A bomb threat is defined as a threat to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, injuries, or death, whether or not such a device actually exists. Even a bogus, or fake, threat can have negative consequences. Prepare yourself today in case this happens to you.
How to respond to a bomb threat at the College of Wooster
- If you receive a phoned threat:
- Remain calm & do not hang up, keep the caller on the line for as long as possible
- If possible, signal other staff members to listen & notify Campus Safety at x3333 or 330-287-3333
- If the phone has a display, copy the number and/or letters on the display
- Write down the exact wording of the threat
- Record the call, if possible
- Fill out the Bomb Threat Checklist immediately while the call is fresh in your head
- If you receive or discover a social media or email threat:
- Remain calm
- Do not turn off or log out of the account
- Leave the message open on the device
- Take a screenshot, or copy the message and subject line
- Note the date and time
- Notify Campus Safety at x3333 or 330-287-3333
- If you receive a written threat:
- Remain calm
- Handle the document as little as possible
- Note date, time, and location the document was found
- Secure the document and do not alter the item in any way
- Notify Campus Safety at x3333 or 330-287-3333