This operations level course provides instruction in how to collect weapons of mass destruction (WMD) hazardous materials (HazMat) evidence and ensure that collection protocols are followed and that proper chain of custody is maintained.  This meets the guidelines identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Hazardous Materials Response Unite (HMRU).  Emergency responders may b e asked to assist in hazard risk assessment and to act as crime scene specialists in collecting evidence at the direction of crime scene investigators.  Public safety personnel will receive the skills and knowledge to effectively collect hazardous criminal evidence as crime scene specialists under the direction of law enforcement personnel.  The two day course consists of classroom hours and a practical scenario.

To Enroll:  Please email readi411@gwu.edu with the following information: course title, course date, name, title, agency, address, phone number and email address.  Please try to register at least 2 weeks prior to start date.  This training is FREE of Charge.  Visit our seb site at www. readi.gwu.edu for more information on this course and others.  "Course Information" provides details for continuing education credits.