FPT 252 Fire Investigation

1. Identify the responsibilities of a firefighter when responding to the scene of a fire, including scene security and evidence preservation.
2. Describe the implications of constitutional amendments and criminal law as they apply to fire investigations.
3. Identify key case law decisions that have affected fire investigations.
4. Define and explain common terms used in fire investigations.
5. Explain the basic elements of fire dynamics and how they affect cause determination.
6. Describe the relationship of building construction on fire progression, including construction methods and interior finish.
7. Describe how fire progression is affected by fire protection systems and building design.
8. Discuss the basic principles of electricity as an ignition source.
9. Recognize potential health and safety hazards.
10. Describe the process of conducting investigations using the scientific method.
11. Identify cause and origin and differentiate between accidental and incendiary.
12. Explain the procedures used for investigating vehicle fires.
13. Identify the characteristics of an incendiary fire and common motives of the fire setter.
14. Identify and describe the causes involved in line of duty firefighter deaths related to structural firefighting, training research and reduction of emergency risks and accidents.