Instruction

6114.3-AR

 

BOMB THREATS

 

A.      Purpose and Scope

To establish uniform procedures for dealing with bomb threats

B.     General

1.      Every bomb threat is a potential danger. None should be taken lightly or ignored.

2.      The principal should determine how long it takes to evacuate each school to establish a time buffer.

3.      Secure district assistance for dealing with the press.

C.     Forms Used and Additional References

None

D.     Procedure

1.      Obtain and record all information received.

2.      Notify police.

3.      Notify the district office

4.      Alert only necessary school personnel to carry out school plan.

5.      Establish a danger zone to protect students and staff.

6.      Direct search teams to look for suspicious objects (warn against handling of objects).

7.      If an object is found:

a.      Shut off water, gas and fuel lines in the danger zone

b.      Seal that area until police arrive

8.      If no object is found, the principal will determine if evacuation is warranted.

9.      All efforts should be made to maintain calm.

E.     Reports Required:

None

F.      Record Retention:

None

G.     Responsible Administrative Unit

Assistant Superintendent, Personnel Services

H.     Approved by:

 

Keith Larick

3/6/78  

John O. Tynes

3/6/78

Responsible Division Head

Date

Superintendent

Date