BK201
Recover the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple
fatalities
Summary
This standard is about recovery of the deceased and human remains from scenes involving
multiple fatalities in a respectful and dignified manner, whilst maintaining evidential integrity in
support of the forensic strategy.
There is one element:
BK201.1 Recover the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple fatalities
Target Group
This standard is for police officers, police staff and those from the wider forensic community
who are deployed to assist in the recovery of bodies and body fragments at multiple fatality
scenes.
This Standard has been developed by Skills for Justice.
Skills for Justice
National Occupational Standards for Wider Law Enforcement
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Final approved version May 2010
BK201.1 Recover the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple
fatalities
Performance Criteria
To meet the standard, you
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treat bodies and body fragments with dignity and integrity
treat bodies and body fragments in accordance with the requirements of different
ethnicity, culture, religions and beliefs, where these are known
use safe manual handling techniques
handle, package, seal and label items recovered correctly and in a manner which
prevents contamination, cross-contamination, loss or degradation of potential
evidence
complete all required documentation fully and accurately
ensure that items recovered are transported and booked into a holding/audit area
work effectively as part of the disaster victim recovery team
communicate with others in a manner which promotes understanding
make use of appropriate personal protective equipment
maintain health and safety of self and others at the scene
Skills for Justice
National Occupational Standards for Wider Law Enforcement
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Final approved version May 2010
BK201
Recover the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple
fatalities
Knowledge and Understanding
To meet the standard, you need to know and understand
Legal and organisational requirements
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current legislation, policies, procedures, codes of practice and guidelines relevant to
recovering the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple fatalities.
current, relevant legislation, policies, procedures, codes of practice and guidelines in
relation to race, diversity and human rights
current, relevant legislation, policies, procedures, codes of practice and guidelines in
relation to health and safety
Command structure
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the command and control structure; gold, silver and bronze
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why it is important to treat bodies and body fragments with dignity and integrity
where to obtain guidance on how to treat bodies and body fragments in accordance
with the requirements of different ethnicity, culture, religions and beliefs
the various safe manual handling techniques applicable to dealing with bodies and
body parts
how to handle, package, seal and label items correctly and in a manner which
prevents contamination, cross-contamination, loss or degradation of potential
evidence
the purpose and processes associated with the holding/audit area
the importance of maintaining effective communication with other members of the DVI
team, and how to do so
how to maintain the health and safety of yourself and others during DVI operations
types of personal protective equipment and how to use it effectively
how to prepare mentally for dealing with a disaster
the signs and symptoms of personal stress which could occur after dealing with a
disaster and the support options available
Documentation
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the types of DVI documentation that must be completed
the procedures for completing and submitting DVI documentation
Skills for Justice
National Occupational Standards for Wider Law Enforcement
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Final approved version May 2010
BK201
Recover the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple
fatalities
Evidence Requirements
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You must practically demonstrate in your work that you have met the standard for
recovering the deceased and human remains from scenes involving multiple fatalities.
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Where simulations are used to provide performance evidence, these must properly reflect
the requirements of real working situations
Skills for Justice
National Occupational Standards for Wider Law Enforcement
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Final approved version May 2010