Situations :: Bomb Threats - Prevention

Being ready to respond to a bomb threat in one thing and taking preventive action is another. Though bomb disposal is a risky task requiring professional help but detection is definitely within the realm of common citizen. A balanced program for the management of bomb threats will include pro-active steps as under:

	First and foremost is to have a Realistic Assessment of the threat. It is important to balance the degree of threat with convenience, overheads and extra investments to counter the threat. Do remember that the threat level to different divisions of the same company could be different.
	Share information with counterparts of other organizations to learn about their experiences.
	Take help of Bomb Disposal Experts / Police in compiling your strategy.
	It is critical to share the 'Do's and Don't' with your employees on a regular on-going basis.
	A proper Access Control system should be introduced to control entry and exit.
	Educate employees to look for and report strangers and strollers inside the complex and educate employees and visitors alike to not leave personal items such as brief cases and other unattended articles in public areas of the facility.
	Conduct periodic inspections to check implementation of above steps.
	Ensure physical protection of key assets. Fire resistant safes and vaults can protect sensitive documents, valuables & computer back-ups against bomb damage.
	Any unclaimed package or unidentifiable object must be treated with suspicion. Police may be suitably informed about such packages, if you expect to be a target.