FI210 - Wildland Fire Origin & Cause Determination

Reviewed: 2005     Hours: 36

Course Description:

The primary purpose of this course is to provide a consistent knowledge and skill base for the Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination 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:

• Identify the elements of the NWCG Fire Investigation Certification program.
• 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.

Target Group:

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

Minimum Instructor Qualifications:

Lead and unit instructors must be qualified wildland fire origin and cause determination investigators (INVF) and should have actual hands on experience to teach participants the duties of this position without regard for the type of incident.

Also see Instructor Certification at the beginning of the Field Managers Course Guide.

Prerequisites:

It is recommended that students have law enforcement or firefighter experience. There is an interactive self paced pre-course work to familiarize students with the background information necessary to successfully complete the course.

Offer Level:
Local

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