Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation 3.10-12.26 OH
Presented by Sharonville Fire Department
March 10-12, 2026 | Sharonville, OH
Location: Sharonville Fire Department, 11637 Chester Road, Sharonville, OH 45246
Class Time: Begins daily at 8:00 AM
Course Overview:
The Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation course is a comprehensive program designed to equip fire investigators with the essential knowledge and skills needed to assess and evaluate electrical components and systems as potential fire causes. This training utilizes current best practices, standards, and methodologies to support accurate origin and cause determinations in incidents where electricity may have played a role.
Participants will develop a working knowledge of basic electricity, electrical circuits and systems, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and arc mapping techniques. Through instructor-led classroom instruction and hands-on practical exercises, attendees will learn how to identify and analyze electrical failures, recognize hazards, and apply their findings to real-world fire investigations.
Key Topics Include:
• - Scene Safety and Definitions
• - Basic Electricity & Atomic Theory
• - Ohm’s Law, Joules’ Law, and Magnetism
• - AC vs. DC Systems and Transformers
• - Three-Phase Power and Branch Circuits
• - Service Entrance and Circuit Breakers
• - Measuring Voltage & Current
• - Electrical Failures and Component Evaluation
• - Arc Mapping Techniques and Analysis
• - Intrusion Alarm & Surveillance Systems
• - Evidence Collection and Scene Processing
• - Case Studies and Myth Avoidance
What to Bring:
• - Laptop or tablet
• - Power tap and extension cord
• - Regular and Phillips screwdrivers
• - Wire cutters and needle-nose pliers
CFITrainer.Net® Prerequisite Modules:
Participants must complete the following modules prior to attending:
• - Arc Mapping Basics
• - Basic Electricity
• - Electrical Safety
• - Residential Electrical Systems
• - Introduction to Evidence
These prerequisites provide foundational knowledge for course participation and examination.
Registration Fees:
IAAI Member: $380
Non-Member: $560
Debit/Credit card payments only. For alternate payment methods, please contact IAAI-Training@firearson.com.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made 31+ days prior to the course will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made within 30 days of the course are non-refundable.
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Contact:
For questions or additional information, please email IAAI-Training@firearson.com.
All IAAI training offerings are subject to change or cancellation.