examiner (friction ridge) – (compare to trainee)
An individual who has successfully completed their FSP’s training program, and is authorized to conduct independent friction ridge examinations for the FSP by observing and interpreting data, making decisions, forming conclusions and opinions, issuing reports and/or providing testimony. Use of the term “examiner” in these documents refers to a “friction ridge examiner” and not a “trainee.” Refer to those definitions for further clarification.