The Bomb Threat

This information has been written for the managers and owners of small businesses and its purpose is to help reduce the risk of a bomb attack against you, your staff, your customers and your property.

First of all you should decide how likely a terrorist attack against your business is. If your organisation could be targeted by a particular terrorist group, take that into account when you are planning how to protect your organisation. You should also think about getting more detailed advice than is given here. However, terrorists do not always target specific businesses when they plant bombs. They may well plant them at random, so your business might be affected simply because of where it is. The chances of you suffering a bomb attack may also change over time. In some cases, if you are at high risk, you may receive information directly from the police. Otherwise, you can get a good idea of the level of terrorist activity from reports in the media.

If you own or manage a small business, the advice given will help you to make your staff safer and your building more secure. You will also be protecting your business against other forms of crime.

Some Useful Information

Bombs are easily disguised. They may be hidden in bags, cases or other everyday containers and in out-of-the-way places. Vehicles can carry large bombs without showing any signs. You should treat any object which is unusual or out of place with suspicion. There are four kinds of bombs which you should know about:

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