The Company Officer and Fire Prevention and Investigations

Sometimes the first time a fire department is made aware of a fire/life safety hazard is when they respond to an occupancy on a medical call. Fire company officers have a duty to act—reporting and correcting hazards isn’t just the job of the fire prevention bureau. Additionally, company officers have a responsibility to determine the cause and origin of a fire. When a fire involves a serious injury, is suspicious or undetermined it is the company officer’s responsibility to request the assistance of a fire marshal or investigator. Joining the panel on this show are guests Jack Murphy and Doug Keller to discuss fire prevention and investigations. The best way to keep up with Fire Engineering? Get our regular e-Newsletter: www.fireengineering.com/enewsletter.