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A Day In The Life Of A Forensic Physician - Edu. & Training
AFP
Publication Date : 4th December 2006 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
A Day in the Life of a Forensic Physician......
Read More...Advice on Accreditation of Training Courses by the AFP - Edu. & Training
AFP
Publication Date : 1st May 2005
Criteria for authorising courses in clinical forensic medicine.
Read More...Syllabus of Postgraduate Specialisation in Legal Medicine - Edu. & Training
ECLM
Publication Date : 1st September 1999
© European Council of Legal Medicine
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Advice on obtaining qualifications in clinical forensic medicine - Factsheet
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Click the link below to download this fact sheet.
Download PDFWhat Happens Now? (Fact Sheet)
FFLM
Publication Date : 10th June 2010 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
An after care leaflet available in sexual offences kits that provides information on emergency contraception, sexual health, advice and support services.
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Role of the Forensic Pathologist
Publication Date : 20th June 2010
Download Role of the Forensic PathologistThe Role of the Independent Forensic Physician - generic leaflet
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Promotional leaflet detailing the work of the forensic physician.
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Caring for rape and sexual assault victims
BMJ Careers Focus
Publication Date : 17th March 2007
A description of caring for rape and sexual assault victims.
Download PDF DocumentTaking blood specimens from incapacitated drivers
BMA & FFLM
Publication Date : 11th August 2010
Guidance for doctors from the British Medical Association and the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine.
Download Taking blood specimens from incapacitated driversThe Physical Signs Of Child Sexual Abuse
RCPCH, RCP, FFLM
Publication Date : 3rd April 2008
An Evidence-based Review and Guidance for Best Practice
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ACPO / FSS / FFLM Guidance in Criminal Paternity Cases
Publication Date : 3rd August 2010
This guidance is issued jointly by the Association of Chief Police Officers, the Forensic Science Service, and the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine.
Download Paternity GuidanceAcute behavioural disturbance: guidelines on management in police custody
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Download PDFGuidance for best practice for the management of intimate images that may become evidence in court (Guidelines)
Publication Date : 2nd August 2010
Joint publication with Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, and badged by ACPO.
Download PDFGuidelines and Advice: Doctors asked to perform intimate body searches
BMA, FFLM
Publication Date : 27th November 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Guidance from the British Medical Association and the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine
Download PDFGuidelines on Paediatric Forensic Examinations in Relation to Possible Child Sexual Abuse
FFLM, RCPCH
Publication Date : 6th January 2009 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Download PDFHead Injury Advice Leaflet for custody officers, gaolers & detention officers
FFLM
Publication Date : 15th November 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Updated on behalf of the Academic Committee of the Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine by Dr Jason Payne-James and Dr Jonathan Wyatt, November 2007
Download Word DocumentHealthcare of detainees in police stations
BMA, FFLM
Publication Date : 5th March 2009
Guidance from the BMA Medical Ethics Department and FFLM.
Download PDFManagement of injuries caused by teeth - Guidelines and Advice
BAFO, FFLM
Publication Date : 15th October 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
In conjunction with the British Association of Forensic Odontologists, the Academic Committee has produced guidelines on photography and treatment of injuries caused by teeth.
Download PDF DocumentOperational procedures and equipment for medical rooms in police stations and victim examination suites
FFLM
Publication Date : 30th October 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Document detailing operational guidelines for the doctor's room at the police station and victim examination suite, lists the essential supplies and gives a suggested formulary.
Download PDFPharmaceutical care of detainees in police custody
RPSGB
Publication Date : 14th March 2007
Download PDF DocumentRequiring Blood or Urine
PLO/DOT
Publication Date : 26th April 2007
In drink or drug driving cases, a blood or urine specimen may be required. This document is an explanatory note.
Download PDF DocumentSexual Assault: Key Issues
Beata Cybulska
Publication Date : 10th July 2007
Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine
2007 / 100, 321-324
Sign into the JRSM website for access to this articleTaking Blood Specimens from Incapacitated Drivers
Faculty/BMA
Publication Date : 5th March 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Guidance for doctors from the British Medical Association and the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine
Download PDF DocumentTechnical Update: For Forensic Physicians on the use of Lubricants
The Forensic Science Service
Publication Date : 9th January 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Download PDFThe Role of a Medico Legal Adviser
FFLM
Publication Date : 1st March 2007 | Filed under : Medico-Legal Advisers
A document describing the role of a Medico Legal Adviser....
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Body Diagrams - Guidelines and Advice
AFP
Publication Date : 2nd January 2004 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Diagrams produced by Dr Janet Young on behalf of the Education and Research Committee of the Association of Forensic Physicians.
Download PDF DocumentCrowd Control Agents: Clinical Effects and Management - Guidelines and Advice
AFP
Publication Date : 1st May 2006 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Fact sheet containing information on the toxicity and clinical effects of CS spray and guidance for treatment of incidents of exposure.
Download PDF DocumentDipstick Warning - Guidelines and Advice
AFP
Publication Date : 1st March 2004 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
There have been a number of recent submissions to the FSS London Toxicology Laboratory where `dip-sticks' have been used to screen urine samples from victims of alleged drug-facilitated sexual assault ('date rape').
Read More...Guidance relating to the use of Taser - Guidelines and Advice
ACPO
Publication Date : 3rd February 2003 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Guidance prepared by the Association of Chief Police Officers
Read More...Revised Interim Guidelines on Confidentiality for Police Surgeons in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
AFP
Publication Date : 2nd February 1998 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Document outlining the legal position of Police Surgeons with regard to confidentiality.
Download Word DocumentRole of the FME in the Care of Home Office Prisoners in Police Detention - Guidelines and Advice
AFP
Publication Date : 1st February 2003 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Guidance prepared by Dr Jo Howitt on behalf of the Education and Research Committee of the Association of Police Surgeons.
Download PDF DocumentSubstance Misuse Detainees in Police Custody. Guidelines for Clinical Management (Third Edition)
AFP/RCPsychiatrists
Publication Date : 1st May 2006 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
A joint publication from The Association of Forensic Physicians and The Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Download PDF DocumentThe Safety and Security of the Administration of Medication in Police Custody - Guidelines and Advice
AFP
Publication Date : 1st June 2004 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Guidelines for Forensic Physicians and Custodians.
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Nicotine dependent detainees in police custody - Faculty View
Publication Date : 11th March 2008
Download PDFRegulation of Forensic Physicians and the CRFP
Publication Date : 11th January 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
An FFLM response
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Body Diagrams
Publication Date : 29th June 2009
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Read More...Consent Form for Photographs Pro-Forma
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Pro-forma consent form to take photographs during an examination.
Download PDFExamination of Adult Complainant of Domestic Violence - Proforma
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Pro-forma provided to assist forensic physicians in the assessment of an adult complainant of domestic violence.
Download PDFFitness for Detention and Interview Pro forma
FFLM
Publication Date : 8th November 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
The form is provided to assist Forensic Physicians in determining whether a person is fit to detain and interview.
Read More...Forensic Medical Examination Forms (Proforma)
FFLM
Publication Date : 9th September 2010 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
These forms are available to members only - please log in for access.
Updated September 2010.
Mental Health Act Assessment
FFLM
Publication Date : 8th November 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
The form is provided to assist Forensic Physicians in carrying in assessments under the Mental Health Act.
Read More...Paediatric forensic examinations
Publication Date : 23rd October 2007
Note: This form has been designed for use by Forensic Physicians or Sexual Offence Examiner. It is provided to assist the examining doctor in the assessment of a child or young person who may have been sexually abused.
Download PDFPro forma for adult female and male forensic sexual assault examination
Publication Date : 10th June 2010 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Updated on 10 June 2010.
Download Pro formaSample Examination Consent Form Pro-Forma
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Sample consent form for medical examination, including the taking of samples.
Download PDFSection 4 RTA pro forma (England, NI and Wales)
FFLM
Publication Date : 8th November 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
The form is provided to assist Forensic Physicians in determining whether a person has a condition, which may be due to drink or drugs and not necessarily due to impairment. Not applicable in Scotland.
Read More...Sudden Death – Forensic Notes (Pro forma)
Publication Date : 15th February 2010
Download Pro formaTelephone Advice Pro forma
FFLM
Publication Date : 13th November 2009 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Updated November 2009
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Appraisal Folder for Forensic Physicians - AFP
Publication Date : 7th January 2008 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
These AFP documents are currently under review by FFLM.
Read More...Pro forma for post-pubertal female and male forensic sexual assault examination
AFP
Publication Date : 1st December 2005 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Pro-forma provided to assist forensic physicians in the assessment of an adult complainant of sexual assault.
Download PDFScene of Suspicious Death Pro-Forma
AFP
Publication Date : 1st May 2006 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Proforma for the FME at the Scene of a Suspicious Death/Death in Custody.
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Intimate Searches in Police Custody
FFLM
Publication Date : 26th August 2010
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A Guide To Practical Induction Training For Sexual Offences Examiners
FFLM
Publication Date : 7th January 2008
The purpose of this Guide is to:
Advise on a core syllabus for the Trainee SOE;
Advise on a method for recording learning experiences;
Advice on methods of assessment that may be used to demonstrate that learning has been
achieved and is ongoing.
Consent from children and young people in police custody in England and Wales
Publication Date : 23rd May 2008
The legal position concerning consent and refusal of treatment and examination by detainees under the age of 18 is different to the position of adults.
Download PDFConsent from patients who may have been seriously assaulted
Publication Date : 27th March 2008
FFLM recommendation.
Download PDFCustody Officer Training Outline
FFLM
Publication Date : 5th December 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
This package is designed for use by doctors asked to have an input into a custody officer training course. It is estimated that the content can be delivered over a two hour session allowing time for discussion.
Download PDFForensic physicians as witnesses in criminal proceedings
FFLM
Publication Date : 19th May 2009 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Download PDFGuide to practical induction training in clinical forensic medicine
FFLM
Publication Date : 15th August 2007
The purpose of this Guide is to:
Advise on a core syllabus for Trainee FPs
Advise on a method for recording learning experiences
Advise on methods of assessment that may be used to demonstrate that learning has
been achieved and is ongoing.
Home Office prisoners: recommendations for forensic physicians - Recommendations
FFLM
Publication Date : 11th July 2007 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
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Download PDFIncapacitant Sprays: Clinical Effects and Management (Recommendations)
Publication Date : 12th February 2010
Download PDFManaging blood borne virus exposures in custody
Publication Date : 23rd May 2008
Download PDFMedical care of persons detained under the Terrorism Act 2000
FFLM
Publication Date : 3rd September 2007
Click the link below to download this recommendation document.
Download PDFMedical Care of Persons Detained under the Terrorism Act 2000 (Recommendations)
Publication Date : 14th June 2010
Download PDFReading List
Publication Date : 18th February 2008
This reading list contains books, statutes, case law, and some websites that will be of interest for doctors preparing for further qualifications in forensic and legal medicine.
Download PDFRecommendations for healthcare professionals asked to perform intimate body searches
BMA & FFLM
Publication Date : 11th August 2010
Guidance for doctors from the British Medical Association and the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine.
Download intimate body searchesRecommendations for Regional Sexual Assault Referral Centres
Publication Date : 11th June 2009 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
A report from a multi-professional working group to the Chief Medical Officer of the Department of Health
Download PDFRecommendations for the Collection of Forensic Specimens from Complainants and Suspects
FFLM
Publication Date : 31st August 2010
Latest update - July 2010
Read More...Recommendations on Labelling Forensic Samples
FFLM
Publication Date : 1st October 2009 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
This document is copyrighted, but may be downloaded and printed for training and educational purposes.
*updated 1/10/09*
Recommended Equipment for Obtaining Forensic Samples from Complainants and Suspects
FFLM
Publication Date : 15th January 2009 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Download PDFSafe and Secure Administration of Medication in Police Custody (Recommendations)
Publication Date : 26th August 2010
Please note that this guidance may be subject to amendment subsequent to a joint meeting currently being arranged between the FFLM, BMA, RBSGB and RCN to clarify, roles, responsibilities and legalities in this area of practice. If any further information is required in the meantime, this can be provided by the President or Registrar.
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FSS Briefing: Robbery and Theft following Doping with Diazepam
Forensic Science Service
Publication Date : 3rd September 2010
Click below to download this briefing from the FSS.
Download FSS Diazepam Briefing
Standards on the use of Section 136 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007)
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Publication Date : 15th January 2009
Version for England, September 2008
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Review: Clinical Negligence - 4th Edition
Publication Date : 22nd September 2008 | Filed under : Medico-Legal Advisers
Reviewed by Dr P Bradshaw.
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Clinical Forensic Medicine Trainer Profile - Training Packages
AFP
Publication Date : 1st October 2002 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Details recommended qualifications and experience required in a trainer and includes application form.
Download PDF DocumentPractical Induction Training for Physicians in Clinical Forensic Medicine - Training Packages
AFP
Publication Date : 1st November 2005 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners
Document produced on behalf of the Education and Research Committee, giving advice on a core syllabus for trainee forensic physicians, the recording of learning experiences and methods of assessment.
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