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Training Video Series (TVS)

The "What to Do" TVS communicates improvised explosive device (IED) threats, explains counter-IED concepts, and demonstrates bombing prevention procedures by showing the audiences how to react to a bombing attack and deal with a variety of explosive threats such as bomb threats and suspicious items. Sometimes referred to as "how-to" videos, these training videos are designed to improve individual skills to identify indicators of an IED attack, threat conditions, and mitigation measures. Download a printer-friendly fact sheet for "What to Do" TVS.

The "Be Vigilant" TVS guides you through three separate, but related, incidents of suspicious activity that could lead to a bombing event. It reinforces the fact that several different people in numerous scenarios have opportunities to spot these indicators and make proper notifications. The videos reinforce the fact that bombs can be made from everyday items, and that retail employees and store managers are the first line of defense in spotting and reporting suspicious purchases, activities and behaviors. The "Be Vigilant" TVS powerfully shows every American that if you See Something, Say Something. You may stop a horrific event and save the lives of potential innocent victims.

What to Do: Bomb Threat

Description: Demonstrates the procedures you should follow during a bomb threat and will help you prepare and react appropriately.
Video Length: 
04 minutes and 12 seconds
Audience: General public
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What to Do: Bomb Searches

Description: Describes basic bomb search procedures to use once the determination has been made that a search is warranted and the authorities have been notified. This video demonstrates in detail, the room, route, and area search techniques that can be applied to any type of facility.
Video Length: 08 minutes and 25 seconds
Audience: General public
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What to Do: Surviving a Bomb Attack

Description: Describes what happens when a bomb detonates and demonstrates the procedures you should follow to survive a bomb attack.
Video Length: 06 minutes and 43 seconds
Audience: General public
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What to Do: Suspicious or Unattended Item

Description: Demonstrates how you can determine whether an item is suspicious (potential bomb) or simply unattended and will help you prepare and react appropriately.
Video Length: 07 minutes and 53 seconds
Audience: General public
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Be Vigilant: Vigilant Neighbor

Description: Demonstrates the importance of exercising situational awareness in your neighborhood and community. This video portrays the outcomes of failing to report suspicious activity after observing it. 
Video Length: 
03 minutes and 16 seconds
Audience: General public
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Be Vigilant: Vigilant Manager

Description: Demonstrates the the importance of exercising situational awareness in a managerial role at the workplace. This video guides the audience through the types of unregulated chemicals and bomb-making materials available for purchase in everyday stores, and the possible outcomes and consequences if those materials are purchased or stolen for nefarious reasons.
Video Length: 
02 minutes and 54 seconds
Audience: General public
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Be Vigilant: Vigilant Employee

Description: Demonstrates the the importance of exercising situational awareness as an employee at the workplace. This video walks the viewers through both suspicious purchasing behaviors and suspicious purchasing activities. 
Video Length: 
02 minutes and 47 seconds
Audience: General public
Video: Click Here to Watch