Greers Ferry School develops a tool aimed at enhancing the CSI skills of AGFC game wardens

Heber Springs, Arkansas – The welding class at Greers Ferry West Side High School has provided valuable assistance, enabling AGFC game wardens to enhance their CSI skills.

A special mobile platform was developed by the class for the AGFC’s FARO 3D laser scanner, which they donated to enhance the process of scene reconstructions in accident investigations.
“The FARO scanner is a complex instrument utilized by architects and surveyors to create 3D representations of rooms, open areas, and various environments,” stated Sydney Grant, AGFC Boating Law Administrator.

“The scanner is utilized to create forensically precise 3D models that can be uploaded into computers for the analysis of locations where hunting and boating incidents take place.”

The wardens needed to modify the new device, similar to other specialized equipment, to ensure it could be effectively utilized by AGFC.

“To capture a complete image, it must rotate 360 degrees from a stable, level base,” Grant stated. “Typically, they are placed on tripods, but our requirement is to have it positioned nearer to the ground to effectively capture scenes beneath vessels and trailers, as well as in confined spaces such as hunting blinds.”

Corporal Briston Gould proposed a potential resolution to the issue.

“We contacted Randy Carr, the welding instructor at West Side High School,” Gould stated.
“He guided two students in a project to create a custom adjustable mounting plate for the scanner.”

Carr replied promptly and was enthusiastic about assisting to make sure the device functioned properly. “Having welded a few projects for AGFC in the past, I found it straightforward when Briston approached me with this one,” Carr stated.

“We share a wonderful partnership with the AGFC, and in a close-knit community like ours, we all enjoy contributing and supporting one another.”

He discussed the students’ efforts in constructing a base from mild steel, incorporating bolts that enable the platform to be adjusted on uneven terrains.

“In our shop, we utilize a CNC plasma machine to cut holes and weld the nuts for the bolts,” Carr stated. “The plate is positioned close to the ground, providing a stable foundation and safeguarding the important equipment.”

“It’s compact enough to fit in a hunting blind or a tent, allowing for discreet scanning of the underside of trailered vessels,” Gould stated.

“This will greatly assist in documenting evidence for accident reports as well as significant wildlife violations and crimes.”