Key LeARNING

• Scene Preservation: Understand the importance of securing and preserving the crime scene to prevent contamination of evidence.

• Evidence Identification: Develop an understanding of various types of evidence, including biological, trace, and digital evidence.

• Evidence Collection: Gain proficiency in techniques for collecting, packaging, and transporting evidence to preserve its integrity.

• Scene Documentation: Learn to comprehensively document the crime scene through photographs, sketches, and detailed notes.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Enhance skills in collaborating with forensic experts, pathologists, and other relevant professionals at the crime scene.

• Legal Protocols: Acquire knowledge of the legal protocols and procedures that govern crime scene management, including search warrants and chain of custody.

• Technology Awareness: Understand how to use technology in crime scene management, such as 3D scanning and GPS mapping.

• Witness Management: Learn effective strategies for managing witnesses and obtaining initial statements at the scene.

• Health and Safety: Recognise health and safety considerations at the crime scene, including the use of personal protective equipment.

• Critical Analysis: Develop critical thinking and analytical skills to interpret crime scene information and hypothesize about the sequence of events.

These outcomes are designed to provide investigators with a solid foundation in managing crime scenes effectively, ensuring the preservation of evidence and adherence to legal standards.