Introduction

Question 1

Two key tasks for an investigator

Answer 1

• Gather and preserve evidence
• Create accurate and detailed documentation

Question 2

An investigator maintains high standards by

Answer 2

• Efficiently carrying out tasks
• Consider how decisions will be scrutinise under cross examination
• Apply appreciation technique
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Value professionalism, integrity, objectivity
• Investigative mindset
• Excellent communication skills
• Work as a team

Question 3

Investigative mindset

Answer 3

Police role is to investigate thoroughly and gather sufficient evidence to explain the circumstances of death

Question 4

Purposes of team conferences

Answer 4

• Give OC opportunity to brief on important topics, priorities, lines of enquiry
• Opportunity for team members to exchange views and information
• Opportunity for 2IC to pass instruction, expectation, tasks
• Keeps everyone up-to-date with important developments and information

Question 5

Team conferences must be

Answer 5

• Recorded
• Avoid excessive time by efficient managed and planned
• Planned

Question 6

Types of conferences

Answer 6

• debriefs
• Regular
• Initial
• Phase team meetings