60 Questions
According to the text, what is the purpose of the Crime Scene Canopy?
To control and restrict access to the crime scene
What should officers do before placing the canopy?
Cover the canopy feet with disposable gloves
How should the side panels of the canopy be affixed?
Approximately six inches off the ground
Who should control and restrict access to the immediate area of the canopy?
The senior detective supervisor
What should be documented if evidence is inadvertently moved or disturbed?
The movement or disturbance of evidence
Who should authorize the movement or deconstruction of the canopy?
The senior detective supervisor
What should be done if multiple canopies are needed?
Contact a nearby Area or division for loan of their canopy
Who is responsible for deploying the Crime Scene Canopy upon notification of a death?
The primary responding unit
What should be done with the Canopy Log after it is completed?
Retained by the Area/division homicide coordinator indefinitely
Who is responsible for repackaging the canopy after the decedent has been removed?
The senior officer
According to the text, what form should be used to document damage to the canopy?
Form 15.07.00
Who should receive a copy of the report documenting the damage to the canopy?
The commanding officer
When should a canopy that cannot be deployed due to wear or damage be replaced?
As soon as possible
Who is responsible for reviewing the directive and determining whether an audit or inspection should be conducted?
The audit division
Who should be contacted for questions regarding the matter discussed in the text?
The office of operations
What is the name of the Assistant Chief Director mentioned in the text?
JORGE ----:::'.— A. V LLEGAS, Assistant Chief Director
What is the purpose of the Attachment DISTRIBUTION 'A' mentioned in the text?
To track the deployment of the canopy
What information should be recorded in the Attachment DISTRIBUTION 'A' CRIME SCENE CANOPY TRACKING LOG?
Date/Time Deployed, Person Deploying Name/Serial No., Location/Purpose Deployed
Who is responsible for decontaminating the canopy?
The person deploying the canopy
Who should be contacted for questions regarding the Evaluation and Administration Section?
The office of operations
According to the text, what is the purpose of Operations Order No. 1?
To establish the protocol for the use, care, and deployment of the Crime Scene Canopy.
What is the goal of Operations Order No. 1?
All of the above.
What does the Crime Scene Canopy protect the public from?
Viewing the decedent.
What is the importance of preserving the remains of a decedent at a death investigation scene?
All of the above.
What is the role of detective personnel and the coroner at a death investigation scene?
To facilitate the on-scene investigation.
When should the Crime Scene Canopy be deployed?
Only when the decedent is in public view.
What can the manner in which law enforcement handles the scene of a death investigation do to the community?
Incite anger and create conflict.
What is the purpose of the Crime Scene Canopy Tracking Log?
To track the deployment of the Crime Scene Canopy.
What has each geographic Area and traffic division been issued?
A Crime Scene Canopy.
What does the Department recognize the importance of preserving?
The evidence at a death investigation scene.
According to the text, what is the purpose of the Crime Scene Canopy?
To protect the public from viewing the decedent
Who is responsible for deploying the Crime Scene Canopy upon notification of a death?
First responding officer
Who should control and restrict access to the immediate area of the canopy?
Officer in charge of the investigation
When should the Crime Scene Canopy be deployed?
In all cases where the decedent is in public view
Who is responsible for repackaging the canopy after the decedent has been removed?
Coroner
What should be done if multiple canopies are needed?
Deploy the available canopies and notify the coroner
What form should be used to document damage to the canopy?
Canopy Damage Report Form
What should be done with the Canopy Log after it is completed?
Submit it to the Evaluation and Administration Section
Who should be contacted for questions regarding the matter discussed in the text?
The Evaluation and Administration Section
What should officers do before placing the canopy?
Secure the crime scene perimeter
Who is responsible for reviewing the directive and determining whether an audit or inspection should be conducted?
The Commanding Officer, Audit Division
What is the purpose of the Attachment DISTRIBUTION 'A' mentioned in the text?
To track the deployment of the Crime Scene Canopy
What should be done with the Canopy Log after it is completed?
It should be forwarded to the commanding officer
Who should receive a copy of the report documenting the damage to the canopy?
The commanding officer
When should a canopy that cannot be deployed due to wear or damage be replaced?
As soon as practicable
Who is responsible for decontaminating the canopy?
The person who deployed the canopy
What is the role of detective personnel and the coroner at a death investigation scene?
To control and restrict access to the immediate area of the canopy
What should officers do before placing the canopy?
Decontaminate the canopy
What should be documented if evidence is inadvertently moved or disturbed?
The name/serial number of the person who moved or disturbed the evidence
What is the name of the Assistant Chief Director mentioned in the text?
JORGE A. V LLEGAS
According to the text, who is responsible for completing the Canopy Log?
The on-scene patrol supervisor or primary unit
What should be done with the Canopy Log after it is completed?
It should be stored in the built-in storage pocket of the canopy bag
When should the Canopy Log be completed?
On every occasion that the canopy is deployed
Who is responsible for decontaminating the canopy?
The supervising investigator or senior officer
What information should be documented in the Chronological Record if the canopy is contaminated?
The name of the contracted crime scene clean-up service
Who should ensure that the canopy is properly repackaged after the decedent has been removed?
The on-scene supervisor or primary responding unit
Where should the canopy be stored after it has been repackaged?
At the place designated by the Area/division or patrol commanding officer or designee
Who should document the reason for deployment or non-deployment of the Crime Scene Canopy?
The watch commander
What form should be used to document the reason for deployment or non-deployment of the Crime Scene Canopy?
Watch Commander's Daily Report, Form 15.80.00
Who should inquire if the decedent is in public view and deploy the Crime Scene Canopy if needed?
The watch commander
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