2023 Indiana Fire Investigation Conference
Sunday, August 13, through Wednesday, August 16, 2023
3-day Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation Course
Consisting of 24 hours of tested instruction in determining origin and cause of motor vehicle fires.
Included in this course will be a live demonstration of vehicle fire utilizing the team concept. Students will “dig” an investigation of a vehicle fire scenario and construct a report to present their findings to the class.
Based on Chapter 26 of NFPA 921, topics will include vehicle investigation safety, fuel packages, ignition sources, vehicle systems, and identification.
Students need to bring gloves, proper footwear, proper eye protection, and preferably wear a long sleeved shirt.
Presentations – Networking – CFI Testing – IAAI-ECT Practicum
Awards Presentation – Vendors – Industry Groups
Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation
2023 Topics Addressed:
Motor Vehicle Engine and the Ignition
Electrical and Fuel Systems
Motor Vehicle Transmission, Exhaust, Brakes and Accessory Systems
Investigating Motor Vehicle Fires
Registration is $225.00.
Registration includes hand-outs, lunch, refreshment breaks, and Certificate of Completion.
Online registration is here.
Register online and pay with a credit card via PayPal. Online registration closes on Wednesday, August 9. Contact us with questions.
Mail In Registration form is here.
Must be postmarked by Friday, August 4.
* * * Pre-payment is required to register * * *
Checks, Claim Forms, and Purchase Orders should be made payable to:
Indiana Chapter #14 IAAI
If you have any questions please contact us.
The training subjects provided meet their respective requirements of NFPA 1033, 2022 edition. This conference is providing 24 hours of tested training. Testing will be completed on CFItrainer.net, using a PIN number that will be provided at the end of the conference.
IN-IAAI Conference Details
Conference Location:
Hendrick’s County 4-H Fairground and Conference Center
1900 East Main St., Danville, Indiana
The hotels are conveniently located less than 1 mile from the conference facility. Open printable information sheet about 2023 conference hotels. Last day to make reservations at the discounted rates is Sunday, July 23, 2023.
Note: If you make your reservations by phone, please identify yourself as participating in the Indiana IAAI conference.
Lawrence William Tuck Investigator of the Year Award:
The Lawrence William Tuck Fire Investigator of the Year Award will be presented during the conference.
Click here for information on this award.
Click here for the 2022 nomination form.
Terry T. Fleming Lifetime Achievement Award:
The Terry T. Fleming Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented during the conference.
Click here for information on this award.
Schedule:
(subject to change without notice)
NOTE: On smaller devoces you can drag the schedule rows left to view all the information in that row.
Sunday, August 13, 2023 (at the conference venue)
| 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | I.A.A.I. Evidence Collection Technician Practicum with Steve Shand (registration deadline is July 22, more info) | |
| 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | I.A.A.I. Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI®) Test with Scott McDowell |
Monday, August 14, 2023
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. | Registration | |
| 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Opening Ceremonies | |
| 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation — Barry Grimm, Chris Elrod & Joe Herzberg | |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch Provided | |
| 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation — Barry Grimm, Chris Elrod & Joe Herzberg | |
| 6:00 p.m. | Annual Tailgate Party — Socialize and Network |
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
| 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation — Barry Grimm, Chris Elrod & Joe Herzberg | |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Lawrence Tuck Investigator Of The Year Award / Terry Fleming Lifetime Achievement Award | |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch Provided | |
| 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation — Barry Grimm, Chris Elrod & Joe Herzberg | |
| 5:00 p.m. | Annual General Meeting |
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
| 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation — Barry Grimm, Chris Elrod & Joe Herzberg | |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch Provided | |
| 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Motor Vehicle Fire Investigation — Barry Grimm, Chris Elrod & Joe Herzberg |
BREAKS:
Breaks for stretching and refreshments will generally be given every hour. Daily raffle for door prizes will be held at the conclusion of breaks.
DISCLAIMER:
No liability is assumed by the Indiana Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators for changes in conference content, speakers, or venue. The speaker’s presentation and content thereof is the sole responsibility of the individual speaker, and not necessarily endorsed by any of the persons organization associated with this conference. The Indiana Chapter of the IAAI reserves the right to cancel, alter, or substitute any class or speaker without any advanced notice.
