40-hour Bloodstained Clothing and Fabrics Workshop
Ocala, FL
Cost: $875/student
February 3-7, 2025
8AM-5PM EST
Hosting Agency: Marion County Sheriff's Office
692 NW 30th Avenue Ocala, FL 34475
COURSE OVERVIEW
The bloodstained clothing and fabrics training course is designed for experienced investigators who routinely investigate and are involved on bloodstained scenes and/or who are tasked with the documentation, examination, and analysis of bloodstained clothing. The course will enforce and focus on the fundamental principles of bloodstain pattern analysis, introduce the examination of complex bloodstains, analyzing various textiles and fabrics, documentation and photography of bloodstained clothing, report writing, and experimentation. Both lecture and practical, mock scenarios will be incorporated. Students will be tested on their ability to identify, interpret, and analyze bloodstains on various fabrics and textiles in a final assessment.
It is recommended that students have previously completed a basic bloodstain pattern analysis course or have experience in the field documenting bloodstain patterns. Students will need to bring the following equipment, if possible: DSLR camera, tripod, macro lens, and external flash. Scales and manual calipers will be provided. Please bring a digital caliper if you wish.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Reinforce principles of bloodstain pattern analysis on advanced scenario settings
- Develop and apply scientific methodologies to experimentation
- Identify, classify, and provide analyses related to complex stain patterns on complex surfaces, various textiles and fabrics
- Apply bloodstain pattern analysis methodologies to photograph review
ADA/Special Accomodations:
To provide our students with the best possible learning environment, please notify of any
requested accommodations when registering. This can be done on the registration form or by
contacting Heidi Sievers directly by email or phone (727-247-4075).
This course has been approved by IAI Crime Scene and Bloodstain Pattern boards.
Please complete our registration form to provide all necessary information. Click here to access the form.