Upcoming Training
Armstrong Forensic Labs
Dr. Kelly Wouters is the Laboratory Director at Armstrong Forensic Lab. He will give a presentation about what the lab has to offer Fire Investigators, what technology they use to get results and how it works, as well as what the lab wants from the Investigators on scene that are responsible for collecting evidence.
Immediately following the presentation, NTFIA will hold our monthly meeting.
IAAI - Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation (Hosted by NTFIA)
NTFIA is hosting the IAAI Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation Course
The 2 day course consists of 16 hours of tested instruction in determining origin and cause of motor vehicle fires. Based on Chapter 27 of NFPA 921, topics will include vehicle investigation safety, fuel packages, ignition sources, vehicle systems and identification. Included in the instruction is a live electrical demonstration showing how fuses, fusible links and relays work, as well as real time failures such as overloads and shorts. The IAAI Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation 2 day course satisfies the Specialized Training Requirement of the IAAI Motor Vehicle Fire Credential Endorsement program.
CFITrainer.Net® Module Prerequisites:
Motor Vehicles: The Engine and the Ignition, Electrical and Fuel Systems
Motor Vehicles: The Transmission, Exhaust, Brakes and Accessory System
Investigating Motor Vehicle Fires
Prerequisites are required as supporting knowledge for the class and the examination. Materials within the class and examination will reference all prerequisites
Registration Fees:
IAAI Member Price $375.00
Non-IAAI Member Price $555.00
NTFIA Monthly Meetings
This will be our normally scheduled monthly meeting. These occur on the third Wednesday of every month. This month our host will be Gather located at 207 E. Virginia St, McKinney TX.
Fire Investigation Scene Evidence Collection
CCFIA and NTFIA are proud to present our comprehensive Evidence Collection Course, designed to equip fire investigation professionals with the essential skills and knowledge required for effective evidence handling. This interactive, hands-on class will be held in a classroom setting, providing a collaborative learning environment for participants to gain practical experience.
Participants will learn the best practices and techniques for collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence at fire investigation scenes to ensure its integrity and admissibility in legal proceedings. Topics will include the identification of critical evidence types, proper chain of custody procedures, and the use of specialized tools and equipment in the field.