Bomb Threat

• Remain calm.
• Keep the caller on the line as long as possible.
• Listen carefully. Note the time of the call and telephone number displayed if you have caller ID.
• Ask the caller the following questions:
  • Where is the bomb?
  • When will it go off?
  • What does the bomb look like?
  • What kind of bomb is it?
  • What will cause it to explode?
  • Did you place the bomb?
  • Why?
  • What is your name?
  • Are you an employee or student?
  • Where are you calling from?
• Write down any pertinent information such as background noises, gender of caller and voice pitches and patterns.
• Only authorities may evacuate buildings.
• Do not use cell phones, radios or other wireless devices.
• Do not activate the fire alarm system.

Mail or Package Threat

• All suspicious packages and bomb threats must be treated as a serious matter.
• To ensure the safety of the campus population, all suspicious packages and bomb threats will be considered real until proven otherwise.
• If a suspicious object or potential bomb is discovered, REMAIN CALM. DO NOT HANDLE THE OBJECT. CLEAR THE AREA.
• Call 911 immediately to notify emergency personnel. After 911 has been called, notify Campus Safety at (813) 257-7777.
• In most cases, these incidents are meant to disrupt normal activities.
• Any employees or students who had direct contact with the package should wash their exposed skin with soap and water after reaching a place of safety.