Conduct investigations to determine causes of fires and explosions.
<ul><li>Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects.</li><li>Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.</li><li>Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.</li><li>Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.</li><li>Examine fire sites and collect evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood, and accelerant residue for use in determining the cause of a fire.</li><li>Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.</li><li>Instruct children about the dangers of fire.</li><li>Coordinate efforts with other organizations, such as law enforcement agencies.</li><li>Teach fire investigation techniques to other firefighter personnel.</li></ul>