24 Questions
Who is responsible for assessing all bomb threats and safely disarming all suspected or actual explosive devices?
Bomb Squad
What is the first step to be taken by the first deputy at the scene in response to a bomb threat?
Contact the owners or persons in authority to decide on evacuation
Who should assist in searching the building for explosive devices during an evacuation?
Maintenance or Building Engineers
When is permission required to conduct a search of the premises?
When the building is not evacuated
What is the preferred method of calling for added assistance during an evacuation?
Telephone
Where should a discrete search of the premises focus during a bomb threat response?
Restrooms and areas accessible to the public
Who has the right to decide on evacuating the building during a bomb threat?
Owner or Person in Authority
What is the reference document for procedures upon receiving a bomb threat call?
Sheriff's Policy Manual subsection 11.23
What is the primary responsibility of the Bomb Technician upon arrival at the scene?
To be responsible for the scene
What is the first step in responding to a bombing or explosion?
Notify the Bomb Squad
What is the priority when there are injuries at the scene of a bombing or explosion?
Lifesaving and treating victims
What type of devices may be present at the scene of a bombing or explosion?
All of the above
Who is responsible for suppressing an active fire at the scene of a bombing or explosion?
Fire Rescue personnel
What happens after all viable victims are removed from the blast scene?
The scene is secured until Bomb Technicians can ensure the scene is safe
What is the role of on-scene supervisors in responding to a bombing or explosion?
To coordinate support services as required
Why is it important to consider the scene of a bombing or explosion as a crime scene?
Because it is a crime scene and other hazards may still be present
Who should be requested to assist in a search for a suspicious item?
Maintenance employees and building engineers
What should be done with radios and cell phones during a search without a specific suspicious item?
They should be left on as per the National Guidelines for Bomb Technicians
What should be done if a suspect package is identified?
Transmission of portable radios should be stopped and an evacuation should begin
How should bomb threats or actual bombings be documented?
On the Incident Reports
What should deputies do if they find a suspected explosive device?
Immediately notify the on-scene supervisor
What should the on-scene supervisor do after being notified of a suspected explosive device?
Request the Bomb Squad and Fire Rescue
What is the radius for mandatory evacuation of non-essential persons in the event of a suspected explosive device?
300 feet
What should be the title of the reports for bomb threats or actual bombings?
Bomb Threats or Bombing
Study Notes
Bomb Threats/Explosives/Bombings/Explosions
- In the event of a bomb threat, explosion, or found explosive device, the Bomb Squad must be immediately notified.
- The Bomb Squad is responsible for assessing all bomb threats and safely disarming all suspected or actual explosive devices.
On-Scene Procedures
- The first deputy at the scene will decide with the owner or person in authority whether to evacuate the building.
- If the building is evacuated, the patrol supervisor will call for added assistance if needed, and the owner or person in authority will assist in searching the building for explosive devices.
- If the building is not evacuated, permission will be obtained from the owner or person in authority to conduct a discrete search of the premises, especially restrooms and areas accessible to the public.
Radio and Cell Phone Use
- Radios and cell phones should be left on during a search without a specific suspicious item(s).
- If a suspect package is identified, transmission of portable radios should be avoided in the immediate vicinity, and an evacuation should begin, creating distance and shielding.
Documentation
- Bomb threats or actual bombings will be documented on Incident Reports, titled "Bomb Threats" or "Bombing."
Found Explosive Devices
- Deputies will not touch or disturb the object nor allow any unauthorized person to do so.
- The on-scene supervisor will request the Bomb Squad, Fire Rescue, and advise and update the shift commander of further developments.
- A mandatory evacuation of all non-essential persons within a 300 feet radius will be ordered, and the evacuee area and command post area will be inspected for possible additional explosive devices.
Bomb Squad/Bomb Technician
- The Bomb Technician, upon arrival, will be responsible for the scene, and on-scene supervisors will coordinate support services as required.
Bombing and Explosions (Actual)
- Upon arriving at the scene of a bombing or explosion, employees must consider the scene as a crime scene, and other hazards may still be present.
- The Bomb Squad must be immediately notified, and Fire Rescue personnel will treat and remove victims from the blast scene, followed by securing the scene until Bomb Technicians can ensure the scene is safe for investigative follow-up.
This quiz covers the standard operating procedures for responding to bomb threats, explosions, and found explosives. It outlines the necessary actions and notifications to be made, including contacting the Bomb Squad.
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