This two-week joint Forensic Access and South West Forensics course, based in Exeter (United Kingdom), will provide an introduction to the role of the Crime Scene Manager (CSM) and the structure of major incident investigation. The next course will take place Monday 13th October to Friday 24th October 2025.
Who is this Course for?
This course is designed for Crime Scene Managers or experienced Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) looking to undertake Crime Scene Management duties.

Get in touch with our training team at training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to discuss upcoming course dates.
Course Aims:
1. Provide an understanding of the role of the CSM and its relation to other key investigative roles.
2. Develop advanced CSM skills, including major scene awareness and strategic decision-making tools.
3. Use immersive Hydra Suite simulations to apply learning in realistic, high-stakes scenarios.
4. Teach the production of major crime logs, direction of CSI staff, and management of forensic scientists.
This course will include the following topics:
- Scene Management Principles
- Direction and Briefing of CSIs and Forensic Scientists at Major Scenes
- ISO Standards
- Leadership and Management
- Role of the SIO
- Kidnap and Murder Investigations
- Niche Evidence and Scene Awareness
- Hydra Suite Scenario Exercises
- Formative and Assessed Simulated Major Crime Scenes
Upcoming Course Dates:
- Monday 13th October to Friday 24th October 2025
This is a 2-week course. It will run from Monday 13th October to Friday 24th October 2025.