In addition to the Protective Measures taken at the previous Threat Condition,
- Coordinate necessary security efforts with Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies including any National Guard or other appropriate armed forces organizations.
- Take additional precautions at the public events and consider alternative venues or cancellation.
- Restrict threatened facility access to essential personnel only.
Individuals
In addition to the Protective Measures taken at the previous Threat Condition,
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities.
- Review your personal disaster plan.
- Exercise caution when traveling.
- Have shelter in place, materials on hand, and review procedure in “Terrorism: Preparing for the Unexpected” brochure. For more information:
http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/keepsafe/unexpected.html
- If a need is announced, donate blood at designated blood collection center.
- Prior to volunteering, contact agency to determine their needs.
Schools
In addition to the Protective Measures taken at the previous Threat Condition,
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities.
- Review emergency plans.
- Offer Masters of Disaster “Facing Fear: Helping Young People Deal with Terrorism and Tragic Events” lessons in grades K-12. For more information:
http://www.redcross.org/disaster/masters/facingfear
- Prepare to handle inquiries from anxious parents and media.
- Discuss children's fears concerning possible terrorist attacks.
- U.S. Department of Education Emergency Planning website:http://www.ed.gov/emergencyplan/
Businesses
In addition to the Protective Measures taken at the previous Threat Condition,
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities.
- Review emergency plans to include continuity of operations and media materials on hand.
- Determine need to restrict access to business or provide private security firm support and/or reinforcement.
- Contact vendors/suppliers to confirm their emergency response plan procedures.
- If a need is announced, contact nearest blood collection agency and offer to organize a blood drive.
