The Role of the Fire Protection Engineer in Fire Loss Investigation
By: Phil Friday Introduction More and more, fire protection engineers are called on to act as the primary investigator of fire losses. Fire protection engineers have historically been regarded as...
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A fatal fire occurred in a single-family residence. Investigators working for the insurance company performed an analysis subsequent to the fire for the purpose of determining the fire’s cause and the...
View ArticleFire Protection Engineers For Lawyers
The difference between winning and losing a fire loss case might hinge upon the scientific principles applied during the investigation. The more complex the issues, the more difficult it can be to...
View ArticleQuestions Attorneys Should Ask During A Fire Loss Investigation
In cases of fire loss investigation, many questions will come up. For example: What started the fire? Did the fire spread? What materials played a role? Did the fire protection systems work right? Was...
View ArticleWhat Can A Fire Protection Engineer Do To Help During a Fire Loss Investigation?
Fire protection engineers are a vital asset in fire loss investigations. With a broad range of expertise related to fire dynamics, building construction, codes and standards, and fire protection...
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