This 2-day course presents a basic overview of a fire investigation for the first responder. Students will review the basics of fire chemistry and develop an understanding of the role of the first responder in relation to fire suppression and fire investigation.
The course will stress the importance of fire scene awareness, evidence identification, preservation and the basics of a fire investigation. Students will develop an appreciation for the convergence of suppression, investigation, science and law.
Pre-course materials and course syllabus
| Course Syllabus: | https://nfa.usfa.fema.gov/ax/syll/syllabus_w0770.pdf PDF 246KB |
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Fire and emergency services personnel who respond to fires or might conduct preliminary investigations into the origin and cause of fires.
Incident Command System (ICS)-100-level and ICS-200-level training. Preferred courses are Q462 and Q463 available through NFA Online. Chief's signature attests that the applicant has completed required training.
Upcoming offerings
| Dates | Availability | Location | Contact(s) | CCP |
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| March 11 - 12, 2023 | Emmitsburg, Maryland |
Reid Vaughan
Director of Regional Services Alabama Fire College 205-343-7414 rvaughan@alabamafirecollege.org |
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| March 18 - 19, 2023 | Emmitsburg, Maryland |
Dereck Baker
Training Coordinator VA Department of Fire Programs 540-409-7397 dereck.baker@vdfp.virginia.gov Jamey Brads Training Chief VA Department of Fire Programs 804-249-1990 jamey.brads@vdfp.virginia.gov |
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