Risk Management Services

Immediate Actions

If bomb threat is received by phone

• Take the caller seriously and remain calm
• Try to keep caller on the phone by asking questions using the Bomb Threat Checklist
• Listen carefully: don’t interrupt the caller or hang up
• If possible, write a note to a coworker asking him/her to “call 911 to report a bomb threat”
• Call 911 immediately once the call has ended to report the details
• UNTPD will determine if evacuation is necessary

If bomb threat is received by mail

• Stop additional handling of the letter or parcel
• Call 911 immediately
• UNTPD will determine if evacuation is necessary
• Secure room/area if possible, allowing entry to emergency responders only
• Advise campus personnel not to use 2-way radios in the area

If bomb threat is received by email

• Call 911 immediately
• Print a copy for UNTPD
• Do not delete the message
• UNTPD will determine if evacuation is necessary

Additional Information / Follow-Up Activities

• If instructed to do so, initiate building evacuation by activating any fire alarm box (pull alarm)
• Evacuate building. Once outside, follow the directions of first responders.
• Provide the completed Bomb Threat Checklist to UNTPD at the scene
• Notify your supervisor or department head of bomb threat if they were not in the area when it occurred
• Wait for emergency response personnel to authorize that it is safe to reenter affected area