Non-Offence Incidents

Question 1

What is the purpose of the post mortem examinations?

Answer 1

A post-mortem is an examination of a person’s body to determine the cause of death.

Question 2

Who authorises and performs the post mortem?

Answer 2

Authorises: Coroner
Performs: Pathologist

Question 3

What are the circumstances in which an inquest must be held?

Answer 3

Suicide
Cause Unknown
Unnatural/ Violent
Medical
Birth
Institution
Enactment

Question 4

What is the purpose of a coronial inquest?

Answer 4

To establish:

1) If someone dies
2) The identity if the deceased
3) The cause of death
4) When they died
5) Where they died
6) Circumstances around their death

Also to establish if the public needs to be notified to ensure that no further deaths occur, AND/OR if any other investigation authorised need to be involved.

Question 5

What documentation is required for sudden deaths?

Answer 5

Verification of Death (COR31)
Deceased Person Identification Form (POL 265A)
Pathologist's Report
POL 47 (Initial report for coroner)
Statements, Job Sheets and Depositions.

Question 6

What are the three factors you must consider before deciding on what action to take in a missing person situation?

Answer 6

Age
Zone of Safety
Circumstances