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• stay calm — do not panic or hang up,
• take the threat seriously, remain focused and try to remember as many details as possible,
• keep the caller on the line for as long as you can (e.g. by pretending not to understand) to gather more information,
• write down or record the conversation, including the time, manner of speaking, and the message given,
• if the threat was sent by email — save and print the message,
• immediately report the threat to the building administrator or the police.

Procedures in the event of a bomb alert

• identify possible evacuation routes from the building, train station, shopping mall, or any other crowded area,
• move away from heavy objects or items that could shatter easily, as they may become hazardous during an explosion,
• never leave your personal belongings unattended, and do not accept packages or bags from strangers,
• curiosity can be dangerous — leave the danger zone as quickly as possible; as you move away, calmly alert others nearby or heading toward the danger zone, without causing panic,
• if evacuation is announced, stay calm, take your personal belongings (bag, jacket, mobile phone) and exit the area quickly and in an orderly manner,
• once the police arrive on site, they will take control of the response operation — follow their instructions,
• if a parking area falls within the danger zone, do not attempt to retrieve your car or other valuables — your life is more important.

When contacting the police (112 or 997):

• provide the location and description of the suspicious item that may be an explosive device,
• give the address where the device was allegedly placed,
• if the threat was received by phone, report the exact content of the conversation with the caller,
• if the threat was received by email, read out the message, including the time it was received,
• provide your name, the phone number you are calling from, and the time of the report,
• request the police to confirm that they have received your report.

What should raise suspicion:

• the shipment comes from an unknown or suspicious sender or location,
• unusual features: suspicious weight, size, shape, or odor,
• visible foil, wires, or cords inside the package,
• dirty, greasy, stained, or oddly scented packaging,
• unusual protective materials used for no clear reason (e.g. excessive tape, mesh, fishing line, string, reinforced edges),
• unexpected or unnecessary markings such as “Private,” “Confidential,” “To be delivered in person,” etc.

If you suspect a package may be dangerous:

• do not accept it from the courier, delivery person, or mail carrier,
• if found in your mailbox, do not open it — place it back inside, close the mailbox,
• if you have already brought it home, do not open it; place it in a thick plastic bag and seal it tightly with tape,
• place that bag into a second thick plastic bag and seal it again (tie it securely and tape it shut),
• do not move the package unnecessarily — leave it where it is,
• close all windows and doors; prevent access to the area by others; turn off air conditioning and ventilation,
• immediately call emergency services at 112 and follow their instructions,
• if possible, wash your hands and face thoroughly with soap and water.

If you opened the shipment and the contents seem suspicious (e.g. powder, dust, solid chunks, gelatinous substances, foam, or liquid):

• do not touch, move, smell, or disturb the contents (avoid causing air movement in the room — close windows and doors, and switch off ventilation and air conditioning systems),
• if possible, put on gloves and cover your face with a mask, scarf, or cloth,
• cover the contents of the shipment with a plastic bag (or paper if no bag is available) and tape it securely to the surface it is on,
• avoid handling the shipment if you do not have proper materials,
• if possible, wash your hands and face thoroughly with soap and water,
• if you cannot take these actions safely, leave the room immediately and secure it to prevent entry,
• call emergency services at 112 immediately and follow their instructions,
• anyone who had contact with the shipment should gather in one isolated area and wait for the emergency services.

• military ordnance such as fuses, shells, aerial bombs, artillery and rifle ammunition, grenades, mines, explosive materials, and metal scrap that may contain explosive remnants,
• military or industrial materials that are flammable, corrosive, or toxic, and may become dangerous when handled or exposed to air or heat — such as contents of pressurized cylinders, fire extinguishers, or chemical residues in laboratory equipment.

• do not dig it up,
• do not touch it — never pick it up, move it, or use any tools on it,
• do not throw it into a fire, water, or ditch,
• if possible, secure the area to prevent others from approaching,
• call the police immediately (112 or 997) and follow their instructions,
• stay nearby at a safe distance until authorities arrive, keep others away from the site.

• do not enter areas marked as restricted, such as military training grounds, firing ranges, or ammunition storage areas,
• never touch or tamper with any found objects resembling bombs, shells, ammunition, or grenades,
• instruct children how to recognize and respond safely to these kinds of threats.