Crime Scene Initial Action

Question 1

Arriving at the Scene

Answer 1

1) Note and stop any vehicles attempting to leave the scene.
2) Park in a clear, safe area.
3) Note your time of arrival, the weather and any other relevant matters.
4) Stop and take note of what is happening and where.
5) Give COMMS a sitrep
6) Maintain radio comms. If necessary, give a SFP
7) Approach the scene, with radio & appropriate equipment
8) Locate your informant and obtain the facts in brief.
9) Identify an interference in the scene.
10) Remember to record or mark out a clear approach to the scene.

Question 2

Establish order and control

Answer 2

1) Control - remove all people from the scene. Assemble people in clear area and stay with them. Warn them not to discuss. Keep warring factions apart. Obtain details.

Their cooperation and consent is required unless arrested.

Question 3

Scene Guard Duties

Answer 3

Maintains a register
Records all movements
Scene - prevent unauthorised entry
Communicate relevant info to O/C Scene
Ensure common approach path used
No discussion with bystanders
Ensure no disturbance
Guard & protect scene & prevent animals 
Use courtesy with civilians, witnesses
Advise O/C of actions taken
Relief - brief relieving scene guard
Duty - remain until relieved

Question 4

Briefing CIB

Answer 4

Advise of:

1) situation
2) what has been done
3) what is being done
4) what needs to be done immediately