Is it possible that we rely solely on the 2021 edition of 921 to support a hypothesis? If I determined that the damage resulted from a dust explosion, I wanted to reference National Fire Protection Association. (1995). 13-9.5 In NFPA 921: Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations. Ignition temperature for most material dust range from 600° F to 1100° F (320° C to 590° C). Would I be wrong to in
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

I am wondering what websites are being used for documenting lightning strikes other than a Strikenet lightning report?
Forum: RECALL LISTINGS

In my quest for better report writing, there is always a different way to describe what you are trying to convey. If anyone would like to share any origin and cause reports please feel free to send them my way. Thanking you in advance. Brian Gordon bgordon@pbcgov.org
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

Thank you!!
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

Would anyone have a link or a copy of the video they could share for the Cy Holmes interview featured on 60 Minutes. I have search all over and I can't seem to find it. Thanks
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

We are soliciting information or ideas regarding the wording in our origin and cause reports for fires. The campfire discussion regards the level of certainty of the fire investigator in respect to their expert opinion. I am open for any suggestions or recommendations on the proper wording... The residential structure fire on April 10, 2017 at 1122 Main St, Somewhere, Fl 33428 was classified a
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

Are there any handlers from the public sector (Fire Rescue) available for some questions? If you know of someone that could offer some assistance, please feel free to pass my contact information along. Thanking you all in advance. Brian Gordon Palm Beach County Fire Rescue bgordon@pbcgov.org (561)616-7059
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations

If anyone else looks it up, instead of 13.1.6.1.3.4 use 13.6.1.3.4.
Forum: Fire/Arson Investigations