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frmc  
#1 Posted : 21 March 2011 16:06:13(UTC)
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frmc

I have been asked by the manageing agent of a multi occupied building if there is any requierment to have a written procedure for bomb threat. It is a relatively low risk building and not particulary at risk from a bomb threat. Is there anywhere out there any one could recommend to direct me of the legal requierment.
Kate  
#2 Posted : 21 March 2011 16:12:27(UTC)
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Kate

This website on the general subject tells you that (as usual) it all depends on risk assessment: http://www.nactso.gov.uk...ks/BusinessSecurity.aspx
Kate  
#3 Posted : 21 March 2011 16:13:51(UTC)
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Kate

Sorry, this is the more relevant page: http://www.nactso.gov.uk/ManageRisk.aspx
MB1  
#4 Posted : 21 March 2011 16:22:13(UTC)
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MB1

How about H&S at Work etc Act regarding safe access/egress even during emergencies? http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1974/37 Management of Health & Safety Regulations http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1974/37 Also in regard to civil liability duty of care to employees, visitors etc should be considered as well as your insurance company may have a vested interest for you to have a procedure in place?
chas  
#5 Posted : 21 March 2011 16:23:39(UTC)
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chas

Not sure of a specific legal requirement but from a business continuity/resillience point of view it is a good idea to have policy & procedures. The Home Office produced a document a while back called 'Bombs - Protecting People and Property'. Their website no longer shows it but it can be found at the following site... http://www.patronusanaly...rotectpeopleproperty.pdf The document gives useful info regarding written procedures and checklists for telephone operators etc. Hope this helps
firesafety101  
#6 Posted : 21 March 2011 19:31:24(UTC)
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firesafety101

I suppose you will only know you need such a policy when the bomb threat actually arrives?
Lummy  
#7 Posted : 22 March 2011 10:00:59(UTC)
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Lummy

I had worked for a large American company a few years ago and I have produced a full policy and training package on Bomb Threat, if you would like a copy just let me know.
RayRapp  
#8 Posted : 22 March 2011 10:22:05(UTC)
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RayRapp

If it is not a high risk building then I suggest adopting the approach advocated by MB1. A suspect package would be treated similar to any other hazard which would render the building unsafe ie gas leak, fire, etc. Therefore the building would be evacuated, the surrounding area cleared of personnel and wait for the emergency services.
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