Purpose
The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines and information to effectively manage bomb threats.
Scope
This procedure applies to all workers of the company and visitors including contractors, volunteers, work experience students, trainees and clients.
Procedure
If you find a suspicious-looking box, package, object or container in or near your work area, treat the box as a potential bomb or explosive device. Do not handle or touch the object. Move to a safe area and call 000 immediately. Use a telephone in a safe area. Do not operate any power switch and do not activate the fire alarm.
If There Is an Explosion
- Take cover under sturdy furniture, or leave the building if directed to do so by emergency responders.
- Stay away from windows.
- Do not light matches.
- Move well away from the site of the hazard to a safe location.
- Use stairs only; do not use elevators.
If You Receive A Bomb Threat
- Stay calm and try to keep your voice calm.
- Pay close attention to details.
- Talk to the caller to obtain as much information as possible.
- Take notes. Ask questions
Call 000 and submit your notes from the telephone call or the bomb threat letter or note to Police. Follow any instructions the Police give you.
If you are told by emergency responders to evacuate the building, follow the evacuation topped above with the following additional steps:
- Check your work area for unfamiliar items.
- Do not touch suspicious items; report them to the authorities.
- Take personal belongings when you leave.
- Leave doors and windows open; do not turn light switches on or off.
- Use stairs only; do not use elevators.
- Move well away from the building and follow instructions of emergency responders.