OF16 Sudden Death

Question 1

If the death is suspicious you must…

Answer 1

NOT touch anything

Contact CIB to take over

Question 2

First step when arriving on scene

Answer 2

Examine body. Preserve human life if possible

Question 3

After examining body then…

Answer 3

Establish death.

Verification of Death Form COR31 or Doctors Certificate (no more Police involvement)

Question 4

When someone dies, who needs to be informed

Answer 4

• Relatives
• Coroner/ NIIO (National Initial Inquiry Office)
• Sergeant

Question 5

Mortuary Procedure (Police)

Answer 5

• Initial examination
• Label deceased
• Obtain verification of death
• Remove non-essential property

Question 6

Before releasing body back to the NOK the Coroner must…

Answer 6

Have surety of identification

Question 7

Sudden death files must include

Answer 7

• Police 258 Report Form
• Initial Report for Coroner
• Verification of Death
• Deceased Person Identification Form
• Property App
• Statements from people last saw alive, found and can provide history of deceased

Question 8

How to advise NOK of sudden death

Answer 8

• Gather sufficient information to answer questions
• Take another person if required
• Establish identity of NOK
• Tell the news (Don’t used killed or passed away)
• Comfort