Questions and Answers
What should be done to the windows and doors in the area surrounding the device?
They should be opened to allow the rapid escape of blast pressures
Who should be notified and dispatched to the scene?
On-duty BDT technicians
When can a search be terminated?
When the business owner/manager is satisfied that the premises have been adequately searched
What should happen to all persons, including deputies, upon the discovery of a suspicious device?
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Why might evacuation of a facility not be possible?
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How far away should personnel evacuate to?
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What should be done before evacuating personnel to a safe area?
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In a larger building, what is the recommended evacuation area?
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Who should be notified immediately if the bomb threat involves the Malcolm E.Beard - Sheriff's Office Operations Center (SOC) and/or the Freddie Solomon Annex?
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What should patrol or other units responding to a bomb threat turn off upon arrival?
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Who decides whether to search and/or evacuate personnel in response to a bomb threat at a private business?
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When will the Bomb Disposal Team (BDT) respond to a bomb threat?
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What should be done if a search has been started but not yet completed in response to a bomb threat?
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Who may assist in conducting a search in response to a bomb threat?
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What should be done if a suspicious device is located during a search?
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When communicating about a bomb threat, what type of phone should be used whenever possible?
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Study Notes
Bomb Threat Procedures
- If the threat involves the SOC and/or Freddie Solomon Annex, the Communications Bureau supervisor shall notify the Sheriff, Chief Deputy, Department of Patrol Services Colonel, Department of Operational Support Colonel, and Homeland Security Division Commander.
Patrol Response
- Upon arrival, patrol units shall turn off all radio and communication equipment, including cellular phones, within 300 feet of the scene.
- All communications regarding the bomb threat, bombs or suspected explosive devices shall be accomplished by using a landline telephone whenever possible.
Search and Evacuation
- A determination shall be made concerning whether or not a search should be initiated upon making contact with the proper representative or property owner.
- The decision to search and/or to close businesses or evacuate personnel shall be left to business owners or managers unless otherwise directed by competent authority.
- In a larger building, generally, evacuation of the floor on which the device has been located, plus the floors immediately above and below may be sufficient.
Bomb Disposal Team (BDT)
- The BDT shall not respond to bomb threat situations where no suspected or actual explosive device has been discovered, except when the bomb threat involves a motor vehicle.
- On-duty or on-call BDT technicians shall respond if a bomb threat involves a motor vehicle.
Suspicious Device Procedures
- When a suspicious device is located, it shall not be moved.
- The supervisor in charge of the location shall be notified of the find.
- Discovery of a suspect device shall not result in the termination of the search in the event that additional devices may have been placed throughout the location.
Termination of Search
- The search shall be terminated when the business owner/manager is satisfied that the premises have been adequately searched and nothing of a suspicious nature was located.
- The senior Bomb Disposal Team member on scene may order a termination of the operation because of time limitations and/or other safety reasons.
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