FI 210 “Wild Land Fire Investigations”

Description:

The primary purpose of this course is to provide a consistent knowledge and skill base for the Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF). The concepts taught in this course will help an INVF perform at an acceptable level on a national basis without regard to geographic boundaries. The course is presented by lectures, electronic presentations, field exercises, and class discussion.

Objectives

• Perform the common roles and responsibilities of an INVF involved in an initial investigation environment.
• Practice wildland fire investigation methods, evidence collection and documentation processes in a realistic environment.
• Identify the laws, regulations and related court procedures associated with administrative, civil and criminal litigation processes.
• Describe the fundamentals of investigation.
• Know the elements of professional code of ethics.

Target Group

Recommended training for experienced fire personnel and law enforcement officers with wildland fire investigation responsibilities.

Prerequisite Qualifications and Training

• Recommend students have law enforcement or firefighter experience. An interactive, self-paced precourse work will familiarize students with the background information necessary to successfully complete the course.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-selection assessment.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-course work.