← Threat mapOutside · perimeterStarts at Level 3 · Active
Suspicious package / device
An unexpected item or delivery left at the edge or handed in.
What it looks like
- A bag, box, or delivery no one ordered or claims
- Leaking, wires, odd smell, or an excessive amount of tape/postage
- Someone leaving an item and walking away
Before — design it out
- Screen and log all deliveries to one point
- Keep landscaping and entries clear of places to stash items
- Brief staff: notice, don't touch
During — what staff do
- Do not touch, move, open, or use a radio right next to it
- Clear people back from the area
- Call 911 / venue security and let professionals assess
Based on
Reputable references this guidance aligns with — confirm against your jurisdiction and your venue's own procedures.
Remember the spine. Notice → report quietly → let trained security assess. For immediate danger, call 911 first.