BFST/ATPC2630 Latent Investigations is a 45 hour traditional/instructor-led course. This course satisfies part of the requirement for Fire Investigator certification. This course also provides 45-hours, or CEUs, towards Fire Inspector I and II, and Fire Instructor I, II, and III certificate renewal.
Prerequisite(s): none
Course Description:
Course includes a review of chemistry of hazardous materials, types of explosives and their investigation, fire death/injury investigation, laboratory services and evidence handling, fire scene safety, investigation follow-up, sources of information. Additional subjects covered include civil and criminal investigations, motives, arson for profit, and various arson sets and devices.
Required Materials:
- Textbook: Florida Fire Investigation Manual (2017) Printed by FSFC
- Note: Textbook not included with course enrollment.
