2024 IACME OFFICE RE-ACCREDITATION
We are happy to announce that our office has completed the process and has received our certificate of re-accreditation from the International Association of Coroner's and Medical Examiners for Cowlitz County. Here is what the IACME has said.
"The International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners (IACME) announced today, 3/5/2024, that the Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office has received accreditation by the association.
The Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office self-submitted to this process for the purpose of ensuring the operating policies, procedures, and practices are within international guidelines.
The Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office was subjected to review of 288 standards including administrative, forensic, investigative, and facility review.
The IACME requires 100% compliance of mandatory standards and 90% of all applicable standards.
The IACME extends its compliments to Cowlitz County for submitting to this level of review.
“When an agency elects to subject themselves to this process, it clearly indicates their desire to stand to peer review and demonstrate to the public and stakeholders a strong desire to provide excellence in service provision.”
The completion of this process, which is for five years, indicates professionalism and compassion by the Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office.
The IACME congratulates the Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office and Coroner, Dana Tucker, for their diligence in complying with these standards, leading the way in service and compassion for those they serve and their community."