Fire Cause Investigation Flashcards
1
Q
Company officers or Command shall request the on duty fire investigator whenever what circumstances exist?
A
Suspected arson or suspicious
Fire of undetermined origin/cause
Prior/habitual
2
Q
What are 4 examples when an investigator is NOT needed?
A
Minor fire accidental cause
Minor accidental burn no transport
Vehicle fire from engine
Set by youth under 10 no property loss
3
Q
What is the primary concern once life safety and fire control is achieved?
A
Protection of fire scene and preservation of physical evidence
4
Q
We must maintain custody of scene until released who?
A
Property owner or responsible person
5
Q
When an investigator is not involved, who does the fire report?
A
The appropriate fire officer
