Whenever an explosive device is detonated, or a hoax device has been cleared, it is vital to obtain as much intelligence and evidence from the event as possible. To achieve this and to coordinate effectively within a multi-agency team, a disciplined and proven approach needs to be followed.

At the end of the course the student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:

• Recognition of component parts of a device
• Blast effects
• Forensic recovery equipment and its use
• Forensic recovery recording and documentation
• Multi-agency approach to forensic scene recovery
• Crime scene investigation
• The principles of DNA collection
• Packaging methods
• Contamination issues