Safe insulation can be compared to a known source. Examinations of safe insulation can sometimes determine the manufacturer. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence . Safe insulation exposed by peeling a safe door. Collect safe insulation samples from damaged areas.
Safe insulation can adhere to persons, clothing, tools, bags, and loot and can transfer to vehicles.
If possible, submit the evidence to the Laboratory for examiners to remove the debris. Package each item of evidence in separate paper bags. Do not process tools for latent prints. Submit known and questioned debris in leakproof containers such as film canisters or plastic pill bottles. Avoid using paper or glass containers.