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    This document provides guidance on bomb threat training and procedures for the University of Miami. It outlines that most bomb threats are hoaxes intended to disrupt operations. If a threat is received, notify police or security immediately who will evaluate the threat and evacuate buildings if needed. The document instructs on creating a response plan, receiving threats, developing a threat response team, and following official bomb threat procedures.

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    This document provides guidance on bomb threat training and procedures for the University of Miami. It outlines that most bomb threats are hoaxes intended to disrupt operations. If a threat is received, notify police or security immediately who will evaluate the threat and evacuate buildings if needed. The document instructs on creating a response plan, receiving threats, developing a threat response team, and following official bomb threat procedures.

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    Bomb Threat Training

    Crime Prevention Office


    University of Miami Police Department
    5665 Ponce De Leon Boulevard
    Coral Gables, FL 33146
    The Basics

     Most bomb threats are hoaxes and are primarily


    made to disrupt business operations.

     Authenticity will be made by management for the


    safety of people and property.

     Have a plan in place before a threat is received.


    Notification
     Create a response plan tailored to the unit.
    Specifically taking into account the unique
    operations of the unit, its size and physical layout.

     In the event of a threat NOTIFY POLICE, OR


    SECURITY FOR YOUR CAMPUS
    IMMEDIATELY. The respective department
    will notify that campuses Crisis Decision Team
    and local police.
    Bomb Threat Response
     Campus police or security will respond to the site to
    determine if any occupants are present and evacuate
    the building.

     Bomb Threats can be received in different forms


    (listed below), and should be taken seriously.
     Phone
     Email
     Mail
     Observation

     These threats can be specific or non-specific


    IMMEDIATE Actions
     If a bomb threat is received it is important to know
    what to do:
    • Individual Action:
    • Remember details of • Respond in a matter-of-
    conversation fact manner, asking the
    caller to repeat what they
    • Foreign accent?
    said.
    • Gender
    • IMMEDIATELY report
    • Innuendos as to bomb the incident to your
    location supervisor
    • See bomb threat checklist
    IMMEDIATE Actions …(continued)

    • Supervisor Action:
    • IMMEDIATELY • Protect official records, if
    report the incident to possible
    UM Police or Security • Arrange to have members
    Department of staff to accompany
    • Start building emergency services on
    evacuation, and be sure inspection
    each person is out of • If a suspicious object is
    building found, DO NOT TOUCH!
    • Direct an orderly • Keep a running log of
    evacuation, if conditions as they occur
    appropriate
    Receiving a Bomb Threat
     Upon receipt of a bomb threat:
    • Remain calm
    • Listen carefully about what’s being said, for background noise or voices,
    and for an accent or other voice characteristics
    • Always take the call seriously and do not interrupt the caller
    • Ask the caller to repeat any part of the conversation you did not
    understand
    • Obtain as much information as possible and write it down using the
    “Bomb Threat Report Form”
    • Attempt to alert others to contact police while remaining on the line with
    the caller
    • Inform the caller that detonation can cause injury or death to others
    • Note the time of the call
    Developing a Response Plan
     Each unit within the University must create a response plan,
    which UMPD is happy to assist with. The response plan
    should include:
    • Formation of a Threat Response Team
    • Assigned and defined team functions
    • Establish an emergency team communications system
    • Know available resources
    • Have an understanding of emergency responders procedures
    • On a consistent basis conduct a plan review and continually update
    • Conduct training as needed
    • Coordinate with neighboring units/departments
    Following Procedure
     It is important to follow and familiarize yourself
    with the University’s Bomb Threat Procedures.
    (https://www6.miami.edu/policies_procedures/UMPD/BSI-010.pdf)

     More detail information on Bomb Threat Training


    and Procedures can be found on the University’s
    2007 – Disaster Plan
    (https://www6.miami.edu/emergency/Disaster-Plans/2007-Disaster-Plan.pdf )
    University of Miami Police Department

    www.miami.edu/police

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