Fire Investigation
About This Course
This course is for individuals with fire-fighting experience who want to further their career and knowledge in fire investigation. The curriculum in this course are designed to address the job performance requirements of a fire investigator and provide the foundation of the fire investigations. It will assist in the determination of the origin and cause of a fire.
Learning Objectives
Define the concept of origin and cause investigation and explain its purpose.
Describe a systematic approach to investigating a fire and explain how the scientific method is applied in the investigation process.
Explain the requirements for documenting a fire scene.
Discuss the importance of fire scene photography and the techniques involved.
Demonstrate how to conduct an initial investigation at a fire scene as part of a team.
Identify reliable sources of information for fire scene investigations.
Express the recommended procedural elements for conducting interviews.
Narrate the legal and liability issues related to fire scene investigations, course procedures, and testifying.
Material Includes
- Videos
- Booklets
Target Audience
- Firefighters, investigators, code enforcers, life safety educators, fire inspectors, and fire officers.
Curriculum
1 Lesson30h