TELEPHONE THREAT

When a bomb threat is received by telephone, obtain the following information from the caller:

• Exact location of the device
• Time set for explosion
• Description of the device
• Reason the caller has placed the bomb
• Exact words used by the caller
• Keep this information as confidential as possible.
• Notify the police department by calling 911.
• Notify Building Management at 310.824.1600.

When Building Management is notified of a bomb threat, Building policy is to advise your firm’s manager or senior officer. The manager or senior officer then decides whether it is appropriate to evacuate the office. In the event that you are asked to evacuate the Building, please move away from the Building to enable unfettered access to emergency personnel. Do not re-enter the Building until emergency personnel have authorized you to do so.

LETTER BOMB

Letter bombs are usually sent through the mail and have the power to kill or maim anyone in close proximity. Letter bombs are usually sent in a large manila envelope 1/4″ to 1/2″ thick and are fairly rigid. The technology used in letter bombs, however, has become increasingly sophisticated and can be difficult to detect visually. Be especially wary of letters that are mailed to titles such as Chairman, President, Manager, Security Officer, etc. rather than directly to named individuals.

If you suspect a parcel contains a letter bomb:

• Clear everyone out of the immediate area; establish at least a 25-foot radius around the package.
• Notify the police at 911 and Building Management.
• DO NOT HANDLE IT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEACTIVATE IT YOURSELF.