What is a bomb threat checklist?

What is a bomb threat checklist?

BOMB THREAT. PROCEDURES. This quick reference checklist is designed to help employees and decision makers of commercial facilities, schools, etc. respond to a bomb threat in an orderly and con- trolled manner with the first responders and other stakeholders. Most bomb threats are received by phone.

What is the protocol for a bomb threat?

Be polite and show interest to keep them talking. DO NOT HANG UP, even if the caller does. If possible, signal or pass a note to other staff to listen and help notify authorities. Write down as much information as possible—caller ID number, exact wording of threat, type of voice or behavior, etc.

Do and don’ts during bomb threat?

Do’s and Don’ts in the event of a bomb threat should constitute a major point of focus in all awareness programmes. Always keep an eye out for suspicious objects. Notice your surrounding for anything out of place. Evacuate everyone immediately to a safe distance.

What is the meaning of bomb threat?

A bomb threat is generally defined as a threat to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, death, or injuries, whether or not such a device actually exists.

When confronted with a bomb threat What information should staff make note of?

Immediately call Campus Police at 410-617-5911. Inform them of the situation with as much information as available; specifically the location and time the bomb is supposed to explode. Inform your immediate supervisor after informing the police.

What do you do in case of a bomb explosion?

If There Is An Explosion:

• Take cover under sturdy furniture, or leave the building if directed to do so by emergency responders.
• Stay away from windows.
• Do not light matches.
• Move well away from the site of the hazard to a safe location.
• Use stairs only; do not use elevators.
• Call University Police at 878-6333.

What do you do in case of a bomb threat at work?

What to Do if You Get a Bomb Threat

• Try to keep the caller on the line for as long as you can.
• Do not hang up on the call.
• If you can do so, use a note or hand signals to attract the attention of other staff so that they can listen in and notify the authorities.

Why is using a cell phone or radio prohibited during a bomb threat?

In the event of a bomb threat: DO NOT USE RADIO, CELLULAR PHONE, DIGITAL PHONE, OR ANY OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES. THESE DEVICES HAVE THE CAPACITY TO DETONATE AN EXPLOSIVE DEVICE. IN ADDITION, DO NOT TURN THE LIGHTS ON OR OFF BUT HAVE THEM REMAIN IN THEIR CURRENT POSITION.

Which wire do you cut to defuse a bomb?

Wire ordering begins with the first on the top. 3 wires: If there are no red wires, cut the second wire. Otherwise, if the last wire is white, cut the last wire. Otherwise, if there is more than one blue wire, cut the last blue wire.

What is the difference between diffuse and defuse?

In summary: Diffuse is both a verb and an adjective, and refers to the spreading of something, or making it less concentrated. Defuse functions only as a verb and means “to remove the fuse from something.”

Why should you open your mouth during an explosion?

Explosions create waves of increased pressure, followed by negative pressure, which can be extremely damaging to ears and internal organs. Keeping ones mouth open is said to equalize pressure, therefore reducing internal damage.