SWGFAST Guidelines
The Scientific Working Group on Friction Ridge Analysis, Study and Technology (SWGFAST) has developed a recommended training program to achieve expertise in friction ridge analysis. An abridged outline of this Guideline follows:
"Training to Competency for Latent Print Examiners" guideline
SWGFAST uses a process of creation, review, revision, publication, community review, revision and finally adoption to create its various guidelines. Approved documents are made available to the public via publication in recognized journals and the SWGFAST website. Latent Print community comment is solicited and encouraged.
"Training to Competency for Latent Print Examiners" guideline
- Introduction to Friction Ridge Skin Analysis.
- Friction Ridge Analysis (Evaluation, Comparison & Identification).
- Friction Ridge Detection & Preservation.
- Documentation of Examination.
- Communication.
- Internship.
- Instructor Qualifications
SWGFAST uses a process of creation, review, revision, publication, community review, revision and finally adoption to create its various guidelines. Approved documents are made available to the public via publication in recognized journals and the SWGFAST website. Latent Print community comment is solicited and encouraged.