Fire Investigation 1B

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Note: While there is no college prerequisite for this course, the California State Fire Marshal's Office has strict requirements related to certification. As state standards change frequently, all students should check the California State Fire Marshal's Office web site for current certification requirements prior to enrolling in this course. <br> <br> This course provides information on scene documentation and evidence collection/preservation. Topics include photographing the scene, diagramming the scene, constructing investigative notes, processing evidence and establishing a chain of custody, processing victims and fatalities, selecting evidence for analysis, maintaining a chain of custody, preparing a fire investigation report, and disposing of evidence. The NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.