Bomb Threat

Emergency Procedures Manual


Emergency Procedures

Bomb Threat
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Do not hang up. Remain calm
Take the caller seriously. Assume the threat is real
If you have a digital phone, look for originating number
Ask questions using the checklist below as a guide
Do no use cell phone, two-way radio, or any wireless communication device, as it can trigger the bomb
Have a coworker call 6-6666 on another line, or call 6-6666 yourself immediately after hanging up
Inform your supervisor if you need time away due to the stress caused by the threat

Bomb Threat Checklist
When is the bomb going to explode? Where is it right now? What does it look like? What kind of bomb is it? What will cause it to explode? Did you place the bomb? Why? What is your name? What is your address? Exact wording of threat: Name of caller (if known) Number from which call originated Male or female Race Age Name of recipient of call Number at which call was received Time Date Additional comments	Caller's Voice
	calm angry excited slow soft loud laughter crying	normal distinct slurred nasal stutter lisp raspy deep		ragged clearing throat deep breathing cracked voice disguised accent familiar
	Background Sounds
	street noises animal noises clear static music house noises motor other		office machinery factory machinery voices PA system local long distance booth
	Threat Language
	well spoken foul irrational		incoherent taped message read by threat maker

Call the Department of Public Safety, 6-6666. See Suspicious Packages and Objects sections of this guide.

Department of Public Safety

1319 East 15th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97403
Ph: 541.346.5444 Fax: 541.346.0947