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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 Chief”

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.
Dust evidence or portions of fire scenes for latent fingerprints.
Conduct internal investigation to determine negligence and violation of laws and regulations by fire department employees.
Swear out warrants, and arrest and process suspected arsonists.
Test sites and materials to establish facts, such as burn patterns and flash points of materials, using test equipment.
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.
Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.
Coordinate efforts with other organizations, such as law enforcement agencies.
Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.
Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.
Instruct children about the dangers of fire.

Related Technology & Tools

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Portable computers
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Flathead shovels
Precision rulers
Wire gauges
Fire axes
Putty knives
Dust masks
Torpedo levels
Single gas detectors
Protective eyewear
Universal pipe cutters
Steel-tine garden rakes
Fire helmets
Tablet computers
Hydrocarbon detectors
Mobile radios
Camera positioning tripods
Protective ear muffs
Bit drivers
Hydrant wrenches
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Law enforcement handguns
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Crowbars
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Digital audio recorders
Wood chisels
Photographic rulers
Firefighters' coats
Carpet cutters
Dry bulb thermometers
Portable fire extinguishers
Cordless drills
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Hacksaws
Metal handcuffs
Phillips screwdrivers
Laptop computers
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Linesman's pliers
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Digital video cameras
Digital anemometers
Fingerprint kits
Self-contained breathing apparatus
Magnifiers
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X ray inspection equipment
Keyhole saws
Eye droppers
Bar levels
Adjustable hand wrenches
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Digital barometers
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Firefighters' pants
Multigas detectors
Emergency first aid kits
Personal computers
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Laser facsimile machines
Circuit continuity testers
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Flood lighting
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Firefighting hoods
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35 millimeter cameras
Stepladders
Fire rakes
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Wet bulb thermometers
Portable sump pumps
Magnetic compasses
Gasoline powered generators
Ballistic vests
Photographic meters
Hoes
Laser rangefinders
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Web browser software
Microsoft Word
Email software
Xerox Government systems FIREHOUSE Software
National Fire Incident Reporting System NFIRS
Microsoft Access
Fire Dynamics Software FDS
Microsoft Excel
Consolidated Model of Fire and Smoke Transport CFAST