The Benefits of the Collegiate Approach to Fire Investigation

An Awareness Session for Police Investigators

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Course Summary

Forensic specialists provide investigators with a distinctive and valuable contribution to the complex world of fire investigation. Our scientists are experts in a wide range of disciplines, including the investigation of fires and flammable vapour explosions, meaning they can play a key role in supporting investigations that involve fires. 

This presentation will include an overview of the recent history of practical fire investigation, with a journey through legislation, governance, training, collaborations, commercialisation and more recent issues regarding capacity and regulation. We will discuss how the role of the forensic specialist at a crime scene can assist the Crime Scene Manager and Crime Scene Investigator while complementing the role of local Fire Brigade Investigators. 

We will also explore how a collegiate, multi-agency approach to fire investigation provides the investigator with the best service by allowing the most comprehensive, well-rounded evaluation of the fire scene. The presentation will highlight the contribution that forensic specialists can make alongside other fire investigation professionals though scientific expertise, investigative experience and collaborative working. It will demonstrate how effective collaboration between forensic specialists, fire investigators, and law enforcement partners can enhance the overall investigation and support the delivery of robust, evidence-based conclusions.

This will be a free to attend event hosted on Microsoft Teams. Please note this course is only open to Police and professionals working within the Criminal Justice System.