The IICRC Trauma and Crime Scene Technician (TCST) certification course reviews the process for inspecting and investigating crime and trauma scenes, which may involve blood and other potentially infectious material. The course will focus on the procedures to follow as well as the precautions that must be taken in such an environment. The curriculum is based on the ANSI/IICRC S540 Standard for Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup.
What You’ll Learn:
- Bloodborne pathogen risks and cleanup protocols
- PPE selection and OSHA-compliant decontamination methods
- Documentation and jobsite control during trauma events
- Principles of Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup
- Safety and Health
- Biocide and Antimicrobial Technology
- Administrative Procedures, Documentation, and Risk Management
- Inspection and Preliminary Determination
- Equipment and Tools
- Limitations, Complexities, Complications, and Conflicts
- Containment and Disposal of Waste or Sharps
You’ll Leave Knowing:
- How to assess and safely remediate biohazards and trauma scenes
- Regulatory compliance and safety standards for technicians
Next Step Recommendations:
- HST (Health and Safety Technician)
- Methamphetamine Lab and Fentanyl Cleanup and Decontamination

IICRC certification* and CEC Credits qualified.


