Suspicious Packages or Substances

Suspicious packages or substances have become an increasing concern based on recent domestic and international events. If you receive a suspicious package or substance, immediately contact Police and Security at your location.

The following is provided for your information:

Suspicious Mail Characteristics

• Mail that has protruding wires, strange odors or stains
• Mail that appears to contain any kind of “powder-like” substance
• Mail with no return address
• Oddly shaped mail or mail of an unusual size
• Mail for someone who is no longer here
• Mail marked “Personal” or “Confidential”
• Mail addressed to a title, not a name
• Mail that simply does not “seem” legitimate
• Mail with excessive postage
• Mail that is excessively heavy for its size

Proper Response

• Contact Police and Security and take the following precautions:
  • Do not open anything that appears “suspicious”
  • Isolate the letter or parcel
  • Wait for Police and Security personnel to arrive

If you have opened an item that contains any “suspicious” substances:

• Isolate the package/letter in a sealed bag, if possible
• Keep others away from the item
• Keep calm
• Wash your hands with soap and water immediately
• Shut off all fans, air conditioners, heaters, etc. Do not use remote control devices that may send a radio or electrical signal.
• Document by name, address and contact phone number all others who were in the area of the suspected material.