Course Description

This course is designed to provide students with comprehensive skills which will be useful in fire cause determination investigations, and will reinforce any experience and previous training.  This program will expand the knowledge and skills outlined in NFPA 921 for fire scene examination.  This course will be held at simulated fire scenes and will allow for hands-on practice.  This will prepare the student for the practical testing portion of the evaluation for certification as a Fire Investigator.

*NFPA 1033 - 2022 Edition, Ch. 4

Capacity: Min. 6 / Max. 12

Mandatory Texts: Jones & Bartlett, Fire Investigator, Principles and Practice to NFPA 921 and 1033, 6th Edition & NFPA 921 Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations, 2017 Edition

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Fire Investigator, NFPA 1033 - 2022 Edition, Ch. 4 : Fire Investigator, NFPA 1033 - 2022 Edition, Chapter 4