Fire Investigation Safety Officer 2.11-12.26 NY

Fire Investigation Safety Officer
Hosted by the New York Chapter of the IAAI in partnership with the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI)
Dates: February 11-12, 2026
Location: 9 Training Center Lane, 
New Hampton NY 10958 
Start Time: 8:00 AM Daily

Course Overview
This advanced-level training course is designed for experienced fire investigators preparing to serve as a Fire Investigation Safety Officer or take on safety leadership roles at large or complex post-fire scenes. Whether functioning as a dedicated safety officer or in a dual-role capacity, students will be trained in safety management, risk assessment, and incident command systems specific to fire investigation scenes.


The course features up-to-date safety protocols from multiple authoritative sources and includes integration of FEMA ICS Safety Officer content.


Topics Covered
The Role of the Fire Investigation Safety Officer: Before, During, and After the Investigation
Hazards and Risk Assessment
Post-Fire Scene Health Hazards
Building Systems and Construction Considerations
Safety Hazards, Prevention Methods, and Procedures
Responding to Damaged Structures
Post-Incident Safety Responsibilities
The course concludes with a final group activity: a written safety assessment and an oral presentation.


Prerequisites
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

Experience:
At least 3 years of fire scene examination experience

Training:
Completion of a 40-hour tested basic fire investigation course

CFITrainer.net Courses:
Electrical Safety
Fundamentals of Residential Building Construction
Fire Investigator Scene Safety
Site Safety Assessment
ICS/NIMS Courses:
ICS 100, 200, and one of the following: ICS 300, ICS 400, IS-700, or IS-800
(Courses available online at FEMA NIMS Training)

Recommended:
Hazmat Operations or HAZWOPER training

Note: Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course activities.

Registration Information
IAAI Members: $450
Non-Members: $650

Payment: Debit/Credit Card only

If you must pay by check or require alternate payment methods, please contact:
IAAI-Training@firearson.com

All IAAI courses are subject to cancellation or postponement at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. Registered participants will be notified as soon as possible.

Questions?
For additional information, email:
IAAI-Training@firearson.com