Crime Scene Processing

Some common evidence types that might be found at a crime scene include:

• Fingerprints, hair, fibers, and blood

• Books, pencils, and erasers

• Shoes, hats, and sunglasses

• Paintings, sculptures, and vases

What does S.O.C.O stand for?

• Scene Of Crime Officer

• Special Operations Command Office

• Security Operations Control Office

• Service Of Criminal Organization

What is the main role of a Scene Of Crime Officer?

• To gather forensic evidence at the scene of a crime.

• To interrogate suspects at the police station.

• To prosecute criminals in court.

• To patrol neighborhoods for suspicious activity.

Are Scene Of Crime Officers police officers?

• No, they are not police officers but are employed by the police force.

• Yes, they are fully sworn police officers.

• They are private investigators hired by the police.

• They are volunteers from the community.

Do SOCOs investigate crimes or analyse evidence themselves?

• True

• False

Select the option that lists the most pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) visible in the image and briefly explains why they might be used.

• Hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, and high-visibility vest; used for head, eye, hand protection, and visibility.

• Only gloves; used for hand protection.

• Safety glasses and earplugs; used for eye and hearing protection.

• High-visibility vest and sandals; used for visibility and comfort.

The image of the kitchen shows the following risks:

• Slippery floor, open flames, and sharp objects

• No risks present at all

• Only electrical hazards are present

• Only food items are visible

Fill in the blank: Contamination is the unwanted transfer of material which must be avoided at a _________?

• crime scene

• hospital

• school

• laboratory

Which of the following is a way individuals can contaminate the scene or evidence at a crime scene?

• Leaving fingerprints / hairs / fibres / DNA

• Wearing gloves at all times

• Using new equipment only

• Sealing evidence properly

Which of the following is a way individuals can contaminate the scene or evidence at a crime scene?

• Not sealing the evidence properly

• Sealing the evidence properly

• Using new equipment only

• Wearing gloves at all times