8.3.4 Bomb threat

1. If you observe a suspicious object or potential bomb on campus do not handle the object! Clear the area and immediately call Campus Security at 248-765-8013. If Campus Security cannot be reached, dial 911.
2. Any person receiving a phone call bomb threat should ask the caller:
   1. When is the bomb going to explode?
   2. Where is the bomb located?
   3. What kind of bomb is it?
   4. What does it look like?
   5. Why did you place the bomb?
3. Keep talking to the caller as long as possible and record the following:
   1. Time of call.
   2. Age and sex of caller.
   3. Speech pattern, accent, possible nationality.
   4. Emotional state of caller.
   5. Background noise.
4. Immediately notify Campus Security at 248-765-8013 to report the incident.
5. Campus Security, in conjunction with authorized personnel, will conduct a detailed bomb search. Employees are requested to make a cursory inspection of their area for suspicious objects and to report the location to Campus Security. Do not touch the object! Do not open drawers, cabinets, or turn lights on or off.
6. If an emergency exists, activate the building fire alarm. Caution: The building fire alarm only sounds in the building where activated. You must report the incident by phone to Campus Security at 248-765-8013.