Forensic Medicine Event Guidelines

The video provides an orientation for the forensic medicine event at the Alabama State Leadership Conference 2018. It covers the schedule, event management, confidentiality, specifics of round two, judging guidelines, competitor orientation, and event completion procedures. Emphasis is placed on maintaining confidentiality, following guidelines, and ensuring fair and equitable judging.

What is the primary role of judges in the forensic medicine event?

• To prepare event materials

• To assist event managers

• To grade the performance of competitors

• To manage the event

What must advisors complete prior to the State Conference to ensure confidentiality?

• A written agreement

• A confidentiality workshop

• A verbal agreement

• An online confidentiality agreement

How many teams advance to round two in the forensic medicine event?

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• Four

What is the maximum time allowed for teams to write their conclusions if no physical evidence is present?

• 30 minutes

• 36 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 40 minutes

What should judges avoid doing on the scantron rubric?

• Giving half points

• Using a notepad

• Writing notes

• Discussing scores

What attire is considered proper for competitors in forensic medicine?

• Formal wear

• Business attire, medical scrubs, or polo and khakis

• Casual wear

• Sportswear

What should be done if a competitor does not meet the dress code?

• Ignore the violation

• Disqualify them

• Allow them to compete and document the violation

• Send them home

What is the primary goal of conducting the forensic medicine event?

• To set an example of high standards and integrity

• To make the event entertaining

• To ensure all students win

• To focus on speed over accuracy

How should grievances be handled during the event?

• Ignore them

• Address them immediately without consulting anyone

• Refer them to the advisor for professional handling

• Discuss them openly with all participants

What should be done with the event binder and supplies after the event?

• Return them to headquarters

• Keep them for personal use

• Discard them

• Donate them to charity