FIR 4315 Fire Investigation Technician
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FIR 4315 Fire Investigation Technician
Description
Develops and enhances the fire investigator technician’s ability to conduct reliable fire investigations. Focuses on the relationship between the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 921 and NFPA 1033, the identification of fire patterns, methods of evidence collection, documenting the fire scene, and utilizing the scientific method of fire investigation.
Outcomes
- Explain the purpose of the scientific method, including how it applies to the investigation of a fire.
- Explain the basic elements of fire dynamics, including how they affect the cause and determination of a fire.
- Describe the relationship between the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 921 and NFPA 1033.
- Describe the role of fire patterns in an investigation, including the various types of patterns and how they can be used during an investigation.
- Evaluate health and safety hazards on a fire scene.
- Identify the steps associated with conducting a fire investigation according to NFPA standards.
- Describe procedures and techniques for proper evidence collection.
- Evaluate procedures and techniques for properly documenting the fire scene.
- Evaluate the various motives for fire setters.
PreRequisites
None
Textbook(s)
Fire investigator: Principles and practice to NFPA 921 and 1033 (Rev: 4th ed.)
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning (2016)
Author: International Association of Fire Chiefs, International Association of Arson, Investigators, & National Fire Protection Association.
ISBN: 978-1-284-05714-0
* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]
