CSI/QAC: Crime Scene Investigation questions with correct answers

What are the 5 steps of crime scene investigations? - Answer 1) Secure the scene 2) Record the scene 3) Search the scene 4) Collect evidence 5) Get reference samples Who's responsible for securing the scene? What are their tasks? - Answer the first responder/officer is responsible for: 1) Giving medical attention- assist injured victims, avoid disturbing evidence and approach the victim by an indirect route, detain any potential suspects or witnesses (take statements) 2) Arresting the perpetrator 3) Excluding all unauthorized personnel- set up a boundary (usually determined by the lead investigator), have guards posted at the entry if needed, call for any additional personnel needed; a detailed log is kept of personnel movements in and out of the crime scene which include personnel names and time of entry or exit 4) Protecting the scene- secure with crime scene tape, ropes, or cones; block off the area where the crime took place and surrounding area where physical evidence may be located