Bomb threats usually come by telephone. If you receive a bomb threat call, remain calm and obtain as much information as possible from the caller.
- When will the bomb explode?
- What kind of bomb is it?
- What will cause it to explode?
- Where is it right now?
- What does it look like?
- Did you place the bomb?
- Who placed the bomb?
- Why did they place the bomb?
- What is your address?
- What is your name?
- Notify the UGA Police at 911 immediately to give the information you have obtained. Describe the caller’s voice, any background noises you heard, and the exact wording of the message.
- Notify your supervisor, a building representative and/or the Dean’s Office at the building where you are located.
- Do not touch suspicious packages. Be sure to inform the UGA Police of any suspicious packages, items or people in the area.
- Follow instructions from the Building Safety and Security Representative and the first responders in regards to evacuation assembly areas.
Bomb Threat Call Procedures for Athens Campus
