• It is recommended that only code-compliant and approved hurricane shutters be used to protect your windows and doors during a storm
  
  
• If plywood is used, use 4x8-foot sheets of plywood 5/8-inch to 1/2-inch thick to put over windows. Ask for exterior plywood.
  
  
• Work gloves
  
  
• Work boots
  
  
• Hand tools - a hammer, screwdrivers, hand saws, shovel and pickax for after the storm
  
  
• If you use a chainsaw to clear debris, exercise extreme caution and consult the safety guide included with your saw.
  
  
• Power screwdriver
   
• 1/4 machine screw sockets and screws
   
• Assorted nails
   
• Plastic sheeting to cover furniture
   
• Rope
   
• Duct tape to waterproof items; masking tape isn't strong enough.
   
• Canvas or plastic tarps