Coroners typically work for a court of law or morgue. They help provide answers to law enforcement officers and loved ones of the deceased regarding the circumstances of the deceased’s death. Their job is to uphold the justice system by providing a cause of death for an individual, and they also play an important role in identifying the deceased, confirming their identity and notifying their loved ones if necessary. They may also be responsible for appearing in court when foul play is involved, to describe their thoughts on the cause of death.
Was macht ein Coroner?
A Coroner, or Forensic Examiner, is responsible for determining the cause of death of an individual. Their duties include visiting crime scenes to examine a body, transporting the body to the morgue and conducting an internal and external examination of the body to determine the actual cause of death.
Aufgaben
Ein Coroner sollte in der Lage sein, verschiedene Aufgaben und Verantwortlichkeiten zu erfüllen. Im Folgenden sind einige Aufgaben und Verantwortlichkeiten aufgeführt, die ein Coroner ausführen können sollte:
Observe and record positions and conditions of bodies and evidence
Perform medical examinations to determine time, circumstances and cause of death
Observe and record physiological features to aid in the identification of victims
Complete death certificates to include the manner of death
Create and maintain records related to death investigations
Record and preserve objects related to death
Benötigte Fähigkeiten
Ein wettbewerbsfähiger Coroner verfügt über bestimmte Fähigkeiten und Qualifikationen, darunter:
Medical knowledge to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations for the legal jurisdiction
Proficiency with record-keeping methods, either electronic or on paper
Knowledge of judicial processes and court proceedings
Ability to communicate with the public in both verbal and written form
Ability to supervise, coordinate and direct the actions of others
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