Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) – Law Enforcement

• Forensic practitioners involved in DVI operations
• Medico-legal experts with an interest in DVI
• Postgraduate or PGR forensic anthropology and archaeology students with an interest in DVI
• DVI trained police officers who wish to learn more about forensic anthropology and archaeology, the recognition and identification of burnt fragmented remains

This course is approved by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences for CPD Certification.

• Overview of Mass fatality Incidents and DVI
• Explosions and fires- modifications to human tissue and implications for identification
• Recognition of burnt remains, practical exercise
• The role of the forensic anthropologist and archaeologist at the disaster site and in the mortuary
• Outdoor practical exercise

1. To provide delegates with an awareness of how forensic anthropologists and archaeologist can assist police DVI teams in mass fatality incidents
2. To outline specific challenges associated with the recovery and examination of highly fragmented, commingled and burnt human remains from disaster scenes
3. To provide guidance on best practice for achieving positive identification in burnt and highly fragmented remains

How long does this course last?

This is a full 1-day course.

How is payment made for the course?

Please email our Forensic Training Manager at training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to book your place.

Do you offer bespoke training courses?

Yes. We can offer training in all areas of forensic science and so please email us at training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to discuss your requirements.