Evidence Examinations
Explosives
Examinations
Remains of improvised
explosive devices, improvised incendiary devices, and hoax bombs are
examined to identify the main charge and components such as switches,
batteries, detonators, tapes, wires, and timing mechanisms. Fabrication
techniques, unconsumed explosives, and the construction of bombs are
also identified. Examinations can determine whether the device
functioned as designed.
Submitting
Explosives Evidence
Explosives are
hazardous materials and should only be handled by qualified police or
bomb disposal personnel. Special packaging is required, and the amount
to be shipped is regulated. A [special] form is required for
shipping bomb components. Call the Laboratory each time an explosive
device or a related explosive item needs to be shipped. Questions
concerning explosives evidence should be directed to 03-9702366.
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