HAZARDS & THREATS

Suspicious Package

• Do not shake or empty the contents of any suspicious envelope or package.
• Place any suspicious envelope or package in a plastic bag or other type of container to prevent the contents from leaking.
• If you do not have a container, cover the envelope or package with anything (for example, clothing, paper, trash can, etc.) and do not remove this cover.
• Leave the room and close the door or section off the area to prevent others from entering.
• Wash your hands with soap and water to prevent spreading any substance to your face.
• Report the incident to Campus Police at 229-430-4711 and notify your building officials or an available supervisor.
• If possible, list all people who were in the room or area when the envelope or package arrived. Give this list to responding authorities.

How to Identify Suspicious Envelopes or Packages

A suspicious envelope or package might include the following:

• Excessive postage
• Handwritten or poorly typed address
• Incorrect title
• Title without name
• Misspelling of common words
• Oily stain, discoloration or odor
• No return address
• Excessive weight
• Lopsided or uneven envelope
• Protruding wires or aluminum foil
• Excessive security material such as masking tape, string, etc.
• Visual distractions
• Ticking sound
• Restrictive endorsements, such as personal or confidential
• City or state in the postmark that does not match the return address