Mod 4 Crime scene preservation

Question 1

how to avoid violence

Answer 1

• stage away from known incidents until law enforcement arrives
• sound survival skills
• retreat

Question 2

violence awareness

Answer 2

-not only an urban event

Question 3

T/F paramedics can look like law enforcement officers

Answer 3

T

• similar uniforms
• may be more aggressive to police
• our self defence is limited

Question 4

Body armour

Answer 4

• sometimes paramedics get soft body armour
• not bulletproof
• doesn’t shield neck or head

Question 5

Indicators of violence

Answer 5

• can often be predicted
• avoid tunnel vision
• be alert

Question 6

Highway incidents

Answer 6

• vehicle may be dangerous

- after dark use high beams and spotlights

Question 7

Highway incidents approaching the vehicle

Answer 7

• systematic approach
• two or more paramedics in the unit
• flashlight

Question 8

Highway incidents dangerous situations

Answer 8

• never turn your back on the threat
• always have at least 2 ways out
• provide dispatch with all needed info

Question 9

residential incidents

Answer 9

-info may be limited

Question 10

domestic violence

Answer 10

• do not enter if dispute is in progress
• wait for law
• if on scene retreat with patient when it is safe to do so

Question 11

drug labs

Answer 11

• hazardous
• toxic
• booby traps
• highly flammable chemicals
• methamphetamine

Question 12

gangs

Answer 12

• increasing threat
• use 3 R’s (reputation, respect, retaliation)
• use common sense

Question 13

multi casualty shootings/snipers

Answer 13

• be prepared and trained!
• remain in staging area
• tactical paramedics

Question 14

hostage situations

Answer 14

• last 4.5 to 5 hours
• behaviour affects survival
• PTSD
• more concerning then physical problems

Question 15

stages of a hostage

Answer 15

• do not attempt to escape
• obtain as much info as you can
• manage yourself/personal environment
• other hostages may look to you

Question 16

contact/cover

Answer 16

• never assume you will not be harmed

- use walls as cover and or vehicles

Question 17

evasive tactics

Answer 17

• don’t change locations just for a change
• look
• run in zigzag

Question 18

concealment techniques

Answer 18

• tall grass, shrubs, shadows

- more common after dark

Question 19

self defence

Answer 19

• identify yourself and say stay back

- always use interview stance

Question 20

self defence distraction techniques

Answer 20

• provoke a flinch or blink
• throw PCR pad
• use physical force

Question 21

crime scene types of evidence/rules

Answer 21

• testimonial
• physical
• follow law enforcement direction

Question 22

physical evidence

Answer 22

• any physical thing

- could even be from a witness/worker at the scene

Question 23

crime scene tips

Answer 23

• wear fresh gloves
• use same entry/exit route
• make general observations
• don’t let victims clean up after themselves
• try and preserve clothing
• if you have to move something notify police

Question 24

common types of evidence

Answer 24

• fingerprints
• footwear
• physical comparisons
• DNA