What You Need To Know About: Fentanyl, Forensic Restoration & Human Decomposition

On this episode of Ask The Expert, we sat down with Jeff Jones, Founder of Bio-Sheen and a Certified Bio-Forensic Restoration Specialist® and Certified Forensic Operator®, and we discussed the deadliest contaminant of our lifetime, Fentanyl, and his upcoming presentation on Human Decomposition with Dr. Jennifer DeBruyn.

Jeff has over 50 years of field experience, he is a former U.S. Army Soldier, SWAT team leader and the youngest attendee of the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. He holds certifications as a Crime Scene Tracker Investigator and Search and Rescue Tracker. He is also the former Director of Forensic Operations for the Global BioRisk Advisory Council (GBAC) and he is widely regarded as the most experienced Forensic Restoration® field operator in the world.

We dive into the following topics:

Science Meets Restoration: This session bridges forensic science and restoration practices to improve safety and effectiveness.
Featuring Dr. Jennifer DeBruyn: A forensic anthropologist from the University of Tennessee brings groundbreaking insights on human decomposition.
Understanding Unattended Deaths: Learn how accidental or natural deaths can lead to advanced decomposition and impact indoor environments.
Environmental Impact: Explore how temperature, humidity, and time influence decomposition and contamination levels.
Cleaning Before Disinfecting: Emphasize the correct process: clean first, then apply disinfectant for effective remediation.
Measuring Hygiene: Use tools like ATP meters to verify cleanliness and ensure safety for occupants and workers.
Real-World Relevance: With aging and isolated populations, unattended deaths are becoming more common in restoration work.
Industry First: This is the first time such forensic-level content is being presented at a major restoration conference.

To learn more from Jeff, you can see him and Dr. Jennifer DeBryun on Wednesday, September 3 from 9:10 – 11:20 am at The Experience Convention and Trade Show. Jeff is also demonstrating the proper training, tactics, techniques and tools for fentanyl decontamination and abatement in the restoration pavilion on Thursday, September 4 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. This demonstration is for educational and informational purposes only.

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Kayla McGowan is the Editor-in-Chief of R&R Magazine, with 10 years of experience in marketing and communications in the restoration and cleaning industry. She leads the editorial strategy for R&R and The Experience Events, creating content that informs and connects industry professionals.

Kayla holds a B.S. in Criminal Science and M.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University. She serves as Co-Chair on the RIA’s Marketing Committee.

Kayla is a Microbial Warrior®, a Certified Forensic Operator® and a High Risk/ High Level Decontamination Specialist™. Kayla is passionate about elevating the industry, is a food lover, enjoys spending time with her family, and embracing the outdoors.