1. Define mass disasters and mass fatality incidents.
  2. Describe the responsibilities of medical examiners during mass fatality incidents, including cause and manner of death determination and victim identification.
  3. Explain techniques used for Disaster Victim Identification (DVI). 
  4. Summarize lessons learned from previous incidents that have shaped mass fatality management practices.
  5. Identify field logistics and operational challenges during mass fatality response, including body recovery, morgue setup, family communication, and resource needs.
  6. Discuss how technological advancements contribute to mass fatality response.
  7. Explain the significance of emotional resilience and ethical considerations during mass fatality response.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: General Concepts
1 Quiz
Knowledge Check – General Concepts
Lesson 3: Historical Lessons
1 Quiz
Knowledge Check – Historical Lessons
Lesson 4: Field Logistics
1 Quiz
Knowledge Check – Field Logistics
Lesson 5: Technological Advancements
1 Quiz
Knowledge Check – Technological Advancements
Lesson 6: Death Certification
1 Quiz
Knowledge Check – Death Certification
Final Quiz
Integrated Case-Based Assessment