As a first responder, you are called to the scene of a homicide that took place at a park. The proper way to secure the scene is to stand at the crime scene and await the investigator to place traffic cones around the body of the deceased.

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As a first responder, it is important to secure the scene to preserve evidence until investigators arrive. The proper way to secure the scene is to establish a perimeter around the area with crime scene tape, ropes or other barriers to prevent unauthorized access to the area. The first responder should also prevent any physical contact with objects or surfaces within the scene to avoid cross-contamination of evidence. The first responder should not move or disturb any objects or evidence in the scene, including the body of the deceased, until the investigators arrive and direct them to do so. Traffic cones would not be used to secure the scene of a homicide.

As a First Responder, You Are Called to the Scene