Explosion / Bomb Threat

Approximately 70% of terrorist events involve the use of explosives. Explosives can be used to disperse other hazardous materials. Types of explosions include:

• Mechanical
• Chemical
• Nuclear/Radiological

If you receive a bomb threat via telephone:

• Remain Calm
• Take note of the time of call
• Write down the words of the caller
• Keep them on the phone by asking questions like:
  
  
  • When is this going to take place?
  • Where is it located?
  • What kind of bomb is it?
• Take note of the caller's voice and background noises
• Call 333 or have someone close by call 333 from any campus phone

Upon discovery of a potential explosive device:

• If a suspicious delivery is spotted, do not touch it, and don't allow anyone else to touch it.
• Evacuate the area.
• During evacuation, leave doors and windows open.
• Keep people away from the area.
• CALL University Police.  Dial 333
• Do not handle the suspicious object, and do not try to carry it outside.
• Do not place the item in water.