Mail Delivery Protocols

A number of camps are developing new mail delivery protocols. We will be reviewing what people are doing to discover best practice. You may wish to inform your parents you will not open or deliver mail that does not have a return address. Mail that has been metered at the Post Office is more secure than packages that arrive with numerous stamps attached. Some camps are even giving parents camp address seals to increase security and speed of delivery once the package reaches the camps.

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Anthrax Questions

Since camps receive a great deal of mail, we want to advise you of recommended precautions.

What is the safest way to handle individual letters or packages?

  • Be on the lookout for suspicious envelopes or packages.
  • DO NOT open suspicious mail.
  • Open all mail with a letter opener or other method that minimizes skin contact with the mail and is least likely to disturb contents.
  • Open mail with a minimum amount of movement.
  • Do not blow into envelopes.
  • Do not shake or pour out contents.
  • Keep hands away from nose and mouth while working with and opening mail.
  • While opening mail, turn off fans, portable heaters, and other equipment that may create air currents.
  • Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling mail

What do I do if I come across a suspicious piece of mail?

  • Do NOT open the package or letter.
  • Do not shake, empty, or otherwise disturb its contents.
  • Put the package down and do not handle it further.
  • Do not touch or try to clean up the substance.
  • Alert others nearby.
  • Do not remove ANY items from area.
  • Leave the area and gently close the door.
  • Wash hands well with soap and water.
  • Contact your supervisor, designated responder or other appropriate authority.
  • Limit movements within the building to prevent spread of substance.

For additional information: www.osha.gov/bioterrorism/anthrax/faqs.h

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