Fundamentals of Fire Investigation

This course is designed to provide the new fire investigator with the prerequisite knowledge necessary to properly determine the origin and cause of a fire and to refresh the experienced fire investigator with his/her current knowledge base as it relates to the scientific investigation of a fire scene.

The course is based on NFPA 1033, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator, 2022 Edition. The course covers the subjects of fire science, fire investigation, fire scene safety, and building systems. The course teaches scientific methods and techniques for investigating, determining, and documenting the origin and cause of a fire. Through lectures, case studies, and hands-on practice in field simulations, students will receive the instruction necessary for them to develop the requisite knowledge and skills to be a fire investigator.