MODULE 2 UNIT 4

1. MODULE 2UNIT 4 Working at the Scene

2. Unit 4 Learning Objectives • At the conclusion of this unit responders will Describe how to follow procedures for working at the scene of a potential WMD event by maintaining the crime scene and being careful not to destroy potential evidence for collection.

3. Student Performance Objectives • Define the term defensive recon. • Describe the elements of scene control. • Explain the importance of command post security. • Describe the elements of a crime. • Describe how to recognize a crime scene.

4. Student Performance Objectives • Describe the elements of a WMD crime scene • Explain who will coordinate a criminal investigation. • Describe how Performance – Defensive (Operations) level personnel facilitate evidence collection.

5. Student Performance Objectives • Describe your occupational role as a Performance – Defensive (Operations) level responder at the scene. • Describe the need for the National Response Plan (NRP) and how your occupational domain fits in the NRP.

6. Standard • Know and follow procedures for working at the scene of a potential WMD event.

7. Defensive Recon • Site layout • Device condition • Physical hazards

8. Scene Control • Perimeter • Minimizing contamination • Command Post security

9. Crime Scene Investigations and Evidence Collection • What is a crime • Elements of crime • Felony vs. Misdemeanor • What is a crime scene

10. Crime Scene Investigations and Evidence Collection (cont.) • Definition of a WMD crime scene • Important aspects of a WMD crime scene

11. Criminal Investigation • Suspected arson incident • Evidence collection

12. Roles of Responders • EMS • Fire • HazMat Teams • Telecommunications/Dispatch • Law Enforcement

13. Roles of Responders (cont.) • Ohio EPA • Ohio EMA • State Homeland Security Department • Ohio Department of Health

14. Primary Federal Agency Responsibilities • DOJ (FBI) • FEMA • DOD • DOE • EPA • HHS

15. National Response Plan

16. Unit 4 Review Quiz