Report Summary
This report provides members of the Scottish Police Authority People Committee with an update on concern raised with the Health & Safety Executive about Forensic Services. This was presented for discussion at the meeting on 27 November 2024.
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Meeting
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People Committee - 27 November 2024
Date : 27 November 2024
Location : Online
Background
On 7th August 2024 the Health & Safety Executive wrote to SPA Forensic Services after a concern was raised directly with them about the use of Fast Blue B.
Fast Blue B is a salt in a powder which is diluted to make up Acid Phosphatase reagent, in a solution form which is used in the Forensic Services laboratories and at crime scenes by Forensic Services staff.
