Crime Scene (OPATA & TPD) with 100% correct answers 2024/2025

Crime Scene (OPATA & TPD)Primary responsibilities of first responder to a crime scene - correct answer Officer Safety - constantly be aware of surroundings - only unload & secure a weapon if someone unauthorized could reach it Rendering Aid - note/document objects moved during aid - attempt to mitigate damage done through reasonable limitations that don't limit life saving measures - if person is sent to hospital, officer shall go with them - secure the scene - deal with witnesses Measures to control contamination - correct answer - PPE - Don't touch your face, hair, cell, etc. while wearing gloves - Change gloves often, between samples & when soiled - Don't talk over evidence - Use disposable or sterilized equipment - Sterilize all reusable equipment - Don't change environment inside the perimeter Class vs. Individual evidence characteristics - correct answer - Class: allows items to be compared with a group - Individual: allows item to be compared with a specific object or person Chain of Custody - correct answer - Labeling evidence - Factors to show integrity of evidence in the chain of custody