If an item is believed to be suspicious you should follow the five 'C's:
Confirm
the location of the suspicious object and inform Campus Security on 01227 82(3333) or the Police by calling 999. Try not to touch or move the suspicious object. Photographing or videoing it on your mobile phone would be useful for the emergency services.
Clear
the immediate area of people and then clear outwards away from the suspicious object. Communicate the necessity of clearing the area in a calm but firm manner to avoid a panicked response. There will always be a decision to evacuate or invacuate dependent upon the circumstances of the incident, the environment and protection offered by buildings or the environment.
Cordon
to a radius of:
- 100 metres for small packages or briefcases
- A minimum of 200 meters for cars or large items
- A minimum of 400 meters for large vehicles
Please note that these are “rule of thumb” distances and the actual decision will be based on the location, secondary hazards such as glass, gas or fuel containers, screening from buildings etc.
Control
the incident until Campus Security or emergency services arrive.
Communicate
by contacting Campus Security on 01227 823333 (if not already actioned). Contact emergency services by calling 999.
