Work Item
ASTM WK58457
New Practice for Training in the Forensic Examination of Gunshot Residue (GSR) using Scanning Electron Microscopy-Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometry (SEM-EDS)
1. Scope
The promotion of knowledge and development of standards (test methods, guides, practices, classifications, and terminology) for, but not limited to, definitions, methods and standard reference materials for the collection, preservation, scientific examination, preparation and reports relating to physical evidence for forensic purposes; and the general practice of forensic science; and other areas as determined by the scope.
The activities of this Committee will be coordinated with other ASTM committees of ASTM and outside organizations having related interests.
Keywords
gunshot residue; GSR; training; SEM-EDS
Rationale
The standard will provide an outline of goals for a comprehensive training program in primer gunshot residue (GSRA) analysis by scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive x-ray spectrometry (SEM/EDS. The standard would be used by a forensic analysts in Federal, state, and local forensic laboratories in training to perform GSR examinations.
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Work Item Status
Date Initiated: 03-30-2017
Technical Contact: David Freehling
Item: 001
Ballot: E30.01 (20-02)
Status: Will Reballot Item
Item: 001
Ballot: E30.01 (17-01)
Status: Will Reballot Item
Item: 001
Ballot: E30.01 (19-02)
Status: Will Reballot Item
Item: 001
Ballot: E30.01 (19-07)
Status: Will Reballot Item
Item: 001
Ballot: E30 (21-01)
Status: Will Reballot Item
Item: 005
Ballot: E30 (21-06)
Status: Will Reballot Item
Item: 002
Ballot: E30 (21-03)
Status: Withdrawn From Balloting
Item: 001
Ballot: E30 (22-01)
Status: Negative Votes Need Resolution