Procedures for BOMB THREAT
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1. Remain calm and keep the caller on the line as long
as possible. Ask the caller to repeat the message and record every word.
2. If the caller does not indicate the location of the bomb or the time of
detonation, ask for this information.
3. Advise caller that the building is occupied and detonation could result in
death or serious injury to innocent people.
4. Pay particular attention to background noises, such as motors running, music,
or any other noises which may indicate the location from which the call is being
made.
5. Listen closely to the voice to determine voice quality, accents, speech
impediments, sex, or unusual characteristics, and complete threat data form.
6. If the caller can be kept talking, ask specific questions as indicated on the
attached Bomb Threat Check List.
7. It is desirable, but not always practicable, to have more than one person
listen in on the bomb threat call.
8. Immediately notify the University Police. They will initiate search
procedures. Under no circumstances should an untrained faculty or staff member
attempt to locate and move a suspicious device.
INTELLIGENCE CHECK LIST - Questions to ask that will help police find these guys!
| When is 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 address? | |
| What is your name? |
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Threat Language
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Exact Wording of the Threat
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| Foul | |
| Educated |
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| Well Spoken |
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| Irrational |
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| Taped |
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| Incoherent | |
| Length of Call:__________ Number at which
call is received:_____________ Time:___________ Date:_________ |
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Caller's Voice
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Background Sounds
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| Female | Male | Age | Crockery | Booth |
| Calm | Crying | Deep | Voices | Clear |
| Angry | Normal | Ragged | Music | Motor |
| Cracking Voice | Deep Breathing | Clearing Throat | Office Machinery | |
| Slow |
Slurred | Distinct | Street Noises | |
| Rapid |
Nasal | Excited | Long Distance | |
| Soft |
Stutter | Disguised | Factory Noises | |
| Loud | Lisp | Accent | House Noises | |
| Laughter |
Raspy | Familiar | Other: | |
| If voice is familiar, who does it sound like? | ||||
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