Enhancing Team Situational Awareness in Crime Scene Investigation through the Use of Head Cameras

Abstract

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, where data volumes are expanding at a dramatic rate, law enforcement agencies face the imperative to significantly boost their efficiency. Modern society is undergoing a revolutionary shift in the digital realm, compelling law enforcement and other public sector agencies to stay up to date and explore the potential of new technologies for en-hancing team situational awareness and overall performance. However, the inte-gration of new technological tools does not consistently translate into increased effectiveness in police work. Also, the technology must be customized for offic-ers' benefit, and its acceptance depends on multiple factors. This paper outlines the background, intent, and early results of an ongoing Norwegian project exam-ining the possibilities of using head cameras during crime scene investigation (CSI) for live streaming and video recording. The results from field trials and a following survey indicate considerable promise in enhancing team situational awareness within CSI.