 Specialists at the Fire Scene
Identifying resources that can assist you in investigating fires is best
accomplished long before the fire or need arises. Develop a database of
people and organizations within your immediate area that are available to
respond and assist in any needs you identify at the fire scene. Resources
to have at your disposal may include:
Administrative and Logistical
- Security companies to assist in preventing unauthorized entry into
the fire scene.
- Administrative staff to assist with any paperwork generated between
groups or agencies
- Communications companies
- Rental facilities for tools, lighting, pumps, emergency fencing, portable
power sources
- Companies that provide services such as food, water, sanitation, shelter,
and transportation
Construction
- Board-up and Salvage Companies
- Heavy equipment suppliers to move debris (bulldozers, dump trucks,
cranes, etc.)
- Electrical, building, and heating code enforcement
- Tow companies
- Refuse removal
- Portable buildings for storage of supplies, temporary housing, command
center
Engineering and Utilities
- Utility companies for gas, electric, water.
- Contacts in the engineering disciplines: Fire Protection, Forensic,
Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Structural, Chemical, Environmental, and
Industrial
- Electrical and building code inspector.
- Meteorological Consultants
Evidentiary
- Canine Handler
- Forensic Chemist
- Crime Scene Technician
- Testing Laboratories
Investigatory
- Local fire investigation organizations which may be able to offer personnel
for scene work
- Local, State and Federal agencies available to assist in scene safety,
scene work, interviews, follow-up etc.
- The NFPA Fire Investigations Team
- Forensic Accountants
- Insurance claims adjusters/agents
- Experts in juvenile fire setting intervention
Legal
- Arson prosecutor or retained counsel
- Specialized legal advisors
Safety
- Hazard abatement services to deal with asbestos exposure, hazardous
chemicals, ground contamination
- Suppliers for safety equipment: hard hats, gloves, respirators, air
monitoring equipment, etc.
- Carpenter (shoring up weak floors, supports, etc.)
Witness and Victim Concerns
- Interpreters
- Community-service organizations to assist with food and lodging
- Medical personnel
- Block Watch Association
 interFIRE VR Tutorial "Determine the Need for Additional
Resources"
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