- If you observe a suspicious object or potential bomb, do not handle or go near the object.
- Clear the immediate area and call 911, and then Campus Safety and Security at ext. 366
- Do not evacuate the building until it has been deemed necessary by the police.
- Do not activate the fire alarm.
- Bomb threats may be received in offices via telephone, email, facsimile, mail or as a message. Always call 911.
- If a threat is received by mail, once the suspicous object is discovered, it should not be handled. This preserves fingerprints and protects individuals from potential harm.
- If an email threat is received, do not erase or delete it.
- Persons receiving a telephone bomb threat should try to gather as much information as possible about the caller, the alleged bomb and its location.
- Keep the caller on the telephone as long as possible and record as much information about the caller as you can.
- Refer to the attached Bomb Threat Call Information form.
- If an evacuation is deemed necessary, employee should report to the designated evacuation meeting area where they will receive further instructions.
Bomb Threat Call Information
If a telephone bomb threat is received, remain calm and note the information provided by the caller.
If possible, ask the following questions:
- When is the bomb to explode?
- Where is the bomb located?
- What kind of bomb is it?
- What does it look like?
- Why was the bomb placed?
- What will cause the bomb to explode?
- What is your name and address?
Caller's Voice
Calm | Laughing | Lisp | Disgust |
Angry | Crying | Raspy | Accent |
Excited | Normal | Deep | Familiar |
Slow | Distinct | Ragged | Rapid |
Slurred | Clearing throat | Soft | Nasal |
Deep breathing | Loud | Stutter | Cracking Voice |
If voice was familiar, who did it sound like?
Background Sounds
Street Noises | House Noises | Factory Machinery | Local |
Long Distance | Motor | Animal Noises | Crockery |
Voices | Office | Clear | Booth |
Other (please list) |
Threat Language
Well Spoken (well educated) | Foul | Incoherent | Irrational | Taped |
Remarks:
Time: ___________________ Date:___________________
Person receiving threat: _________________________
Position/title: ____________________________________
Phone number: __________________________________