FIP7100 — Fire Investigation Technician
This certification-related course will present the Fire Investigation Technician candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Four of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1033: Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications. The course is designed to introduce students to science-based fire investigation techniques; origin and cause recognition; legal issues and requirements; evidence collection and preservation; documentation; motivation; interviewing; and interrogation. This course should be offered consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines. Contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details.