Auto Theft Awareness

Auto theft is a big and profitable business occurring more often in large
cities. It can happen in just less than a minute. More cars are seemingly
stolen for transportation, while others for the value of their parts. Car thefts
seem to occur with greater frequency where large groups of cars are parked
for extended periods of time in places such as shopping centers, colleges,
sporting events, movie complexes, and large apartment complexes. It
occurs in random on different days of the week and times of the day,
depending on the locations.
Tips to Avoid being the Victim of a Car Theft
Never leave your car running unattended, even dash into a business,
store, etc.
Never leave any keys in the car or ignition inside a locked garage, or in
hide a key boxes
Always roll-up your windows and lock the car, even if it is parked in
front of your home.
Always park in high-traffic, well-lighted areas, when possible
Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put
them in the trunk out of sight
Install a mechanical device that locks the steering wheel, column, or
breaks. These devices will deter some criminals
Investigate the purchase of a vehicle theft tracking/security system,
especially if you own one of the frequently stolen vehicles
Never leave personal identification documents, vehicle ownership title,
or credit cards in your vehicle
Copy your license plate and vehicle information (VIN) numbers on a
card and keep them with you
If your vehicle is stolen, report it to the police immediately
Remember, there is no guarantee that your car will not be stolen, but taking
precautionary measures can minimize your chances of becoming the victim
of auto theft.
ATM Safety and Security Tips
Because of the variety of ATMs, the unique characteristics of each
installation and crime considerations of each location, no single formula can
guarantee the security of ATM costumers. It is necessary for ATM costumers
to consider the environment around each ATM and various procedures for
remaining safe when using an ATM. Criminals select their victims and
targets, focusing on the unaware or unprepared. They are also drawn to
environmental conditions that enhance the opportunity to successfully
complete their crime.

Appearance that you are totally aware of your surroundings:

Be aware of your total environment and what is going on around you.
Criminals tend to avoid people who have this type of demeanor
Perform mental exercises and think out what you would do in different
crime or personal security situations
Follow your instincts. If you feel you are in danger, respond
immediately. Remember that your personal safety is the first priority.
ATM Selection Considerations
Do not select an ATM at the corner of the building. Corners create a
blind area in close proximity to the costumers transactions. Select an ATM
located near the center of a building. An ATM further from the corner
reduces the element of surprise by an assailant and increase effective
reaction time by the user.
Identify an ATM with maximum natural surveillance and visibility from
the surrounding area. This will create a perceived notion of detection by a
criminal and increases the potential for witnesses.
Select an ATM at a location void of barriers blocking the line of sight.
This includes shrubbery, landscaping, signs and decorative partitions or
dividers. Barriers provide hiding areas for would-be assailants.
Select an ATM that is in a well-lighted location.
Select an ATM that is monitored or patrolled by a security officer.
Select an ATM with a wide angle transaction camera.
Avoid ATM locations with large perimeters parking lots and numerous
ingress and egress points.
Talking with Kids about Drugs
Dont put off talking to your children about alcohol and other drugs.
Kids worry about pressures to try drugs.
School programs alone arent enough.
Parents must become involved, but most parents arent sure how to
tell their children about drugs.
Open communications is one of the most effective tools you can use in
helping your child avoid drugs.
Some tips How to Say Them
Tell them that you love them and you want them to be happy and
healthy.
Say you do not find alcohol and other illegal drugs acceptable.
Many parents never state this simple principle. Explain how this use
hurts people.
Physical harm- for example, AIDS, slowed growth, impaired
coordination, accidents.
Emotional harm-sense of not belonging, isolation, paranoia.

 Educational harm-difficulties remembering and paying attention.

Discuss the legal issues.
A conviction for a drug offense can lead to time in prison or cost
someone a job, drivers license or college loan.
Talk about positive, drug free alternatives, and how you can explore
them together.
Some ideas include sports, reading, movies, bike rides, hikes, cooking,
games and concerts. Involve your kids friends.
Possible Signs that a Child is using Drugs
Change in moods- more irritable, secretive, withdrawn, overly
sensitive, inappropriately angry, and euphoric.
Less responsible-late coming home, late for school or class, dishonest
Changing friends or changing lifestyles-new interests, Unexplained
cash.
Physical deterioration- difficulty in concentration, loss of coordination,
loss of weight, unhealthy appearance.
Why do Kids Use Drugs?
To do what are friends are doing
To escape pain in their lives
To fit in
Boredom
For fun
Curiosity
To take risks
Parents should Take a Stand
Educate yourself about the facts surrounding alcohol and other drug
use. You will lose credibility with your child if your information is not
correct.
Establish clear family rules against drug use and enforce them
consistently.
Develop your parenting skills through seminars, networking with other
parents, reading, counseling, and support groups. Work with other parents
to set community standards-you dont raise a child alone.
Volunteer at schools, youth centers, Boys & Girls Club or other
activities in your community.
Safe School
When crime, drugs, and violence spill over from the streets into the
schools, providing a safe learning environment becomes increasingly
difficult. More students carry weapons for protection. Gunfights replace
fistfights. Many students must travel through drug dealer or gang turf.

Violence becomes an acceptable way to settle conflicts. Creating a safe

place where children can learn and grow depends on a partnership among
students, parents, teachers, and other community institutions to prevent
school violence:
Here are some practical suggestions for young people, parents, school staff
and others in the community.
Find out how crime threatens schools in your community
Take actions to protect children
Promote nonviolent ways to manage conflict
Students
Learn arguments with words, not fists or weapons
Report crimes or suspicious activities to the police, school authorities,
or parents.
Learn safe routes for traveling to and from school, and know good
places to seek help
Dont use alcohol or other drugs, and stay away from places they go.
Stay away from places and people associated with them
Get involved in your schools anti-violence activities-have poster
contests against violence; hold anti-drug rallies, volunteer to counsel peers.
If theres no program, help start one
Parents
Sharpen your parenting skills.
Emphasize and build on your childrens strengths.
Teach your children how to reduce their risks of becoming crime
victims.
Know where kids are, what they are doing, and whom they are with at
all times.
Help your children learn nonviolent ways to handle frustration, anger
and conflict.
Become involved in your childs school activitiesPTA, field trips, and
helping out in class or the lunch room.
Work with other parents in your neighborhood.
School Staff
Evaluate your schools safety objectively. Set targets for improvement.
Develop consistent disciplinary policies, good security procedures, and
a response plan for emergencies.
Train school personnel in conflict resolution, problem solving, drug
prevention, crisis intervention, cultural sensitivity, classroom management,
and counseling skills.
Work with students, parents, law enforcement, local governments, and

community based groups to develop wider-scope crime prevention efforts.

Community Members
Law enforcement can report on the type of crimes in the surroundings
community and suggest ways to make school safer.
Community-based groups, church organizations and other service
groups can provide counseling, extended learning programs, before and
after school activities, school watches and other community crime
prevention programs.
Local business can provide apprenticeship programs, participate in the
adopt-a-school programs, or serve as mentors to area students.
Colleges and universities can offer conflict management courses to
teachers or assist school officials in developing violence prevention
curricula.
Youth Crime
Youth crime harms communities, creates a culture of fear and damages
the lives of some of our most vulnerable young people.
What causes youth crimes?
Troubled home life
Poor attainment at school, truancy and school exclusion
Drug or alcohol misuse and mental illness deprivation such as poor
housing or homelessness
Tips to control Youth Crime
Give proper education, training or employment
Rehabilitate those involved in drugs
Mental health assessment and treatment
They must involved in sports or any youth activities
EXPLOSIVES AND INCENDIARY DEVICES
Explosive Substance
Encountering explosive devices and substances, is potentially life
threatening. The smallest devices, however plain or innocuous in
appearance, have the potential to injure, maim, or fatally wound. Explosive
substances come in many shapes and sizes and are classified as either
safe or dangerous.
Different signs that a person can look for which might indicate a
possible explosive device.
Foreign mail, airmail and special delivery
Restrictive markings such as confidential, personal, etc.
Excessive postage

Hand written or poorly typed addresses

Incorrect titles
Titles but no names
Misspelled or common words
Oily stains of discoloration
No return address
Excessive weight
Rigid envelope

Tips
If you believe that the suspicious package may possibly be a bomb,
consider the following:
Do not touch or handle the device; stay away from the device, and;
immediately call the police.
What should someone do after receiving a telephonic bomb threat?
Immediately call a Police
Evacuate the location and notify the police from a neighbors house or
a business.
Use only conventional telephone, cellular telephone transmissions,
have the potential to detonate a bomb.
What should someone say to a caller when he/she warns of a bomb
at location?
When a bomb threat is called in to you, attempt to keep the caller on
the line as long as possible. Ask him/her to repeat the message and be sure
to record every word spoken. If the caller does not indicate the location of
the bomb or the time of possible detonation, you should ask him/her for
this information. It is a good idea to inform the caller that the building is
occupied and the detonation of a bomb could result in death or serious
injury to innocent people. As you attempt the caller on the line, listen to
any particular background noises such as motors running, background
music, and other noise which may give a clue as to the location of the
caller. Write down as much information as possible. Listen closely to the
voice quality for any regional accents and for any speech impediment, the
caller might posses.
What should someone do if they receive a suspicious package in a
Mail?
Explosive devices can be contained in almost anything. Bombs can be
constructed to like almost any item and can be delivered in any number of
ways. Most bombs are handmade and are limited in their design, only by
the imagination of their maker. Letter and package bombs are not new.
While the latest incidents have involved political terrorism, such bombs are
made for a wide variety of motives. It varies in size, shape, and

components. They have electric, non-electric, or other sophisticated firing

systems.
Ten Internet Rules for Kids
Dont Give your home address, telephone number, or schools name to
anyone you meet on the internet
Dont Send anyone your picture, credit card or bank details
Dont give your password to anyone, even your best friend.
Dont hang around a chat room if someone says or writes something
which makes you feel uncomfortable or worried.
Dont respond to nasty, suggestive or rude e-mails or postings in
UseNet groups.
Dont pretend to be anyone you are not.
Do ask your parent or caregiver first if you plan to meet with someone
youve met online and arrange a meeting only in a public place.
Do tell your parent or caregiver if you see bad language or distasteful
pictures while you are online.
Do remember that if someone makes you an offer that is too attractive
like getting rich instantly or seeing famous celebrity, the offer is most like a
trap.
. Be yourself.

HOTHEADS: Tips on Keeping Calm to Prevent Crime

Anger is a normal and healthy emotion. We get alarmed when
something is wrong and makes us take action. Anger runs wild
when people become hostile and violent.
People lash out when they feel they are being disrespected or
treated unfairly. They may be insecure about themselves or
sensitive to certain criticism and insults.
There is always a good time to learn how to cope with your
temper.

Admit that you are angry.

It is hard to deal with something if you do not admit that it
exists in the first place. Try saying to yourself, "Okay, I'm really
angry right now, but I'm not going to lose my control. I'm going to
deal with it."

When you start feeling angry or frustrated, stop what you're

doing. Take a few deep breaths. Count to 10 or 100. Take a walk,
stretch, laugh, go for a run, or do anything that takes your mind
off the anger. deal with it. Walk away. You have the power to
change or avoid an anger-provoking situation, so use it. Losing
your temper will only get you down.
Identify and understand the cause. You've just been turned
down by someone you admire. Your best friend tries to cheer you
up by asking stupid questions but this only made you angry.
What's the real cause of your outburst? The test. Not your friend.
Knowing why you're angry helps you deal with it.
Don't brush it off. Sometimes everyone gets angry and it's
perfectly normal. However, ignoring your feelings doesn't solve
the problem and may only make things worse in the long run.
Insights:
If you are having an argument with someone, try to put
yourself in that person's shoes. Understanding where they are
coming from might help you resolve the situation without losing
your temper.
If you find that you are angry all of the time, and can't get a
grip even after you have really tried, you may need to seek
professional help.
Ref: National Police Commission
Gang Awareness
Youth gangs have been a part of our society. Todays gangs
pose a greater threat to peace and order and public safety than at
any other crime. They use violence, extortion, intimidation and
sexual harassment. Sometimes, gang members are involved in
illegal drug trade or into drug use.

Gang recruitment is done in any place where youth are

available and not closely supervised. This includes
neighborhoods, schools, parks or playgrounds, malls and even
churches.

Signs of Gang Involvement

Dropping out, truancy, or getting low grades in school;
Change of friends;
Going home at late hours
Alcohol and other drug use;
Developing major attitude problems with parents, teachers or
other in authority;
Becoming secretive or manifesting an abrupt change in
behavior;
Withdrawing from the family;
Presence of tattoos, scarring, burns and brands.

COUNTER ACTION
What Parents can Do?
Know your childs friends and where they hang out. It will be
wise to also have a contact list of their parents;
Know if your child is involved in gang activities and what you
can do to stop it;
Monitor your childs activities and behavior;
Listen to and talk with your child/teenager;

 Talk with school officials and counselors. Ask if they are aware
of the students misconduct that may cause school-related
problems and what they plan to do about it;
Let you and your child participate in school activities. Know
all school activities and encourage your child to take part in the
said activities;
Contact your local law enforcement agency, barangay or
juvenile prevention expert (DSWD) who can share information to
you;
Know about community based programs, such as local youth
club/organizations, churches, school programs, and sports league;
Establish volunteer programs for young people.

What the Community can Do?

Intervention and prevention programs should be tailored to a
communitys needs and resources;
Form partnership with parents, schools, law enforcement,
religious institutions, community organizations, business and
youth;
Establish a community action group/committee

Barangay Chairman and other barangay officials should meet

on a regular basis to exchange information;

Identify the nature and location of the problem, names of

gang members, fraternities and other contributing factors;

Develop strategies to address the problems and reduce or

eliminate contributing factors;

Implement activities in coordination with other agencies;

Maintain an anti-gang efforts list;

Share information or educate all persons involved in gangs

and gang activities within your community;
Start a neighborhood watch program;
Initiate a graffiti abatement or clean-up program;
Offer young people alternate programs to check involvement
in illegal activities;

Ensure that youth have ample recreational activities and

after-school programs;
o Involve your Parks and Recreation Department;
Gain the support of local business establishments for
employment of youth, summer job or apprenticeship;
Provide gang prevention education and training to barangay
officials, parents, youth and other NGOs in the community;

What School Can Do?

Prevention
Target prevention programs;
a. For students
b. For parents
Tutoring
Positive activities (SCPC)
After-school programs
1. Sports Development program

 Maintain school security

Staff awareness of early indicators of gang membership
Referral system
Violence prevention curriculum (Makabayan-Araling
Panlipunan, CJS exemplar).
Youth development (e.g. thinking, interpersonal and other
skills)
Utilize youth as a resource person (i.e. in making decisions
and developing policies)
Build parents awareness
Start a volunteer parent participation program
Use parents and volunteers to help monitor campus
premises, its immediate vicinity and public utility vehicles,
bus/jeepney stop and waiting areas

Intervention
Team approach (parents, school staff, community leaders and
law enforcement)
Early identification of at-risk-youth
Referral and tracking system
Student assistance service
Skills development
Counseling
Tutoring

Suppression
Formulating policies aimed at reducing gang activity
Imposition of administrative disciplinary action, such as
suspension or expelled
Consistent enforcement of laws and school policies.
Many people view gang as a law enforcement responsibility.
Partnerships within the community is the key to prevention.

The longer a person is a member of a gang, the more difficult it

is for him to leave.

Remember, for many members, the gang has become like a

replacement family.

Do Not Fall Victim of Cell Phone Snatching

The increasing number of cell phone users in metro Manila and
other areas in the country has given rise to a seemingly lucrative
but illegal business by unscrupulous individuals and gangs. Cell
phone theft is on the rise and cell phone snatchers are getting
bolder every day, employees and just about any cell phone
owner who carelessly use or carry around their cell phone units in
public places without due regard to their security or safety. The
situation continues to worsen as snatchers resort to violence
when their victims resists or fight back. There have been reports
of injuries and death resulting from such incidents and the
statistics are rising.
The Philippine National Police recognizes the gravity of this
problem and the dangers it continues to pose on the general

public. While the police is doing its best to contain this problem,
the active involvement of the general public in putting a stop to
this menace is just as vital. Vigilance, more than anything else,
spells the big difference.
Towards this end, the PNP is distributing this material for the
general public to read and put to heart in the effort to finally put a
stop to cell phone thievery. Cell phone owners are specifically
encouraged to stay alert at all times and to keep in mind the
following tips:

Dos and DONTS on Cell Phone Theft

Dos
- Buy cell phones only from authorized dealers.
- Record your cell phone serial numbers immediately after
purchase. Serial numbers are available in the retail packs of brand
new units. If you failed to record the numbers or if you didnt buy
your unit brand new, you could retrieve the serial numbers by
pressing certain keys. (For Nokia units, press *#06# to retrieve
the serial number.) Cell phone companies can block calls to and
from stolen units if the serial numbers are reported to them.
- As much as possible, bring your cell phone with you only if
you urgently need it during the day. Otherwise, it is best that you
leave it at home.
- Always place your cell phone in your pocket or bag where it is
not visible.
- Set your cell phone in silent mode when you are in public
places and inside public vehicles.
- If there is an urgent need for you to use your cell phone
while outside, go to a place where you are more secured inside

stores, near security guards, near police stations, inside offices, or

even in comfort room cubicles.
- Always walk in well-lighted places. When walking alone, be
on guard for persons following you walk towards areas where
there are people in case you might need help.
- Keep your bag with your cell phone inside close to your body.
- When in public vehicles, be alert for snatchers; be suspicious
of passengers who come in threes or fours and who position
themselves beside/behind the driver near the estribo, and one
among the passengers.
- If you fall victim to snatchers, report to the police and to your
cell phone providers immediately.
- Always cooperate with the police and barangay authorities.
- If you wish to own a second hand cell phone, ask for the
complete kit and receipt.

DONTs
- When in public places, refrain from displaying your cell phone
unnecessarily. Avoid using it in public. Do not clip it on your waist
or carry it while walking or while inside public vehicles. This will
only give snatchers the opportunity to grab it from you.
- Never lend your cell phones to strangers who may approach
you to make emergency calls.
- Do not resist hold-up men or snatchers. Do not panic. Follow
their instructions but remain calm enough to remember their
description and the directions they took in escaping
- When inside establishments, offices or restaurants, do not
leave your cell phone lying around tables, on top of cabinets, or

even on chairs beside you. Youll never know when strangers, or

thieves posing as visitors, may come and take your cell phone
when you are least Aware.
- When paying for purchases in stores or super markets, do not
leave your cell phone on the counter. Place it in your bag or
pocket.

Remember, buying or selling stolen property is punishable under

the Anti-Fencing Law or PD 1612.
The anti-Fencing Law is a special law which imposes penalties
on people who sell, buy or acquire anything of value which are
stolen.
People caught possessing stolen property or articles will be
punished with imprisonment of 6 to 12 years to a maximum of 20
years depending on the value of the stolen property or articles.

You can Prevent Rape

The city attracts all types of people. Most of them are lawabiding citizens. But there are exceptions, and you have no way of
knowing who is and who is not law abiding.
Here are few precautions which will greatly reduce your chances
of becoming a victim of rape:
- Be alert when youre alone.
- Stay out of alleys, vacant lots and buildings.
- Walk near the curb and dont pass too closely to shrubbery,
dark doorways and other concealed places. Avoid shortcuts.
- Carry a whistle in your hand ready to use

- If someone is following you, immediately cross the street and

lead for bright lights and where there are people. Be ready to use
your whistle.
- Be discreet. Dont broadcast details of your personal plans to
casual acquaintances or strangers.
- If you must work late in an office building, alert a friend of
relative or the security guard so he will know where you are and
when to expect you. Ask your employer to provide an escort, or
arrange to leave in a group. Dont walk to your vehicle alone if
you can avoid it.
When arriving home by taxi or private car, request the
driver to wait until you have entered the house.
- If you are driving your own car, it is suggested that:
Keep window rolled up. If your car does not have an airconditioning, lower the windows just so there would be enough
ventilation.
When walking to your car, keep your keys in your hand
until you are surely inside. Doing so would allow you to get inside
the vehicle more quickly if ever somebody attacks.
- If you suspect that someone is following you, try to make a
few turns down active streets. If he makes the same turns, head
for the nearest police station or 24-hour convenient store. Do not
head for your own quite residence area.
If someone forces you off the road, do not panic. Instead,
blow your horn repeatedly to attract attention if you are forced
over, put car in reverse as soon as you stop and back away.
Before getting inside your car, check if theres somebody
inside hiding in the nearest backseat. When leaving your car,
make sure it is locked.


As much as possible, park your car in a well-lit area.
This will not only deter rapist but will also prevent car thieves as
well.
- If a door or window has been forcibly opened or broken
while you were away, do not enter your house or call out.
Someone may still be inside. Use a neighbors phone immediately
to call the police and wait there until they arrive.
Dont hitchhike or accept rides from strangers. If a
vehicle approaches and you are threatened, turn and run in the
opposite direction. The driver will have to turn around to pursue
you. Make your screams loud and long. Remember: the
opportunity for a rape is increased when you accept an offer of a
ride home or a late snack from someone whom youve just met at
a lounge, club or party. Being aware will lessen your chances of
being assaulted.

The object is to get away with the least injury to yourself.

- Violence is seldom far from the rapists mixed-up mind. Rape
is much more a crime of violence than of sex. The rapist deals
with threats in just two ways. Fight or Flight.
- If your assailant has a weapon, dont resist. You will have to
gain his confidence if you are to escape the assault. Gaining the
mans confidence is an essential step in gaining your freedom
unharmed.
- Your best chance to react safely is when your assailants
guard is down. To install for time, you may need to give the
impression that you are going along with him. You need to go
along will end when you see or devise a chance to react safely.

If Attacked
- Be prepared to defend yourself if physically attacked.
- Think!
- Dont panic!
- Look a way to escape!
- Your best defense is noise a loud screaming.
- Scream Help! If there is no response, try screaming Fire!
Fire! Fire! Because it could affect them.
- If you have exhausted all other possibilities for immediate
escape, talk to the rapist. Talk about his family, how he doesnt
want to upset them or involve them. Getting him to talk may give
you an opportunity to escape. More women escape by talking
than by fighting.
- If you physically resist your attacker, dont hold back. You
must totally incapacitate him to enable you to escape.

When you are victimized

- Report the crime to the nearest police station
- Have a medical and internal gynecological examination as
son as possible accompanies by a police officer
- Inform the doctor of exact acts committed upon you have
him note any medical evidence about the rape.
- Semen smears must betaken by the doctor
- Doctors should take note of bruises or injuries.
- Have the doctor test you for venereal disease and pregnancy.

- Inform the police of all details of the attack, especially about

anything unusual that you may have noted about the attacker.
- Show police any external bruises resulting in the attack. Also
show them to a friend or relative who might be available as a
corroborative witness at the trial.
- Give any torn clothing to the police.
- When calm, make note of the events of the attack, unusual
details, etc.
- In conducting thorough investigation, the police officer will
ask the victim any questions and will go over the details of the
rime. This is necessary because the victim frequently recalls
additional information and details during the subsequent
interviews that are important for the apprehension and
prosecution of the assailant.
- When you are asked to testify, cooperate with the
authorities. You will benefit by doing so, and you may prevent
others from suffering as you had.
- Point out any object the assailant touched or used in
committing the crime. This can be used as evidence.
- Never assume that suspicious persons, occurrences, or
vehicles have been reported to the police. Call the police
whenever you are threatened by danger. Should your call proved
to be a false alarm, it is better to be a bit embarrassed than to be
killed, raped or otherwise injured.

On Bombs and Bomb Threats

Be constantly prepared! There is no excuse for not taking
every step necessary to meet a bomb threat.

BOMB. A device capable of producing damage to material and

injury or death to people when detonated or ignited. Bombs are
classified as explosive which causes damage by fragmentation,
heat and blast wave; and incendiary which generates fireproducing heat without a substantial explosion when ignited.
BOMBING. A bombing occurs when an explosive bomb
detonates or an incendiary bomb ignites.
BOMB THREAT. An information or waning claiming knowledge
that a dangerous device, such as bomb or similar type of
explosive, has been or will be placed in a building, aircraft or
other facilities.
BOMBING INCIDENT. Any occurrence involving the
detonation/ignition of a bomb, the discovery of a bomb, or the
execution of a bomb.

Why prepare against Bomb Incidents?

The Philippine National Police encourages every citizen and every
establishment to be constantly prepared against bomb threats
and bombing incidents. Through preparation, you can reduce the
accessibility of your building and identify those areas that can be
hardened against the potential bomber. Proper planning can
also reduce the treat of panic and decrease the potential for injury
and property damage.
Be prepared! There is no excuse for not taking every step
necessary to meet the threat.

HOW TO PREPARE. In preparing to cope with a bomb incident,

it is necessary to develop two separate plans: a security plan and
a bomb incident plan.
- Security provides for the protection of property, personnel,
facilities, and material against unauthorized entry, trespass,
damage, sabotage, or other illegal or criminal acts. The security
plan deals with prevention and control of access to the building.
- The bomb incident plan provides detailed procedures to be
implemented when a bomb is found or threatened.
- In planning, a command center must be designated to be
located in a focal point of telephone or radio communications.
Obtain an updated blueprint of floor plan of your building and
maintain it in the command center.
- Contact the police department, fire department, or local
government agencies for any assistance in developing your
security or bomb incident plans.
- Training essential to deal properly with a bomb threat
incident. Instruct all personnel, especially those at the telephone
switchboard, on what to do if a bomb threat is received.
RESPONDING TO BOMB THREATS. Each threat received
through any means of communications should be treated as real
and must be forwarded immediately to the proper authorities.
Telephone Bomb Threats. The receiving party must remain
calm and courteous. Try to obtain as much information as possible
from the caller. Take note of the following procedures:
- Get the identity of the caller.
- Take note of the following characteristics: male or female
voice; young, middle-age or old sounding voice; accent of voice;

speech impediments or peculiar voice characteristics; any

background noise; does the voice sound familiar,
- The exact words of the persons placing the call.
- Show no emotion on the phone.
- Know the exact location of the bomb.
- Ask for a description of the bomb/composition of the
explosive.
- Repeat the message to the caller whenever possible and ask
for confirmation.
- The receiving party should remain calm and courteous. He
should listen carefully and write sown accurately the information
the caller provides.
- If possible, refer the caller to a supervisor or a person in
authority to extract more information.
- Apply delaying tactics and engage the caller in prolonged
conversation.
- Take note of the exact time the suspect hung up.
- The person receiving the bomb threat should attempt to ask
the caller certain questions: When is the bomb going to explode?
What does the bomb look like? What will cause it to explode? Why
did you place the bomb?
- Remember that the caller may not answer your question, but
any additional information that may relate will be helpful.
- It may be advisable to inform the caller that the building is
occupied and the detonation of a bomb could result in death or
serious injury to many innocent people.

- Once the telephone threat is received, notify your local police

at once.
Handwritten or typed Notes. Documents and other materials
received should be carefully handled to preserve marks,
fingerprints, etc. for examination by competent authorities.
These items should be forwarded immediately to the proper
authorities for analysis and evaluation. Written messages should
never be ignored.

Person to Person or Direct Threat

- Notify your security supervisor immediately.
- Keep the person making the threat or indicating knowledge of
a threat under surveillance until relieved by your supervisor.
- Take note of the age, height, weight, sex, color of
eyes/hair/skin, clothing, and unusual characteristics such as
lameness, twitching or any peculiarities of the person under
surveillance. Observe other personal behavior, if any.
- If the person leaves the scene, take note of the make, model,
color, plate number and markings of the vehicle used.

PHYSICAL SEARCH OF BUILDINGS. The most effective and

fastest search of a building can be made by the normal occupants
of that building. Bomb can be packed in as many different ways
as the makers imagination will allow. Since the object of the
search can vary in size and shape, it is a fundamental rule that
search must be made by persons who are familiar with the area in
order to notice a strange or foreign object.
In some instances, the detonation or ignition of any explosive
or incendiary might depend on a change in environment, e.g.

temperature variations or the presence of an electric current.

Therefore, the personnel assigned to conduct the search should
be cautioned not to cause, or at least minimize any change in the
environment. Do not go into a dark room and turn n the lights or
change the setting of the thermostats in the room.
Safety Tips for Children
Begin with the Basics
- Make sure the children know their full name, address (city
and street), telephone number including area code, and names of
his or her parents.
- Be sure children know how to call or text emergency 117 and
how to use a pay phone.
Teach children never to accept ride or gifts from someone they
dont know.
- Teach children to go to a clerk, security guard or police officer
for help if lost in a mall, store or street.
- Accompany children to public restrooms.
- Teach children that no one, not even someone they know, has
the right to touch them in a way that makes them feel
uncomfortable. Tell them they have the right to say NO in this
situation.
- Show children safe places they can go in your neighborhood
in case of an emergency, like a trusted neighbors house.
- Inspect areas in your neighborhood that threaten childrens
safety, like bushes in wooded areas, overgrown shrubbery, poor
lighting, etc. and tell them to avoid these places.

At School and at Play

- Encourage children not to walk and play alone. Tell them to

avoid places that could be dangerous like: alleys, wooded areas,
vacant building, and new construction.
- Make sure children take the safest routes to and from school,
stores, and friends houses. Teach children to always take the
same way home from school.
- Teach children to talk confidently and be alert to whats going
on around them.
- Teach children to avoid strangers who may hang around
playgrounds, public restrooms, vacant building, etc.
- Children should not walk next to curbs.
- Children should avoid using cell phones in public places or
public utility vehicles.
- Children should not wear expensive jewelry or clothing to
school.
- A child should check in with parent or trusted neighbor as
soon as they arrive home from school. Someone should know if
they are staying late at school.
- Parents should take time to listen carefully to childrens fear
and feelings about people or places that scare them or make
them feel uneasy. Tell them to trust their instincts. Take
complaints about bullies seriously.
- Children should be taught to settle argument with words, not
fist or weapons.
- Children should be taught to tell a school official immediately
if they see another student with a gun, knife or other weapon.