August 9, 2016
Most consumers are not familiar with what crime scene cleanup entails. Popular culture closely associated the field with the highly technical and impersonal procedures that are popularized by prime-time crime television shows. However, there is more to crime scene cleanup than hi-tech resources and analysis. In fact, it is important to focus on the individuals […]
March 23, 2016
Biohazard incidents take on many forms. From an accident in a busy grocery store to an unattended death in a small suburban home, one question inevitably arises: exactly who is responsible for the cleanup? It’s a sensitive topic, but part of dealing with death involves addressing the issue of cleanup. After the body is removed […]
May 19, 2015
Although the bulk of their work is in structural biohazard remediation, Aftermath crews are frequently asked to clean up vehicular and mechanical contamination. Most commonly, the vehicles are fleet vehicles like semi -trailer trucks and rental cars, and public service vehicles such as buses or police squads. These vehicles are costly and sometimes hard to […]
April 15, 2015
Next week (April 19-25th) is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. According to the Office of Justice Programs website, this year’s theme is Engaging Communities, Empowering Victims – and emphasizes the role of the entire community, individually and collectively, to support victims of crime and empower them to direct their own recovery. Each and every day, […]
March 6, 2015
A home invasion can destroy more than a family’s property and belongings; it also shatters the family’s sense of safety and security. In addition, incidents like these leave behind less visible biohazards, such as those presented by blood and other biological materials. Traditional cleaning is not always enough, and even the most minute trace of […]
February 19, 2015
While technology may have changed drastically in the past decades, forensic analysis has been around for some time. These methods have allowed medical professionals and law enforcement a greater insight into what happens after death, which is essential for solving crimes and tracking down criminals. The following is a brief history of forensic science, as […]
January 12, 2015
Whether due to rampant poverty, drug abuse, or other factors, cities throughout the U.S. are plagued by exceedingly high homicide rates. According to violent crime statistics released by the FBI in 2013, a number of U.S. cities must contend with increasingly high levels of violence on a regular basis, including a large number of homicides. […]