OSH Security Practice Test

When conducting a bomb search after a threatening call is received and a suspicious object is found. What you should do next?

1. Prevent anyone from going near or touching the object, notify the property manager and follow instructions

2. Immediately evacuate the building by pulling a fire alarm

3. Call 911 and notify the dispatcher there is a bomb in the building

4. Locate a bucket of water to douse the explosive and prevent it going off

The correct answer is: Prevent anyone from going near or touching the object, notify the property manager and follow instructions

Preventing anyone from going near or touching the suspicious object is paramount in a potentially explosive situation. By securing the area around the object, you are minimizing the risk of an accidental detonation that could result from disturbance. Notifying the property manager ensures that the appropriate authorities can be alerted, and following their instructions is crucial since they may have specific protocols in place for handling such situations. Immediate evacuation can indeed be a necessary response in emergencies, but it may not be the first action taken if the situation allows for assessing the threat while securing the object. Calling 911 is important, but the priority should first be on safety and securing the scene before making the call. Attempting to douse a suspected bomb with water is highly dangerous and not a standard procedure since it could trigger an explosion or worsen the situation. Therefore, the correct approach is to maintain safety by preventing access to the object, notify the property manager, and then follow the established protocols.