Suspicious Mail and/or Package
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- Letters that include a threat or have suspicious contents such as white powder or pictures of the workplace.
- Packages with oil or grease spots, an inaccurate address, or excessive postage and/or packaging.
If you encounter a suspicious mail item or package:
- Isolate the item. Do not open or handle it yourself.
- If you do open an item that contains a suspicious substance, evacuate the area and immediately wash your hands with soap and water.
- Contact your management or security personnel.
- Do not destroy written threats or envelopes in which they are received unless directed to do so by your management or security procedures.
Sources: U.S. Postal Inspection Service Guide to Mail Center Security and DHS Best Practices for Safe Mail Handling |
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