Arson

Question 1

Cameron v R

Answer 1

Recklessness is established if the defendnat recognied that there was a real posibility that his actions would bring about the proscribed result and/or that hte proscribed circumstances existd and having regards to that risk those actions were unreasonable

Question 2

R v Archer

Answer 2

Property may be damaged if it suffers permanent or temporary physical harm or permanent or temporary impairment of its use or value.

Question 3

R v Harpur

Answer 3

The court may have regard to the conduct viewed culmatively until it stops. What remains to be done is always relevant.

Question 4

R v Morley

Answer 4

Loss is assessed by the extent to which the complainant’s position prior to the offence has been diminished or impaired.

Question 5

Elements of Arson - Danger to Life

Answer 5

267(1)(a) Crimes Act 1961

*Intentionally or recklessly
* Damages by fire or damages by means of any explosive
* Any property
* If he or she knows or ought to know that danger to life is likely to ensue

Question 6

Elements of Arson - No Interest

Answer 6

267(1)(b) Crimes Act 1961

• Intentionally or recklessly
• Damages by fire or damages by means of any explosive
• Any immovable property OR Vehicle OR Ship Or Aircraft
• In which that person has no interest

Question 7

Elements of Arson - Causing Loss/Benefit

Answer 7

S267(1)(c) Crimes Act 1961
* Intentionally
* Damages by fire
* Any immovable property OR Vehicle OR Ship Or Aircraft
* With intent
* To obtain any benefit or cause loss to any other person.

Question 8

Elements of Arson - Other Property

Answer 8

S267(2)(a) Crimes Act 1961
* Intentionally or recklessly
* Damages by fire or by means of any explosive
* Any property
* In which that person has no interest

Question 9

Elements of Arson - Other Property to Cause Loss/Benefit

Answer 9

S267(2)(b) Crimes Act 1961
* Intentionally or recklessly
* Damage by fire or by means of any explosive
* Any property
* With intent to obtain any benefit or with intent to cause loss to any person

Question 10

Elements of Intentional Damage - Danger to Life

Answer 10

S269(1) Crimes Act 1961
* Intentionally or Recklessly
* Without claim of right
* Destroys or damages property
* If he or she knows or ought to know that danger to life is likely to result

Question 11

Elements of Intentional Damage - No interest

Answer 11

S269(2)(a) Crimes Act 1961
* Intentionally or recklessly
* Without claim of right
* Destroys or damages any property
* In which that person has no interest.

Question 12

Elements of of Intentional Damage - Benefit

Answer 12

S269(2)(b) Crimes Act 1961
* Intentionally or Recklessly
* Without Claim of Right
* Destroys or damages any property
* With intent to obtain any benefit or with intent to cause loss to any person

Question 13

List common hazards

Answer 13

• Ingestion of particles
• Cuts
• Airborne dusts
• Tripping
• Falling into cavaties
• Items falling
  *Toxic fumes

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Question 14

What protective clothing is required during a scene exam?

Answer 14

• Helmet
• Glasses
• Mask
• Overalls
• Gloves
• Steel caps

Question 15

How can timber risks be mitigated?

Answer 15

Take note of thickness of structural members, the load, and any sounds.

Question 16

How can concrete risks be mitigated?

Answer 16

Look for spalling, discolouration and cracking.

Question 17

How can masonry risks be mitigated?

Answer 17

Look for cracking, leaning and bowing.

Question 18

What is the procedure to investigate a suspicious fire?

Answer 18

1. Interview informant
2. Secure scene
3. Initial interview of fire investigator and O/C of first appliance.
4. Interview the incident controller
5. Ensure safety at the scene if fire is extinguished.
6. Briefing Conference
7. Confer with other police to control scene and conduct enquiries.
8. Contact Comms and give Sit Rep