Investigation - Fire

Question 1

FENZ will notify Police if…

Answer 1

• A fire results in serious injury or death
• A fire is considered suspicious

Question 2

Fire Investigation Liasion Officer (FILO) - Responsibilities?

Answer 2

• Attend every fire that is serious injury or death
• Co-ordinate investigations in their designated area
• Maintain working relationships with FSSFI and FSILO
• Co-ordinate Fire Investigation (FI) for Police
• Arrange Police attendance at the Fire scene

Question 3

Specialist Fire Investigators (FSSFI) will attend and investigate…

Answer 3

• Fatalities
• Serious Injuries
• Suspicious structure fires
• Fire safety features have failed
• Structure fires or 3rd alarm equivalent

Question 4

What are Fire scene injuries?

Answer 4

• Inhalation of toxic fumes
• Ingestion of particles
• Cut/wounds from sharp objects
• Tripping on fire debris
• Falling down or over obstructions or cavities
• Items falling

Note - To identify the best method of protection you must consider: An assessment of each of the above and a strategy to prevent or mitigate the impact.

Question 5

What are the types of clothing protections?

Answer 5

• Helmet
• Overalls
• Respirator
• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Heavy duty footwear

Question 6

What are the common methods of setting fires?

Answer 6

• Candles
• Chemical ignitors
• Matches
• Molotov cocktails
• Timing devices
• Trailers

Question 7

What are non-intentional causes of fire (3 topics to remember - Carelessness, Faults & Nature)

Answer 7

Carelessness:
- Misusing electricity
- Ironing
- Burning rubbish
- Smoking
- Child playing with matches

Faults:
- Heating systems
- Appliances
- Electrical wiring
- Machinery

Nature:
- Chemical reaction
- The sun
- Lightning
- Rodents eating wiring