Suspicious Package or Bomb Threat

Do not touch suspicious parcels/packages. Gently lower to a level surface if already held
Remove everyone from the immediate area and do not re-enter until instructed
DO NOT activate building alarms or use electronic equipment such as cell phones
From a safe distance call campus maintenance on ext 9007 or 027 2634553. Advise the floor warden/on- site caretaker immediately, giving exact location and description of suspect package
Where a bomb threat is received via telephone, record as much detail as possible to pass on to authorities, then carry out procedures as above
Where a bomb threat is received via letter, don’t handle excessively. olding by the edge, place into a plastic evidence bag. Also, save any email threats. Record as much detail as possible to pass on to authorities, when and where received, by whom, and who handled the threat
Follow instructions from campus security regarding who will take control of the scene in conjunction with the New Zealand Police
Do not return to the building until the ‘all clear’ has been given