I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.
Worrying that I might have missed a piece of evidence at a crime scene or in a lab process.
Okay I will email you. I also suggest you give yourself more lead time on future assignments....
I'm not sure what you mean by 'off the job training.'
Sure, because fingerprints will have ridges and gloves will not.
Certified Nurse Aide
Is it uncomfortable having to help the elderly go to the bathroom and how did you get used to it?
School Bus Driver
Why don't school buses have seat belts?
Navy Officer (Former)
Just how educated is the typical US military serviceman?
Yes, quite possible. The breast bone blocked the bullet from hitting anything vital and so it wouldn't be fatal. We've had plenty of people shoot themselves in the head but the skull deflected the bullet enough that they either survived or had to fire a second shot.
I do both, but it depends entirely on your department. People at smaller departments usually have to cross train and fill several roles. At larger departments with more personnel, people may specialize. The only way to know is to call the agency you want to work at and ask.
You have to have good attention to detail, can work under stress and unpredictable circumstances, be patient and cautious.
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