DNA-free field drape

Kit items placed neatly on top during exam

Scale

Measuring tape, checks length of any injuries

Speculum

For internal vaginal examination

Gloves

For hygiene and

to prevent DNA

contamination

Forceps

To pick up foreign

material e.g. clothing

fibres, hair, foliage

Tray

Work station for skin

swabs. Carries water,

cotton wool buds

Swabs

To collect DNA

evidence e.g. semen,

saliva, fingernail

scrapings

Specimen pots

Hold evidence and used

for mouth rinsing

Slides

Hold DNA collected with swabs

for examination under microscope

Gauze

For any excess

material e.g.

semen, blood

Labels and tamper-proof seals

For accuracy, security and tracking purposes

Photo: Chris Hopkins