Fundamentals of Investigation

Fundamentals of Investigation (FOI) delivers a basic introduction to the steps and processes undertaken as part of an incident investigation. The course content sequencing mirrors the order each step occurs within in a systematic investigative process and is designed to introduce you to the theory and practice of investigation. The content will explore the purpose and goals of investigation, investigative steps to take at an incident scene, information gathering techniques, cause analysis, and preparation of a final report. Successful completion of this course will prepare you to take additional investigation elective courses offered by the AMTA.

This is a 2-day classroom-based course delivered through interactive lectures and exercises. Practical activities are focused on developing basic skills for application across a variety of incident investigation types.

FOI introduces course participants to:

• Scene management

• Evidence collection

• Interview and questioning procedures

• Incident documentation

• Cause analysis

• Report preparation

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