When protecting the scene of a security incident, what evidence should you protect first?

Protecting the most important evidence first is crucial in any security incident scene. This approach ensures that the evidence most likely to have significant impact on the investigation and understanding of the incident is preserved. Important evidence can include key items that directly relate to the crime, such as weapons, victim belongings, or items that may have fingerprints, DNA, or other forensic value.

In a security context, prioritizing important evidence not only aids in the investigation but also helps maintain the integrity of the scene, preventing contamination or loss of critical information. By securing this evidence first, security personnel can provide investigators with the best possible chance to solve the case and bring justice.

Other types of evidence, whether small, large, or unusual, may still hold value, but they do not supersede the need to protect the evidence that is most vital to understanding the crime. Therefore, the focus should always be on what is most pivotal to the case at hand.