23 - Fire Investigations

Question 1

When do Gators respond?
Any fire involving…

Answer 1

Property damage due to a fire
Injury due to a fire
Death due to a fire

Question 2

How do Gators define a fire?

Answer 2

An open and sustained flaming combustion

Question 3

The role of EFRS personnel is to _____ _____ and _____ all _____ to the Fire Investigator

Answer 3

The role of EFRS personnel is to preserve evidence and report all observations to the Fire Investigator

Question 4

While en route and approaching the scene of a fire, note:

Answer 4

Climate conditions
Anything impeding access to the scene
Colour of smoke
Colour and intensity of flames
Any people or vehicles in a hurry leaving the scene

Question 5

Where does the authority to conduct a fire investigation come form?

Answer 5

Provincial legislation:

Alberta Fire Code
Safety Codes Act

Question 6

Causes of a fire: (4)

Answer 6

Unknown
Natural
Accidental
Arson