1. Bomb Threat Training Crime Prevention Office
University of Miami Police Department
5665 Ponce De Leon Boulevard
Coral Gables, FL 33146

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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
Mail
Observation
These threats can be specific or non-specific

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

6. IMMEDIATE Actions…(continued)
Supervisor Action:
IMMEDIATELY report the incident to UM Police or Security Department
Start building evacuation, and be sure each person is out of building
Direct an orderly evacuation, if appropriate
Protect official records, if possible
Arrange to have members of staff to accompany emergency services on inspection
If a suspicious object is found, DO NOT TOUCH!
Keep a running log of conditions as they occur

7. 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

8. 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

9. (https://www6.miami.edu/policies_procedures/UMPD/BSI-010.pdf)
Following Procedure
It is important to follow and familiarize yourself with the University’s Bomb Threat Procedures. (
More detail information on Bomb Threat Training and Procedures can be found on the University’s 2007 – Disaster Plan (

10. University of Miami Police Department