SOPs, ISO, FSR, accreditation Flashcards
What are the Nolan Principles?
A set of ethical standards that guide the conduct of those working in public office.
What are Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)?
Step-by-step instructions created to help workers carry out routine operations and consistently obtain reliable, credible, and accurate results.
What is the purpose of SOPs?
To ensure contamination standards are met, health and safety guidance is followed, prevent contaminations, and ensure continuity and integrity.
Who writes SOPs?
A group with varying experience and familiarity with the technique.
What should SOPs include?
Scope, limitations, how it’s used, standards, regulatory requirements, roles and responsibilities, and purpose.
What is the process for reviewing SOPs?
Reviewed by those carrying out the procedure on a daily basis to feel involved in the process.
What is ARU SOP 6?
Covers photography.
What are the formats of SOPs?
Simple steps format, hierarchical steps format, and flowchart format.
What is the role of a Document Guardian?
The person preparing the SOP.
What is the role of a Quality Manager?
The person who approves the SOP.
What does ISO stand for?
International Organisation for Standards.
What is ISO 9001?
A standard for quality management.
What does ISO 17020 cover?
Requirements for competence, impartiality, and consistent operation of organizations that perform inspection activities.
What is the purpose of ISO 17025?
Regulations around lab-based activities including testing and calibration.
What is the role of the Forensic Science Regulator (FSR)?
To ensure forensic science providers meet high standards of quality and reliability.
What does the Forensic Science Regulator Act 2021 establish?
A statutory framework for regulation of forensic science services in England and Wales.
What is the Transforming Forensics project?
Assesses the ability of forensic science in the UK and implements the Forensic Capability Network (FCN).
What is accreditation?
Formal recognition that an organization is competent to perform forensic science activities reliably, credibly, and accurately.
What is validation in the context of SOPs?
Used to confirm that the procedure employed for a specific task is suitable for its intended use.
What is UKAS?
United Kingdom Accreditation Service, the sole national accreditation body recognized by the British government.
What is the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984?
Legislation implemented to bring a consistent approach to UK policing, accountability, and transparency.
What does the Criminal Procedure & Investigations Act (CPIA) 1996 detail?
All material collated in an investigation must be available to the defense.
What do the Attorney General Guidelines on Disclosure of Evidence emphasize?
The importance of retaining all images, notes, and further work done on exhibits.
