Get the Facts about Crime Scene Cleanup

|FACTS ABOUT CRIME SCENE CLEANUP 4 FAQS ABOUT CRIME SOCENE CLEANUP 1. WON'T THE POLICE CLEAN UP THE SCENE? • Police DO NOT clean up crime scenes Biohazardous waste and forensic residue may be left behind ► 2. IS CRIME SCENE CLEANUP COVERED BY INSURANCE? • Most homeowner's insurance policies cover cleanup • Check your policy for coverage details CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION ► 3 . HOW MUCH DOES IT COSI? • Cost depends on size and nature of the job Can be as low as $299 with insurance 4. WHY CAN'L I CLEAN UP MYSELF? Waste may contain pathogens (Ex: HIV, hepatitis) State laws restrict hazardous waste disposal WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A CRIME SCENE CLEANUP COMPANY Occupational licenses Proof of insurance: worker's s comp, auto, liability • References from past jobs Ability to work with insurance companies • Assistance with grief counseling as needed American Bio-Recovery Association (ABRA) membership INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: BIOHAZARD RESPONSE BIOHAZARD RESPONSE The Blood Cleanup Specialists wwW.BIOHAZARDRESPONSE.COM Sources: http://www.biohazardresponse.com/faq.aspx http://science.howstuffworks.com/crime-scene-clean-up.htm