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.