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Safety Tips & Protocols
Suspicious Packages
At Airport Terminals
- Be suspicious of objects found around the house, office or automobile.
- Check mail and packages for:
- Unusual odors
- Too much wrapping
- Bulges, bumps, or odd shapes
- No return or unfamiliar return address
- Incorrect spelling or poor typing
- Items sent registered or marked "personal" that are not expected
- Protruding wires or string
- Do not handle the suspect package
- Clear the area immediately
- Notify your supervisory chain of authority at once
- Notify the proper authorities.
- Evacuate the wounded.
- Move to a clear area away from automobiles, buildings and garbage.
- Be alert for secondary bombs.
- Stay informed.
At Airport Terminals
- Use concealed bag tags.
- Spend as little time as possible at the airport.
- Pass through airport checks quickly.
- Go to a lounge or other open area away from baggage lockers.
- Sit facing the crowd.
- Maintain physical contact with your carry-ons.
- Do not give your room, credit card, phone or address numbers to strangers
- Choose an inside room away from street-side windows
- Leave lights on when you go out
- Close the curtains
- Arrange knock signals
- Do not give your name when answering phones
- Lock your door
- If confronted, have a plan of action ready
- Use alternate exits and entrances
- Use alternate parking places
- Lock your car
- Look for tampering
- Look under your car
- Be alert when opening your door
- Keep gas tank at least half full
- Alter your travel routes
- Plan escape routes as you drive
- Watch for mopeds and motorcycles
- Never pick up hitch hikers
- Keep windows up and doors locked
- Use common sense
- Use good judgment
- Be ever vigilant and aware of your surroundings