Firearms and Firearm Injuries

Synopsis
Discusses the terminology, classification, construction, ammunition and mode of action of firearms and their occurrence in accidental and criminal shootings. Both smooth-bore (shotgun and sawn-off shotgun) and rifle firearms are demonstrated on the bench, and in the firing range. Professor Watson looks in detail at the injuries they can inflict, illustrating his talk with cases gathered during his experience in the field.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 56 min.
Year of production
1988
Availability
Sale
Notes
Professionals working in the fields of medicine, forensic science and law who must deal at the locus and subsequently in court with shooting incidents. Also of interest in areas such as law enforcement where firearms may be an integral part of the occupation.
Subjects
Law; Medical sciences; Technology
Keywords
firearms; forensic science

Credits

Cast
Alan A Watson 

Production Company

Name

University of Glasgow Audio Visual Services

Notes
see: University of Glasgow, Department of Media Services, Southpark House, 64 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow G12 8LB, Tel 0141-330 4611, Fax 0141-330 5674

Sponsor

Name

University of Glasgow, Department of Forensic Science

Distributor

Name

University of Glasgow, Department of Media Services

Phone
0141-330 4611
Fax
0141-330 5674
Address
Southpark House
64 Southpark Avenue
Glasgow
G12 8QQ
Notes
1985 cat still current 1994

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