Death Scent Investigation: Investigation of Water-Related Deaths
Date Available: NOW
Date Expires: 07/19/24
Course Type: Asynchronous Online
Sponsor Name: Michigan Public Health Institute
Course Registration Link: www.events.mphi.org
CE Value (credits): 1
CE Type: Standard
Contact Information:
Michigan Public Health Institute
517-324-8356 or 517-324-6083
Linda Holton
lholton@mphi.org
Course Description:
This learning module will describe the burden of drowning deaths and disparities in drowning outcomes, and highlight risk factors for drowning. It will describe the need for and benefits of adopting a standardized DSI in water-related fatalities for investigators, prevention professionals, and communities. It will then introduce resources to support standardized investigations, including the Water-Related Death Scene Investigation Protocol, developed by MPHI's National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention and its partners. Finally, it will highlight effective drowning prevention resources to support public health and public safety professionals working to prevent drowning.