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Bomb Threat

Typically, bomb threats are extremely rare; however, some bomb threats are received in the form of emails or handwritten messages. Most bomb threats are received by telephone. The person receiving the message or telephone call should remain calm and obtain as much information as possible by using the checklist below.

Immediately call Campus Security at 626.395.5000 and inform them of the situation with as much information as is available; specifically the location of device and time of possible detonation. Inform your immediate supervisor after informing Security.

  • Note the exact initial words of the caller:
  • Specific questions (record answers exactly as spoken by the caller):
Where is the bomb?What time is the bomb set to go off?What kind of bomb is it?  What does it look like?Who are you?  Whom do you represent?  
Why did you place the bomb?Did you know there are innocent people in the building who may be killed or injured?Please repeat what you have told me to make sure I understand you.
  • Exact closing words of the caller:  
  • Time the caller hung up:
  • Description of the caller's voice:
Male/FemaleYoung/Old      Familiar      Approximate. Age
  • Voice:
Pitch – High/Medium/Low     Excited        Accent        Speech ImpedimentAny background noise, i.e., traffic, radio, TV
  • Provide your name, location/address, phone number on which call, date (day-month-year) and time of call

If threat is left on voice mail, retain/save the message for Investigation.