Collecting and Packaging Chemical & Biohazard Evidence

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All of these are collecting and packaging requirements for BIOHAZARDS, except which of the following? Protective gear, such as a hazmat suit, gloves, and shoe covers should be worn. When packaging the evidence, an evidence label is required to keep track of what the package contains. When packaging the evidence, a chain of custody is required to keep track of who had it from the crime scene to the courtroom. Evidence must first be dried, and then stored in a paper bag, or a plastic bag if the transportation time is under 2 hours).

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Evidence should be stored in paper bags or cardboard boxes.

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All of these are collecting and packaging requirements for LIQUIDS, except which of the following?

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Evidence must first be dried, and then stored in a paper bag, or a plastic bag if the transportation time is under 2 hours.

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All of these are collecting and packaging requirements for PLANT SUBSTANCES, except which of the following? Protective gear, such as a hazmat suit, gloves, and shoe covers should be worn. When packaging the evidence, an evidence label is required to keep track of what the package contains. When packaging the evidence, a chain of custody is required to keep track of who had it from the crime scene to the courtroom. Evidence must be stored in leak proof and non-breakable containers such as metal cans. Evidence should be stored in paper bags or cardboard boxes.

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Evidence should be stored in paper bags or cardboard boxes.

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This toxin is made mostly by Clostridium botulinum. It is a rare but serious toxin caused illness attacks the body's nerves and causes difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis, and even death.

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Botulism

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This toxin is made mostly by Clostridium tetani. When these bacteria enter the body, they produce a toxin that causes painful muscle contractions. Another name for this disease is "lockjaw." It often causes a person's neck and jaw muscles to lock, making it hard to open the mouth or swallow.

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Tetanus

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This poison is found naturally in castor beans. How the poison is taken (inhalation, ingestion, or injection) will cause differing effects on the body. It can be in the form of a powder, a mist, or a pellet, and can be dissolved in water or weak acid.

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Ricin

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This is a serious infectious disease caused by a bacteria known as Bacillus anthracis. It occurs naturally in soil. It has been sent in sealed envelopes in attempts to assassinate the opener. It has the appearance of a white powder.

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Anthrax