FMAT
The various FMAT proficiency test scheme finger and palmar visualisation techniques are grouped together in bundles as follows;
FMAT–S(I) DFO/Ninhydrin & Indanedione
FMAT–S(II) Superglue/BY40
FMAT–light Light Sources (naturally fluorescent & visual marks)
FMAT-PD Physical Developer
FMAT-PS Powder Suspensions (Black & White)
FMAT-Pow Powders (Granular, Flake & Magnetic) & Superglue/Powder
FMAT–AD Acid Dyes
FMAT-SB Solvent Black
FMAT–MD Vacuum Metal Deposition
FMAT-Major Mark visualisation on major/serious crime items
FMAT-SPR Small Particle Reagent
FMAT-BV3 Basic Violet 3
FMAT-REC RECOVER
FMAT-NAT Natural Powder
The test bundles denoted in dark text are those which are ISO17043 accredited
All PT rounds also assess mark imaging techniques
Proficiency Test Scheme Timetable (FMAT)
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January |
March |
May |
July |
September |
November |
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FMAT-PS FMAT - Pow |
FMAT-S(ii) FMAT-Light |
FMAT-Major |
FMAT-VMD FMAT-SB FMAT-BV3 FMAT-SPR FMAT-REC FMAT-NAT |
FMAT-S(i) FMAT-PD
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FMAT-AD |
If you would like more information on any of the above schemes please contact Dr Karen Stow at proficiency.testing@forensic-focus.co.uk or call 07816 168759
If you would like to apply for the FMAT scheme, please complete the FMAT application form which can be downloaded from the link below.
Form 21 FMAT PT Scheme Application Form [...]
Microsoft Word document [49.6 KB]
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07816 168759 (Dr Karen Stow)
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