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Job Description

Conduct investigations to determine causes of fires and explosions.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 33-2021.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Fire Investigators”.

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Tasks for “Fire Investigation Manager”

Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.
Examine fire sites and collect evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood, and accelerant residue for use in determining the cause of a fire.
Conduct internal investigation to determine negligence and violation of laws and regulations by fire department employees.
Coordinate efforts with other organizations, such as law enforcement agencies.
Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.
Dust evidence or portions of fire scenes for latent fingerprints.
Test sites and materials to establish facts, such as burn patterns and flash points of materials, using test equipment.
Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.
Instruct children about the dangers of fire.
Subpoena and interview witnesses, property owners, and building occupants to obtain information and sworn testimony.
Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects.
Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.
Swear out warrants, and arrest and process suspected arsonists.

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