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Forensic Vehicle Fire Investigation Course

Fire and law enforcement investigators will participate in live

vehicle burns to analyze fire times, patterns, and temperatures

using the scientific method and the systematic approach for

investigating vehicle fires through first-hand observations of

vehicle burns.

Participants will learn a comprehensive approach to

examination of vehicle electrical and wiring systems. Students

will also gain a working knowledge of all electrical safety

devices including fuses, breakers, and fusible links. The proper

documentation methods for a vehicle fire including evidence,

photographs, field notes and the written report will also be

covered. Information found in the 2011 edition of National Fire

Protection Association (NFPA) 921 Guide for Fire and Explosion

Investigation and the job performance requirements for a fire

investigator found in the 2009 Edition of the NFPA 1033,

Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigators, will also be covered.

All course material will be provided on USB electronic media.

Topics Include:

Obtaining technical service bulletins, consumer complaints,

and recalls

Vehicle fraud investigation requirements

Vehicle mechanical inspections after a vehicle fire

Bearing failure

Fluid Analysis

Speed Control Deactivation Switch

The relation between tire failure and fires

Hazards created by safety devices

Demonstration of arson, electrical, fluid,

mechanical, and friction-caused vehicle fires

Forensic Locksmith Examination

Vehicles included are big rig tractor, motorhome and cars

Audience:

This course is designed to provide practical application to

investigators in fire and law enforcement disciplines as well as

investigators in the private sector.