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BBC story: Police are urging office workers to be alert to suspicious packages, after seven letter bombs were posted in England and Wales in three weeks. The DVLA in Swansea was the latest place to receive a device. Read the story.
Various information resources have been published on government websites advising businesses and other organisations about how to prepare for such threats and how to react to an incident:
Protecting against terrorism
See section 3: Bombs and how to deal with them.
Evacuation planning
Biological/chemical threats by post
If there is a concern that a suspect biological/chemical package has been received, sensible steps can be taken to minimise the risk of exposure and the possibility of harm. The overall message is to remain calm.
General mail handling - what to look for
* Look out for suspicious envelopes or packages (see below for some things that should trigger suspicion).
* Open all mail with a letter opener or other method that is least likely to disturb contents.
* Open packages/envelopes with a minimum amount of movement.
* Do not blow into envelopes.* Do not shake or pour out contents.
* Keep hands away from nose and mouth while opening mail.
* Wash hands after handling mail.
•Date: 8th Feb 2007 • Region: UK •Type: Article •Topic: Terrorism
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