Fire Investigation

Based on the 2009 NFPA Standard 1033 and 2008 NFPA Guide 921, both novice and future fire investigators will appreciate the straight-forward yet comprehensive approach to fire investigation that this book offers. Speaking with a voice of experience, the author walks learners through the process of fire investigation step by step, explaining the critical points and essential tasks in a reader-friendly manner. Included are discussions of the types of fire patterns and clues a fire investigator may encounter on scene, how to keep correct, actionable documentation, and advice on how to accurately interview witnesses and potential arsons. Practical and necessary, this book considers a scene broadly, from investigation to successful fire cause determination, and includes just the right depth of information for those new to fire investigation.Chandler is the author of 'Fire Investigation', published 2009 under ISBN 9781418009601 and ISBN 1418009601.