Practical Fire and Arson Investigation

by David R. Redsicker, John J. O'Connor

Overview

This bestselling second edition introduces new case studies to illustrate concepts explained in the text and includes information about eliminating accidental causes of fires and investigating fatal fires. Additional information on studies in bloodstain evidence found at fire scenes is presented as well. The book also addresses the National Fire Protection Association Standards 921, regarding proper fire investigation procedures, and NFPA Standards 1033, Fire Investigator Qualifications. The NFPA Standards are the recognized standards in the industry, and are essential information for all fire investigators, from rookies to veterans.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040079959
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/10/1996
Series:	ISSN
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	432
File size:	22 MB
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About the Author

David R. Redsicker, Corporate Director of Investigations Peter Vallas Associates, Inc. John J. O’Connor, Lieutenant (Retired) New York City Police Department.

Table of Contents

Preface 1 Arson: The American Experience 2 Arson Motives and Pathology 3 Building Construction: Fire Problems and Precautions 4 Chemistry and Behavior of Fire 5 Determining Origin and Cause 6 Eliminating Accidental Causes Practical Fire and Arson Investigation 7 Investigating Fatal Fires 8 Investigating Vehicular Fires 9 Evidence 10 Documenting the Fire/Crime Scene 11 Surveillance 12 Interviewing and Interrogation 13 Court Qualification and Testimony 14 Legal Aspects