12-27-11
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ACTAR Test Preparation Course scheduled (GA)
ACTAR test procedures changed May 1st, 2011. The use of laptop computers and programmable calculators are no longer allowed during the ACTAR examination. The goals of this four day course are two-fold but most important is to build confidence for those taking the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) examination. More details
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12-09-11
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Basic/Intermediate Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone course scheduled (CO)
The five-day, 40-hour, course discusses the principles and operation of CrashZone/Crime Zone™ software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. The class is designed with both crash investigators and crime scene investigators in mind. More details
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11-22-11
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Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) re-powering rigs available for sale
You will not find this device commercially available any place else but FactualDiagrams.com. The device includes everything you need except a source of power for re-powering a vehicle's airbag control module. More details
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11-17-11
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Forensic Mapping System course scheduled (CT)
This five-day, 40-hour course teaches the field investigator the skills necessary to put this effective system into use as simply as possible whether it's a crime scene or collision scene. More details
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11-17-11
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Basic/Intermediate Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone course scheduled (CT)
The five-day, 40-hour, course discusses the principles and operation of CrashZone/Crime Zone™ software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. The class is designed with both crash investigators and crime scene investigators in mind. More details
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11-01-11
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Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) Technician courses; Level I & II scheduled (CA), Northern & Southern
The Level I course is introductory level training which exposes the CDR System user to the basic functions of the Bosch CDR System. The Level II course is the hands-on extension follow-up to the Level I course. It offers individual or small group guided instruction in the various methods of imaging data. More details.
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10-11-11
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Basic/Intermediate Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone course scheduled (CA)
The five-day, 40-hour, course discusses the principles and operation of CrashZone/Crime Zone™ software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. The class is designed with both crash investigators and crime scene investigators in mind. More details
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10-03-11
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Crime Scene Reconstruction Seminar - China
Mr. Boots spoke at a Crime Scene Reconstruction Seminar during September 26-29, 2011 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. The seminar was held at the Zhejian Police College which invited both foreign and national experts to introduce forensic technologies which may be helpful when reconstructing a crime scene.
His presentation discussed the basics and advantages of using a CAD program to illustrate crime scenes. There was also an introduction to Forensic Mapping of crime scenes using a total station to electronically capture crime scene measurements and seamlessly integrate with CAD software.
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05-06-11
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Basic/Intermediate Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone course scheduled (CA)
The five-day, 40-hour, course discusses the principles and operation of CrashZone/Crime Zone™ software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. The class is designed with both crash investigators and crime scene investigators in mind. More details
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05-04-11
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ACTAR Test Preparation Course scheduled
ACTAR test procedures changed May 1st, 2011. The use of laptop computers and programmable calculators are no longer allowed during the ACTAR examination. The goals of this four day course are two-fold but most important is to build confidence for those taking the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) examination. More details
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04-27-11
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FactualDiagrams.com has acquired Kinetic Energy Press
Kinetic Energy Press is an independent publishing company specializing in technical publications for professionals working in legal and investigative environments. Titles include Accident Reconstruction at Traffic Signal Intersections, Forensic Analysis of Seatbelts, Fundamentals of Forensic Mapping, and What Attorneys and Claims Adjusters Really Need to Know About Collision Investigation. More details
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02-23-11
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Basic/Intermediate Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone course scheduled (CA)
The five-day, 40-hour, course discusses the principles and operation of CrashZone/Crime Zone™ software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. The class is designed with both crash investigators and crime scene investigators in mind. More details
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02-07-11
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Basic/Intermediate Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone course scheduled (CT)
The five-day, 40-hour, course discusses the principles and operation of CrashZone/Crime Zone™ software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. The class is designed with both crash investigators and crime scene investigators in mind. More details
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02-07-11
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Forensic Mapping System course scheduled (CT)
This five-day, 40-hour course teaches the field investigator the skills necessary to put this effective system into use as simply as possible whether it's a crime scene or collision scene. More details
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01-01-11
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FactualDiagrams.com adds two new instructors to our staff
We are pleased to announce the addition of two ACTAR accredited reconstructionists to our staff. Dave Cameron and Paul Wade are no strangers to Forensic Mapping or to the classroom. Both have extensive experience in Forensic Mapping and both have taught as interim instructors in FactualDiagrams.com courses in the past.
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10-28-10
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2011 Office of Traffic Safety Leadership and Training Seminar
Mr. Boots is scheduled to speak at the upcoming seminar scheduled for April 20-22, 2011 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego, California. He will present an eight hour block of instruction on Collision Investigation Training. It will provide an update on vehicle crash data retrieval and post crash recovery of data. An overview of the latest in forensic crash mapping techniques, the do's and don'ts of motor vehicle post crash inspections and a presentation on best practices in crash scene photography will be provided. For more information visit the OTS seminar web site.
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10-25-10
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FactualDiagrams.com becomes Western States Cabling, Inc. dealer
Western States Cabling handbuilds OEM cables for Forensic Mapping applications whether it is an instrument to data collector cable or a power cable. More information will be available soon. In the mean time visit their web site.
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10-19-10
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FactualDiagrams.com becomes Omni Optical Products, Inc. dealer
For the past quarter century, Omni has been a leading producer of precision products for Forensic Mapping. More information will be available soon. In the mean time please visit Omni's web site.
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10-14-10
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ACTAR Test Preparation Course scheduled
ACTAR test procedures are changing May 1st, 2011. Do not miss out on the opportunity to take the exam before the changes take effect. The goals of this three day course are two-fold but most important is to build confidence for those taking the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) examination. More details
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10-13-10
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Forensic Mapping System course scheduled
This five-day, 40-hour course teaches the field investigator the skills necessary to put this effective system into use as simply as possible whether it's a crime scene or collision scene. More details
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08-09-10
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Forensic Mapping System Course approved for IAI CEUs
Our 40-hour Forensic mapping system course has been approved by the International Association for Identification Crime Scene Certification Board (IAI CSCB). The course can be used as credit towards the required 80 Continuing Education/Professionl Development Credits needed for Recertification.
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08-04-10
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Forensic Mapping System Course approved for ACTAR CEUs
Our 40-hour Forensic mapping system course has been approved by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction for 30 continuing education units.
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08-04-10
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FactualDiagrams.com becomes Dutch Hill Corporation dealer
Dutch Hill Tripods set up easily and provide a stable and strong, reliable platform for your total station. They have durable features and high quality materials throughout. More details
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07-19-10
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Forensic Mapping System course scheduled
This five-day, 40-hour course teaches the field investigator the skills necessary to put this effective system into use as simply as possible whether it's a crime scene or collision scene. More details
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07-16-10
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FactualDiagrams.com partners with Handheld USA, Inc.
FactualDiagrams.com has partnered with Handheld USA, Inc. to provide you with a premier line of rugged mobile computers. More details
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05-07-10
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Advanced Diagramming with CrashZone/CrimeZone scheduled (CT)
The first three days of this course will discuss the advanced principles and operation of CrashZone/CrimeZoneTM software used for illustrating crash and crime scenes. Day four will be devoted to vehicle damage documentation; part lecture and part hands-on. Day five will be instructor led accident reconstruction case studies using CrashZone's recon & animation tools. More details
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03-15-10
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Fundamentals of Forensic Mapping published
This is an indispensable book for new and experienced users in the field of Forensic Mapping of crash scenes or crime scenes. This book, the first on the subject of Forensic Mapping, hopes to put forth a refreshing overview of just what "Forensic Mapping" is. More details
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03-05-10
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ACTAR Test Preparation Course scheduled
The goals of this three day course are two-fold but most important is to build confidence for those taking the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) examination. More details
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02-10-10
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Mr. Boots speaks at the Crash Investigation Skill Building Conference
On February 10, 2010, Mr. Boots spoke at the first annual Crash Investigation Skill Building Conference in Portland, Oregon. He spoke on the subjec of the best practices in forensic measuring/diagramming of crash and crime scenes as well as Forensic Mapping. More details
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