FAA AC 150/5200-12C: First Responders’ Responsibility for Protecting Evidence at the Scene of an Aircraft Accident/Incident

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Abstract: This advisory circular (AC) furnishes general guidance for airport employees, airport management, and other personnel responsible for aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) operations at the scene of an aircraft accident on the proper preservation of evidence. It explains the need for the preservation of evidence and details operational actions that may be permitted, if performed in the interest of preserving life.

Publication Year: 2009

Authoring Organization: FAA

Airport Type: All Airports

Resource Type: PDF

Hyperlink: https://www.faa.gov/airports/resources/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document.current/documentNumber/150_5200-12

Page Count: 6

Cost: Free

Phase(s): Operations, Planning

Functional Area(s): Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF), Airport Security

Keyword(s): Accident or Incident Actions, Accident or Incident Investigation, Airport Emergency Planning