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#Usps suspicious package poster how to#
We remain focused on our mission to keep the mail safe and secure for everyone.Įarlier this week, the Postal Service provided employees and customers with guidance on how to deal with suspicious mail and packages. While there has been an arrest, we must remain alert and continue to follow our established suspicious mail protocols.


This is a testament to the hard work of our postal employees who were vigilant and aided in these investigations. Web News Article : 2017-86 - Industrial Relations Director Vance Zimmerman reminds APWU members to be aware of the USPS safety procedures when handling suspicious mail: Every day, every postal employee who works with the mail needs to make sure they are vigilant to the potential risks involved. We are especially pleased that there have been no injuries. We worked closely with local and federal law enforcement partners to protect our employees, customers and the American public, and to speed the investigation and apprehension of the alleged perpetrator. Postal Service and the Postal Inspection Service responded quickly and effectively to the threat of suspicious packages in the mailstream. Over the past week, the men and women of the U.S. Call 911 (or the emergency response number in your area) Wait in a safe place until the police/fire arrive. Wash your hands or shower with soap and water. to ensure the envelope/package contains no suspicious materials. Get everyone out of the room and close the door. United States Postal Service (USPS) guidelines on mail security are found in USPS.

Click on the image to see a larger version. Remove any clothing that has powder or liquid on it and seal it in a plastic bag. USPS has distributed this poster to help employees, customers and others identify suspicious mail and packages.
