Which of the following is NOT listed as a step in preliminary scene assessment & exterior examination?

• A. Building damage & structural stability
• B. Tire tracks or footprints
• C. Indicators of forcible entry
• D. Landlord contact information

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is focusing on observable scene clues that affect safety and how to approach the exterior during the initial survey. Checking building damage and structural stability helps determine if parts of or the whole structure are at risk of collapse, guiding safe entry and movement around the scene. Looking for tire tracks or footprints can reveal recent activity, point toward entry routes, and help define search areas. Indicators of forcible entry provide clues about how access occurred, which can influence the incident timeline and security considerations. Landlord contact information, while useful for coordinating access or notifications later, isn’t an observable condition seen during the exterior survey, so it isn’t part of the preliminary exterior assessment.