Investigation

Fire Investigation

1998 NFPA 921-2-1

“A fire or explosion investigation is a complex endeavor involving both art and science. The compilation of factual data, as well as an analysis of those facts, should be accomplished objectively and truthfully. The basic methodology of the fire investigation should rely on the use of a systematic approach and attention to all relevant details. The use of a systematic approach will often uncover new factual data for analysis, which may require previous conclusions to be reevaluated.  With a few exceptions, the proper methodology for a fire or explosion investigation is to first determine and establish the origin(s), then investigate the cause: What circumstances, conditions, or agencies caused the ignition source, fuel, and oxidant to come together?”

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