OF16: Non Violent (Sudden Death) Flashcards
1
Q
What to do when you attend sudden death?
A
- Undertake first aid if appropriate
- Initial scene examination
- Verify death has occured
- Get a medical certificate
- Identify deceased
- Remove deceased
2
Q
What should you do if death is suspicious?
A
Freeze, Control, Preserve
Contact comms and supervisor
3
Q
Who is authorised to issue a verification of death?
A
Doctor, Nurse, Ambo
4
Q
What is the name of the death verification form?
A
COR31
5
Q
What must you do if a doctor cannot be contacted?
A
Report to coroner
6
Q
Who would you contact for advice on moving the deceased?
A
- Sergeant
- National Initial Investigation Office (NIIO)
NIIO will make the arrangements
7
Q
Who to inform after a sudden death?
A
- Supervisor/Comms
- NIIO
- Next of kin
