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Fire Investigators

SOC 33-2021.02

Conduct investigations to determine causes of fires and explosions.

8
Skills
8
Knowledge
3
Job Zone
No
Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening
4.1
Speaking
4.1
Critical Thinking
4.0
Writing
3.9
Complex Problem Solving
3.9
Reading Comprehension
3.8
Judgment and Decision Making
3.6
Coordination
3.5

Knowledge Areas 8

Building and Construction
4.6
Public Safety and Security
4.6
Education and Training
4.5
Law and Government
4.4
Customer and Personal Service
4.4
English Language
3.8
Mechanical
3.8
Administration and Management
3.5

Key Tasks

1Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects.
2Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.
3Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.
4Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.
5Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.

Also Known As

Arson and Bomb Investigator Arson Division Chief Arson Investigator Canine Handler (K9 Handler) Fire and Explosion Investigator Fire Investigation Lieutenant Fire Investigation Manager Fire Investigator Fire Lieutenant Fire Marshal

Tools & Equipment

35 millimeter cameras Adjustable hand wrenches Adjustable pipe wrenches Ball peen hammers Ballistic vests

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