TCST Class Overview
This comprehensive program will help you gain valuable expertise in evaluating, cleaning, and decontaminating sites following human trauma events. Learn to manage unique challenges encountered in trauma and crime scene cleanup, based on the industry-leading IICRC S540 Standard.
This course prepares you for the IICRC Trauma and Crime Scene Technician (TCST) certification. It thoroughly reviews the process of inspecting and investigating crime and trauma scenes, emphasizing safety and adherence to the ANSI/IICRC S540 Standard for Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup.
Ideal for: Professionals that may encounter trauma or crime scenes, including: restoration contractors, crime scene cleaners, biohazard cleanup technicians, healthcare professionals and law enforcement personnel.
This course has been approved for 14 IICRC CECs.
What You'll Learn
The TSCT course covers the unique situations encountered when performing trauma and crime scene cleanup, regardless of surface, item, or location. Participants will learn:
- Principles of Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup
- Safety and Health
- Biocide and Antimicrobial Technology
- Administrative Procedures, Documentation, and Risk Management
- Inspection and Preliminary Determination
- Equipment and Tools
- Limitations, Complexities, Complications, and Conflicts
- Structural Remediation
- Vehicle and Machinery Construction
- Contents Remediation
- Containment and Disposal of Waste or Sharps
- Confirmation of Cleanliness
Class Location & Schedule
Location Address:
5926 Goshen Springs RdNorcross, GA 30071
United States
Class Schedule:
The following schedule applies to all days of training.
- 8:00 AM - class begins
- 12:00pm - break for lunch
- 5:00 PM - class ends
*Additional breaks will be taken in the morning and afternoon at the instructor's discretion.
Meet Your Instructor
Rashelle Cornelius
Rashelle is an IICRC Master Water Restorer, Master Fire and Smoke Restorer, and Master Textile Cleaner. Rashelle is also a certified asbestos inspector and lead assessor. She has presented lectures for large consulting companies and done consulting for many restoration firms. Rashelle currently participates in all phases of job production and management.
IICRC Certification
To earn certification, students must pass the certification exam, which is available for an additional fee paid directly to the IICRC. Students must visit www.iicrc.org to register online and submit the exam fee prior to or on the first day of class. Please contact the IICRC with any questions regarding this process
