Bomb Threat

If a bomb threat is received by phone:

1. 1. Remain calm. Keep the caller on the line for as long as possible. DO NOT HANG UP, even if the caller does.
   2. Listen carefully. Be polite and show interest.
   3. Try to keep the caller talking to learn more information.
   4. Ask the Caller:
      • Where is the bomb located? (Building, Floor, Room, etc.)
      • When will it go off?
      • What does it look like?
      • What kind of bomb is it?
      • What will make it explode?
      • What is your name?
      • Why did you place the bomb?

       

   5. If possible, write a note to a colleague to call the authorities or, as soon as the caller hangs up, immediately notify them yourself.
   6. If your phone has a display, copy the number and/or letters on the window display.
   7. Write down as much detail as you can remember. Try to get exact words, particularly regarding the threat itself. Other information about the caller that is helpful is:
      • Time of the call
      • Estimated age and sex of the caller
      • Where is the caller located? (Background and level of noise)
      • Speech pattern, tone of speech, accent
      • Is the voice familiar? If so, who does it sound like?

       

   8. Immediately upon termination of the call, do not hang up, but from a different phone, contact Campus Security at 740. 283.6911 or call 911 immediately with information and await instructions.

 

If a bomb threat is received by handwritten note:

Call Campus Security at 740.283.6911 or 911 immediately. Handle the note as minimally as possible. Follow the instructions from emergency personnel.

If a bomb threat is received by email or other electronic communication:

Call Campus Security at 740.283.6911 or 911 immediately. Do not delete the message. Follow instructions from emergency personnel.