This sub group of the CIfA promotes the maintenance of professional standards to safeguard the practice of high quality forensic archaeology work. It’s ‘Standards and Guidance for Forensic Archaeologists’ outlines site management, documentation, prevention of contamination, recovery of remains, the final report and more. Also, the ‘Forensic Archaeology Competency Matrix’ highlights the different levels of role complexity between expert, associate and practitioner members; giving students an indication of the range of role competencies in working archaeologists. The site is beneficial for a clear understanding of the expectations and proficiencies required of a professional forensic archaeologist both on site and
