Bomb Threat Checklist

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From a Press Release
by Kenneth Carlisle, CPP Security Professional
Phone: (415) 392-1810

This checklist is compliments of SecurityNet.com
(415) 392-1810 – 24 hrs day

QUESTIONS TO ASK: make a note of the answer	CALLER’S VOICE: check off those that fit
1. When is bomb going to explode?	Calm Angry	Nasal Stutter
2. Where is it right now?	Excited Slow	Lisp Raspy
3. What does it look like?	Rapid Soft	Deep Ragged
4. What kind of bomb is it?	Loud Laughter	Clearing throat Deep breathing
5. What will cause it to explode?	Crying Normal	Cracking voice Disguised
6. Did you place the bomb?	Distinct Slurred	Accent Familiar
7. Why?
8. What is your address?	If the voice is familiar, who did it sound like?
9. What is your name?

EXACT WORDING OF THREAT: make a note of the answer	BACKGROUND NOISES: check off those that fit
	Street noise	Factory machinery
	Cafe/bar	Animal noises
	Voices	Clear
	PA system	Static
	Music	Local
	House noises	Long distance
	Booth	Motor
	Office machinery
	Other:

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Kenneth Carlisle is the principal consultant with SecurityNet Security Consultants. He has extensive experience in developing procedures and training for reducing workplace violence and can be contacted at carlisle1@securitynet.com or (415)392-1810 for further information on this subject.

SecurityNet, established in 1987, specializes in security assessments and the design, engineering and development of professional security programs. The firm has designed systems for major high-rise office buildings, apartment & condo communities, and mixed-use developments. Also corporate headquarters, corporate campus complexes, hospitals, transportation industries, manufacturing companies, and large recreational facilities.