This one-day introduction to Blood Pattern Analysis (BPA) covers a broad idea of what to expect at a scene involving the presence of blood, including the types of stains and patterns which can be obtained.
The course will be delivered by our own highly experienced Blood Pattern Analysis scientists, who will provide an awareness of Blood Pattern Analysis and an understanding of its strengths and limitations in forensic investigations.
Please contact us for further information or email training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to book your place.
Who is the Course for?
This course is ideal for those who wish to obtain a greater awareness of blood pattern analysis at scenes and how it can be used in forensic investigations.
This includes:
- Senior Investigating Officers
- Crime Scene Managers, Crime Scene / Forensic Investigators
- Scientific Support Managers / Forensic Service Managers
- Evidence Recovery Unit Scientists
Get in touch with our training team at training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to book your place.
The Blood Pattern Analysis Awareness for Scenes course will include the following:
- Overall awareness of BPA, including its uses and limitations
- Different blood pattern types
- Blood enhancement
- Blood patterns at scenes, including different surface types and their effects on blood patterns, reconstruction, alteration post-incident
- Practical exercises in blood dynamics, reconstruction and target boards
- Documentation and reporting
- DNA sampling
The course is designed to offer participants a mix of theory and practical learning.
Yes, we can offer training in all areas of forensic science. If you would like more information, please email: training@forensic-access-group.co.uk to discuss your requirements.
Forensic Access has been a market leader for 35 years, providing bespoke training both in the UK and abroad.
This is a full one-day course.
Clare Jarman, Senior Forensic Scientist: Biology
Caroline Crawford, Senior Forensic Scientist: Biology
Damien Lyall, Senior Forensic Scientist: Biology