USM: Bomb Threat

If you receive a BOMB THREAT, a PHONE THREAT or a THREAT BY E-MAIL:

1.  Try to determine from the caller and write down if possible:
  • the exact location of the device
  • the time of detonation
  • any special instructions
2.  Note the time of the call.

3.  Make a note of the caller's:
  • sex and approximate age
  • speech patterns
  • background noises
4.  NOTIFY USM POLICE, IMMEDIATELY, Extension 911

Follow up assistance is encouraged from available on campus resources (i.e. University Health Services, University Counseling Services, Residential Life, Police Department, Dean of Student Life, Human Resources).

For further information or problems with this page, contact: Craig Hutchinson