Bomb Threat / Suspicious Package

TELEPHONE THREAT

  • Remain calm.
  • Do not hang up, keep the caller on the line as long as possible, and listen carefully.
  • Note the time of the call.
  • Ask the caller the following questions:

    • Where is the bomb?
    • When will it explode?
    • What does the bomb look like?
    • What kind of bomb is it?
    • What is the caller's name and motive for placing the bomb?
    • Are you an employee?
    • Are you a student?
  • Write down any pertinent information such as background noises, gender of caller, and voice pitches and patterns.
  • Notify the building administrator's office immediately.

SUSPICIOUS PACKAGES/WRITTEN OR EMAIL THREAT

  • Remain calm.
  • Do not touch or approach a bomb or suspicious device.
  • Do not use your portable radio or cell phone.
  • Notify the building administrator's office immediately.
  • Do not attempt to move or open the package.
  • Keep anyone from handling it or going near it.
  • Evacuate occupants from the immediate area.
  • Write down everything you remember about the letter or parcel.
  • Save all packing materials.
  • Save email and report to the building administrator's office.

NOTIFICATION OF A BOMB THREAT

  • When an explosive device is present or alleged to be present in the school or on school property, the evacuation signal will be given by announcement on the public address system or via bullhorn.
  • If directed to search your area, look for any suspicious packages or unidentified backpacks. Never touch any package that looks suspicious. If you locate a suspicious package notify the building administrator's office immediately.
  • If directed to evacuate your area follow the evacuation procedures or other directions from the building administrator.
  • Avoid running and other quick movements, since this can detonate certain devices.
  • When evacuating, take your student roster with you and account for all students once you have reached the designated evacuation assembly area.
  • Immediately notify the building administrator of any missing students.
  • DO NOT USE cell phones or portable radios.