[0:23]Bomb threats and the placement of explosive devices. Both are actions that are designed to strike at the heart of your organization. The perpetrators of these crimes have one of two things in mind. They want to disrupt the normal flow of business by creating an environment of anxiety and panic. Or they want to injure people and damage property. A bomb threat is generally defined as a threat, usually verbal or written, to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, death or injuries, whether or not such a device actually exists. Typically delivered by telephone or other telecommunication means, the great majority of such threats are intended to cause disruption, rather than warning of real devices. The threatened use, release or replacement of other harmful agents, such as poisons, biological pathogens and radioactive materials is often managed in the same manner as a bomb threat.
[1:38]In the event that you receive a bomb threat phone call, it will be up to you to think clearly and act decisively to avoid a potentially dangerous situation. First, in the event of receiving a bomb threat, do not hang up. Even if the caller does, it may still be possible to trace the call if you leave your end of the line open. Do not use cell phones. Radio signals have the potential to detonate a bomb. Do not activate the fire alarm. Do not touch or move any suspicious packages. As soon as you realize you are receiving a bomb threat, try to write a note to a colleague to call the authorities.
