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Fire Inspectors and Investigators

  • Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Tasks

What tasks do Fire Inspectors and Investigators perform?

  • Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects.

  • Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.

  • Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.

  • Conduct inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed fire protection systems.


Knowledge

What do Fire Inspectors and Investigators need to know?

  • Public Safety and Security

    Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

  • Building and Construction

    Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.


Skills

What skills do Fire Inspectors and Investigators need?

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.



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