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Bomb Threat

Bomb Threat:

  • Follow the Bomb Threat checklist. Complete as much information as possible and be prepared to relate this information to police.
  • Have someone call 911 while you have the caller on the phone. If possible, have someone contact the management office at 770-569-1124. The management office will work with Police/Fire officials.
  • Fire/Police officials will give the order to evacuate if necessary.
  • If a bomb is reported to be located in your premises, DO NOT handle any suspicious parcels or items.

If Ordered to Evacuate:

  • At the sound of the alarm on your floor, evacuate the Building.
  • Follow the evacuation instructions precisely.
  • DO NOT use the elevators. Use stairwells only. WALK; do not run down the stairs. Stay calm and orderly.

The most common bomb threats are made by direct telephone calls to a company or the Police Department. However, some threatening calls are made to third parties such as television studios and newspaper offices. There are two reasons for a caller to report that a bomb is to go off at a particular location:

  • The caller knows that an explosive or incendiary device has been or will be placed in the building and wants to minimize personal injury. The caller may be the person who planted the device, or just someone who is aware of such information.
  • The caller wants to create an atmosphere that spreads panic and disrupts normal business activity. This may be the ultimate goal of the caller.

Bomb Threat Received By A Tenant

  • Should a bomb threat be received by an employee of your firm, the following guidelines should be used:
  • Follow the checklist on the first page of this section. Try to obtain as much information possible. Be prepared to relay this information to the police when they arrive.
  • Immediately call the management office (770) 569-1124. Building management will call the police. If possible, have a second individual call the management office while the bomb threat is still in progress.
  • The management office will give the order to evacuate if necessary.
  • Be alert for any unfamiliar people and/or objects to point out to the police or building staff upon their arrival. DO NOT touch or handle any suspected object.
  • The tenant representative, accompanied by the police and building staff, will make a complete search of the suspected areas. It will be the responsibility of the Tenant Safety Coordinator to identify any suspicious items which do not belong in the space.
  • The person receiving the call should remain on site and be available for an interview by building management and local authorities (i.e., police, fire, investigator).

Suspicious Items

  • Letters that are unusually bulky, or weighty.
  • Parcels or envelopes with oily stains or discoloration.
  • Parcels or envelopes without a return address.
  • Foreign mail, air mail, or special deliveries.
  • Restrictive markings such as “confidential”, “personal”, etc.
  • Use of titles but no names
  • Excessive postage

Handling Instructions

  • DO NOT handle the item.
  • DO NOT attempt to open the parcel.
  • DO NOT place the parcel in water.
  • DO NOT remove any binding material.
  • DO NOT pull or cut any material that protrudes.
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