Death at Altitude: From Field to Lab
We are now accepting applications for the 2024 workshop!
A 16-hour course focusing on the challenges specific to high altitude body recovery and analysis. Colorado’s mountain areas have death investigation challenges that include extremely rugged terrain, extreme weather, the potential for high altitude illness as a cause of death, and a high percentage of decedents that do not live in the county. Course instructors will discuss field logistics, recovery tactics, body decomposition, signs of High-Altitude Illness (HAI) in the deceased, and body identification. A portion of the course will be held at the decomposition facility run jointly by Colorado Mesa University and Park County Coroner’s Office. Approved for 15 CE hours for the IAI Crime Scene Certification and 12.5 CE hours for the ABMDI.
When: August 8-9, 2024
Where: 911 Clark St, Fairplay, CO
Instructors: David Kintz, Christiane Baigent, Melissa Connor, Kim Look, Robert Kurtzman
Cost: $300
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I understand that the registration fee, once paid, is non-refundable and transferable only with prior approval.
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I understand that all training will take place at multiple locations in Fairplay, CO. Participants are responsible for transportation and lodging while in town.
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I understand that completion of the registration application does not grant me a spot in the course. Course enrollment is not complete until course registration fees have been paid.
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I understand that I will be in close proximity to human remains in various states of active decomposition. I acknowledge that I have elected to enter the outdoor facility and/or related training sites and that I have not been required to do so. I may choose not to enter the decomposition facility, if I so wish.
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I agree to park in designated areas.
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I understand that viewing human remains may be disturbing to some. Should I experience recurring issues after the visit I elect to pursue counseling services and I do not hold CMU or any FIRS representative or affiliated parties liable for any such issues.
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I will not touch, lift, photograph, or remove ANYTHING from the research facility and understand that doing so will result in immediate expulsion without refund.
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I agree that the use of cell phones and cameras is prohibited within the research facility and may only be used in designated areas.
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I understand that attempts to handle or remove human remains will result in immediate expulsion without refund.
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I agree to wear all proper PPE, as directed by FIRS personnel.
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I agree to perform all personal decontamination protocols after training inside the FIRS facility, as needed.
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I understand that Fairplay is situated in a high-altitude environment. I will take proper precautions to ensure my own safety and will report any observed signs of distress in other participants.
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I understand that the research site is a natural, uncontrolled outdoor environment which may contain typical natural hazards such as plants, insects, spiders, snakes, and sundry wildlife. I assume responsibility for my personal safety while working in the facility and affiliated training sites.
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I agree to behave as a professional, with respect and consideration for the workshop staff, instructors, assistants, and fellow participants.
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I recognize that the research facility is a working anthropological facility housing active and ongoing research projects. I will conduct myself with the highest integrity.
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By typing my name below, I acknowledge that I understand violation of any of the above rules may result in immediate expulsion from the training.
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A 16-hour course focusing on the challenges specific to high altitude body recovery and analysis. Colorado’s mountain areas have death investigation challenges that include extremely rugged terrain, extreme weather, the potential for high altitude illness as a cause of death, and a high percentage of decedents that do not live in the county. Course instructors will discuss field logistics, recovery tactics, body decomposition, signs of High-Altitude Illness (HAI) in the deceased, and body identification. A portion of the course will be held at the decomposition facility run jointly by Colorado Mesa University and Park County Coroner’s Office.
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