationally recognized symbols for fire, flood, storms, biohazards, earthquakes and radiation. IPN active members, instructors, consultants, agent/consultants, agents, IPNgines and protectors wear the DANGERSHIELD® on their clothing to signify their membership & rank within the organization and, their overall level of preparedness. This is called “DANSCA.”

The preparedness levels are measured on the DANSCA (DANGERSHIELD®) ranking scale) D level 1 is the lowest (basic rank) & D level 7 is highest (Protector).

LEVEL 1 FIRE

I.P.N. Basic XET7 Active member curriculum:

• Basic personal and home preparedness rules.
• Basic personal and home preparedness equipment, identification and applications.
• Basic personal and home protective equipment (PPE’s)
• 1 EvacUWalk
• Basic nuclear, biological, chemical event (terrorism) & seismic emergency & severe storm safety.
• Basic auto and travel safety.
• Basic FirstAid.
• Basic emergency lighting & power.
• Basic emergency transportation.
• Basic home and personal fire safety. (In NYC, Chicago add basic Hirise & subway fire escape.
• Basic personal* and home defense. (optional)
• Basic food & water purification and storage.
• Basic emergency communications.

LEVEL 2 FLOOD: The second level (#2) is marked by the FLOOD symbol. has successfully completed 20 hours of XET7 training. This includes part #1 plus:

• Basic Outdoor Survival (1 day)
• Ham radio operators basics – technicians class
• Specialized preparedness equipment identification and applications.
• PPE usage & special applications
• Knot tying
• Basic emergency rappelling
• Intermediate emergency power generation
• Basic sanitation and field hygiene
• Intermediate home and personal defense
• Intermediate home security
• Intermediate radiological, seismic, chemical event and severe storm safety.