Bomb Threat Search and Evacuation Guidelines

Precautions:

If you discover a device or suspect a device:

1. Do not touch or move it.
2. Notify your supervisor immediately.
3. Do not assume that this is the only one.

Search guidelines:

1. Search your immediate area.
2. Do not touch anything - report any suspect objects.
3. Unlock drawers, cabinets, etc. for the search crew and identify any strange or unfamiliar objects.

Evacuation guidelines:

1. Remain calm. Remember, you have been trained to cope with a bomb threat and you have a plan.
2. Follow the instructions of your supervisor.
3. Take your personal property such as briefcase, purse and lunch container with you.

Contacts (ensure you have contact information for the following):

• Supervisor:
• Alternate:
• Local police or emergency services:

Printable Form: Bomb Threat Precautions and Guidelines

A printable form outlining all the information provided here is available as a PDF file. Keep this form near your telephone to complete if you receive a bomb threat by telephone.

Bomb Threat Precautions and Guidelines (PDF)