Surface Dispersal of Human Remains – Law Enforcement

• Crime Scene Managers
• Crime Scene / Forensic Investigators
• Police Search Advisors
• Licensed Search Officers
• Major Crime Investigation Team

• Provide an overview of the techniques used by Forensic Archaeologists and Anthropologists to record and recover dispersed surface remains.
• Gain an understanding into the roles of Forensic Archaeologists and Anthropologists at a crime scene and how to use these forensic practitioners to their full potential.

• An overview of the role of a Forensic Archaeologist and Anthropologist at a crime scene
• Introduction into human vs non-human bone identification
• Bone ID service session to explain how to photograph bones when submitting a request
• Digital and manual recording of dispersed surface remains, including GPS Survey
• Recovery techniques, including exhibiting and packaging evidence
• Introduction into taphonomy and methods of dispersal
• Practical mock scenario of dispersed surface remains – including locating dispersed remains, and recording techniques
• Awareness of other ecology evidence types involved within a surface dispersal of human remains investigation
• Case Studies

How long does this course last?

This is a full one-day course.

How is payment made for the course?

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

Do you offer bespoke training?

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