Characteristics of suspicious
And potentially hazardous letters and packages
Although most business establishments will never receive
mail that contains explosives or biologically or chemically hazardous
substances, the events in recent years make it clear that no office can
completely rule out the possibility of receiving mail meant to injure people and
damage facilities. Therefore every business needs to keep an eye out for
suspicious mail.
Here are several steps you can take to help protect
yourself and your employees from hazardous mail and packages.
Common Characteristics of Dangerous Mail
No return address
Return address that is different state than postmark
Handwritten address
Misspellings
Incorrect title or missing name
Labeled "Personal"
Lopsided envelope
Letters taped closed
Excessive tape on packages
Package or envelope that's heavy for its size
Too much postage
Stains, discoloration , odor, or crystallized substance
on the outside
Leaking powder
How To Handle Suspicious Mail
Do not open it
Don't taste, smell, or touch substances leaking from it
Don't shake it
Isolate it
What Do To About Suspicious Mail
Contact legal authorities
If you suspect a bomb, biological, radiological or
chemical hazard, evacuate the building
Call police
Contact Postal inspectors
If you've opened mail and powder or suspicious
substance has spilled out
Cover the spill and package
Leave room
Prevent access to room by others
Wash hands with soap and water
Make a list of anyone who might have come in contact
with the substance
Remove contaminated clothing as soon as possible and
put in sealed container
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