EXPERIENCE

Fire 4N6 LLC, Certified Fire Investigator, July 2022–present

• Investigate and study fire scenes, examine homes, buildings, and vehicles to determine

the cause and origin of fire

• Speak with local authorities, property owners and witnesses

• Investigate site, photograph and collects evidence

• Create Cause & Origin report based on forensic findings and extensive technical

experience and certifications

• Provide expert testimony

• Subrogation investigation and work in conjunction with Fire 4N6 insurance company

clients to determine whether insurance fraud, neglect, or third-party Cause & Origin

Lansing Fire Department, Lansing, MI, Fire Marshal, 2014–2022

• Manage 3 Fire Inspectors, 9 Housing Inspectors, 1 manager and three clericals

• Enforce and interpret Fire Codes

• Public Speaking to various community groups

• Facilitating issues from Mayor and City Council

• Fire Cause and Origin Investigations.

• Plan, review and supervise architectural drawings/plans for IFC 2012 compliance

• Large Event occupancy/capacity safe egress planning

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Lansing Fire Department, Lansing, MI, Lieutenant, Fire Marshal Division 2012-2013

• Life and Safety inspections of public assemblies on an annual basis

• Prosecution of detected cases of arson

• Fostered professionalism, collegiality, teamwork, and information sharing with

fellow examiners.

• Public speaking

Lansing Fire Department, Lansing, MI, Acting Lieutenant / Sr. Engineer / Supervisor,

Fire Marshal Division 2008-2012

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• Daily station assignment of personnel and assigned ambulance rotation.

• Daily training, scheduling multiple community public service events and programs.

• Supervised FIRE/EMS crews on emergency scenes, discipline, report to superior

command staff

Lansing Fire Department, Lansing, MI, Engineer Apparatus Operator, 2003–2008

• Performs specialized firefighting work including driving, operating, and maintaining

heavy firefighting apparatus

Lansing Fire Department, Lansing, MI, Firefighter, 1995–2003

• Firefighter

PROFESSIONAL AREAS OF ACCOMPLISHMENT

• Risk analysis

• Hazardous Materials

• Arson Investigation

• Emergency Operations Center

• Community Interaction

• Leadership

EDUCATION

• Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Ml, 1988-89

• Lansing Community College, Lansing, Ml

JAMES MICHAEL ADAMS

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EXPERIENCE

Fire 4N6 LLC, Certified Fire Investigator, July 2022–present

• Investigate and study fire scenes, and examine homes, buildings, and vehicles to

determine the cause and origin of fire

• Speak with local authorities, property owners, and witnesses

• Investigate site, photograph, and collect evidence

• Create Cause & Origin report based on forensic findings and extensive technical

experience and certifications

• Provide expert testimony

• Subrogation investigation and work in conjunction with Fire 4N6 insurance

company clients to determine whether insurance fraud, neglect, or third-party

Cause & Origin

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, Miami, FL, Fire and Explosion Investigator, 2013 to

present

• Conduct Cause & Origin investigations

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, Miami, FL, Lieutenant / Paramedic, 2004 to present

Fire 4N6

CAUSE & ORIGIN CERTIFIED FIRE INVESTIGATORS

2450 Hollywood Blvd, Ste. 700 ​Hollywood, FL 33020

954.465.8175

Fire4N6.org

CANDLER G THORNTON

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CThor nton@4N6.com

EXPERIENCE

Fire 4N6 LLC, Certified Fire Investigator, July 2022–present

Investigate and study fire scenes, and examine homes, buildings, and vehicles to determine the

cause and origin of fire

Speak with local authorities, property owners, and witnesses

Investigate site, photograph, and collect evidence

Create Cause & Origin report based on forensic findings and extensive technical

experience and certifications

Provide expert testimony

Subrogation investigation and work in conjunction with Fire 4N6 insurance company clients to

determine whether insurance fraud, neglect, or third-party Cause & Origin

Wake County Fire Services, Deputy Fire Marshal – Fire Investigator, February 2019 – Present

Responds as needed to all significant incidents within Wake County, including municipal ​jurisdictions, 24 hours a day.

Assist Incident Commander with various functions as needed.

Determine the amount of staffing necessary to support emergency operations.

Interact with local, state and federal agencies for assistance with large scale incidents including

origin and cause investigations.

Serve as needed in the Emergency Operations Center during major emergencies and natural

disasters.

Conduct fire investigations throughout Wake County and municipal jurisdictions as needed for ​determining the origin and cause of fires, gathering witness statements and conducting ​interviews, photographing and sketching the fire scene, preparing technical reports, collecting ​evidence for lab analysis, testifying in court and working collaboratively with other agencies for ​case completion.

Provide support in planning, organizing and managing daily shift operations for efficiency and

effectiveness.

Assist with fire tax district related activities to include attending Fire Commission meetings as ​requested, logistical support and the distribution of related documents and equipment.

Manage National Fire Incident Reporting data collection, including the electronic import of data

from fire departments and submission to NC Office of State Fire Marshal.

Serve as divisional safety officer for OSHA related compliance.

Conduct staff fit testing for respirator use.

Manage departmental audit and review program for all investigation/response reports to ​ensure completeness and accuracy.

Responsible for the Hazardous Materials response billing program to include coordinating with

the Wake County Finance Department for generating billing statements.

Review annexation notices from municipalities and maintain an up to date database to ​determine impact on fire protection.

Periodically conduct emergency response related training to various public safety agencies.

Conduct fire code compliance inspections as needed during and after business hours including

periodic checks, re-inspections, permit issuance and response to complaints.

Wake County Fire Services, Deputy Fire Marshal – Fire Inspector, January 2018 – February 2019

Inspects buildings with electrical, plumbing, mechanical, heating, ventilation, and/or fire

protection installations during construction and examines completed installations for

compliance with applicable codes, standards and ordinances. 

Conducts periodic fire prevention inspections in existing facilities and schools. 

Examines plans and specifications to ensure conformance with applicable codes and makes

recommendations. 

Inspects day cares, family care homes, elderly care homes and ABC licensed facilities for

compliance. 

Issues fire protection permits required by State fire prevention code and local ordinances. 

Receives and investigates complaints received from the public. 

Responds to fire scenes to conduct fire investigations throughout the County for determining

the origin and cause of fires. 

Contacts and confers with law enforcement and forensic agencies on legal aspects, scene

documentation, and case dispositions and makes decisions affecting the outcome of legal

proceedings. 

Documents fire scenes thoroughly by means of mapping, sketching and photography, clarifies

conditions and locations of fire scene elements prior, during, and after fire occurrences, in

compliance with the National Fire Protection Association, US Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms,

and State Bureau of Investigations standards. 

Interacts with State and federal investigative agencies to make determinations of origin and

cause on larger scale or death related incidents. 

Testifies in court to conclusions of origin and cause of fires. 

Responds as needed to all significant emergency incidents within Wake County, including

municipal jurisdictions, 24 hours a day. 

Prepares and maintains all records and produces reports on all assigned programs. 

Provides support in planning, organizing, and managing daily shift operations for efficiency and

effectiveness. 

Serves in the absence of the Fire/Rescue Shift Supervisor as required. 

Conducts public educational fire prevention programs, lectures, and demonstrations upon

request. 

Provides media with public service announcements on various topics. 

Assists fire departments with displays and programs to include Fire Prevention Week activities

City of Raleigh Fire Department, Deputy Fire Marshal, September 2017 – January 2018

Conducts comprehensive, technical inspections of buildings and property to verify that exits,

fire protection equipment and systems, building construction, interior finishes and decorations,

and occupant load conform with applicable fire and safety laws, regulations, and standards.

Conducts comprehensive inspections of businesses that handle, process, transport, or store

hazardous materials to ensure compliance with applicable fire and safety laws, regulations, and

standards.

Maintains current knowledge of fire protection codes and regulations to ensure compliance

with local, state, and federal regulations.

Explains and interprets provisions of fire codes to building owners, managers, and employers.

Discusses conditions and recommends safe methods of storing flammables or other

hazardous materials.

Issues permits to attest to safe operating conditions.

Prepares report of violations or unsafe conditions. Issues summons for fire hazards not

corrected on subsequent inspection and enforces code when owner refuses to cooperate.

Checks plans, construction, and use of above ground and underground storage tanks for

compliance with fire and safety standards.

Keeps file of inspection records and prepares reports of activities.

Collects fees for permits and licenses.

Assists with the investigations of fires, including arson fires.

Town of Knightdale Fire Department, Fire Lieutenant / Fire Investigator, October 2010 – ​October 2017

Responds and participates in incident response including firefighting operations, operation of

fire apparatus, hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, and other related incidents.

Drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or

other needs; ensures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment and monitors

radio traffic for necessary response.

Perform station duties, pre-incident surveys, department emergency management functions,

fire inspections, equipment maintenance, and customer service activities.

Assists with the investigations of fires, including arson fires.

Leads the shift in emergency response including immediate supervision in fire staff inside

structure, in emergency medical response, and in the daily cleaning and maintenance activities

in the event Fire Captain was off.

Fairview Rural Fire Department, Fire Engineer, October 2009 – October 2010

Responds and participates in incident response including firefighting operations, operation of

fire apparatus, hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, and other related incidents.

Drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or

other needs; ensures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment and monitors

radio traffic for necessary response.

Perform station duties, pre-incident surveys, department emergency management functions,

fire inspections, equipment maintenance, and customer service activities.

Leads the shift in emergency response including immediate supervision in fire staff inside

structure, in emergency medical response, and in the daily cleaning and maintenance activities

in the event Fire Captain was off

Keystone Experts and Engineers, Senior Fire Investigator, May 2022 – Present

Investigate assigned claims suspected of insurance fraud, this includes large loss, large fire

loss, and multiple claims.

Ensures that assigned cases are investigated and reported back to the requesting party in

adherence to best practices. Anticipates training needs of customers based on customer

exposure and antifraud initiatives.

Investigates site and provides expert testimony based on determination of the origin & cause

of fires and relates findings in a clear and concise manner in depositions and trials.

Maintains assigned claims files in a confidential manner; documents all relevant facts

pertaining to files in the appropriate claims handling system(s) and keeps management

informed of developments that impact claims results.

Reviews and makes recommendations on outcomes of investigations in a prompt and

expeditious manner. Provides guidance and recommendations to claims leadership and

associates on claims resolution.

Develops and maintains rapport and cooperation with federal, state and local government

agencies, as well as private information bureaus that can assist in investigative efforts.

Identifies and interviews all witnesses or involved persons who may possess information or

knowledge pertaining to incident under investigation: motive, opportunity or any other

information or evidence. Independently concludes investigations and determines negligence

and violation of laws.

Possesses the necessary knowledge and expertise required to conduct a thorough inspection

of available public records, including land deeds, mortgages, liens, suits, judgments, marriage

and divorce records, etc.

Maintains and pursues technical competency within area of specialization with regard to

existing laws pertaining to rights of privacy and availability of public records to assure that all

investigations are conducted in a completely legal and ethical manner.

May provide investigative guidance to Fire Investigator team members.

City of Raleigh Fire Department, Educational / Credential Specialist (Assistant Hazmat

Program Manager), July 2021 – November 2022

Teaching large and small groups of adults in multiple safety topics using provided curriculum.

Subjects include proper lifting; slips, trips, and falls; general electrical/GFCI; housekeeping;

personal protective equipment; hazard communication/materials (including MSDS & SDS);

ergonomics; fire safety; ladder safety; fire watch; hands-on fire extinguisher; heat and cold

stress; basic chemical spill on and off water; supervisor safety; trained crowd manager.

Utilize teaching scenarios matching P&R-specific work activities. Administer and report on

quizzes and class evaluations.  Prepare for trainings: acquire equipment, print required

materials & rosters, and set up room & equipment.

Creates online continuing educational courses.

Ensures compliance of required training hours for the department. ISO/OSHA

Maintains hazmat training records in the online database

Coordinates the scheduling of instructors through community college

Maintains the Safety Data Sheets and HAZCOM compliance program

Reports to the Hazmat Program Manager.

Orders and delivers Hazmat supplies as needed.

Town of Knightdale Fire Department, Firefighter/Engineer/Deputy Fire Marshal (Part Time ​Position), July 2005 – October 2010, October 2017 – Present

Responds and participates in incident response, including firefighting operations, operation of

fire apparatus, hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, and other related incidents.

Drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or

other needs; ensures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment and monitors

radio traffic for necessary response.

Perform station duties, pre-incident surveys, department emergency management functions, ​fire inspections, equipment maintenance, and customer service activities.

Pilot Fire Department, Fire Lieutenant, June 2013 – October 2017

Responds and participates in incident response, including firefighting operations, operation of

fire apparatus, hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, and other related incidents.

Drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or

other needs; ensures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment and monitors

radio traffic for necessary response. (Part-Time Position)

WakeMed Health & Hospitals, Team Leader / EMT, July 2012 – Present

Team leader that provides medical and decontamination care to support the operations of all

WakeMed Health & Hospital facilities, particularly in response to a special event or disaster.

Additionally, providing medical response that can provide first aid services for community

events. (Part-Time Position)

Johnston County Emergency Services, EMT – Basic, July 2012 – February 2023

Assisting the ALS technician in providing patient care in a safe and timely manner and then

transporting the patient to appropriate facility. Also, daily duties such as checking off

ambulance and equipment to ensure effective operations can be performed. (Part-Time

Position)

Town of Clayton Fire Department, Fire Captain / Fire Lieutenant, Senior Firefighter / ​Engineer, November 2011 – December 2020

Responds and participates in incident response, including firefighting operations, operation of

fire apparatus, hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, and other related incidents.

Leads the shift in emergency response, including immediate supervision in fire staff inside

structure, in emergency medical response, and in the daily cleaning and maintenance activities

including apparatus and equipment maintenance, station and grounds maintenance, and

related activities.

Other duties include supervising and participating in the preparation of fire reports; and

various projects for the department requiring coordination of staff. (Part-Time Position)

EDUCATION

Jacksonville State University | June 2015

Master of Science in Emergency Management (Cum Laude) ​University of North Carolina at Charlotte | June 2011

Bachelor of Science in Fire Safety Engineering Technology

Wilson Technical Community College | June 2007

Associate of Applied Science in Fire Protection Technology

East Wake High School | Wendell, North Carolina | June 2005

High School Diploma | College Preparatory

INSTRUCTIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Johnston Community College | Adjunct Instructor for Firefighter Certification Program |

November 2015 – Present

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

North Carolina Certifications:

North Carolina Fire / Arson Investigator (CFI)

North Carolina Fire Investigator Technician (FIT)

North Carolina Private Investigator

North Carolina Fire Inspector Level III

North Carolina Certified Firefighter

North Carolina Certified Instructor Level III

North Carolina Hazardous Materials Level II

North Carolina Fire Officer Level II

North Carolina Fire & Life Safety Educator Level III

North Carolina Rapid Intervention Team

North Carolina Airport Firefighter

North Carolina Chief 101

North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver

North Carolina Driver Operator Pumps & Aerials

North Carolina Technical Rescuer: VMR, Ropes, Water Rescue, & Agricultural Rescue

North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician – Basic

North Carolina Qualified Educational Methodology Instructor

North Carolina State Firemen’s Association Advanced Firefighter Certification

NIMS/ICS/NFA/FEMA/NATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (CFI)

NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI)

NAFA Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI)

South Carolina Private Investigator

FEMA Professional Development Series

Enhanced All-Hazards Incident Management / Unified Command Course (TEEX)

Incident Command: Capabilities, Planning and Response Actions for All Hazards (CDP)

Advanced Public Information Officer: Health & Hospital Emergencies (CDP)

Emergency Responder Hazardous Materials Technician for CBRNE Incidents (CDP)

Technical Emergency Response Training in CBRNE Incidents (CDP)

Incident Response to Terrorists Bombings (EMRTC)

Prevention of and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents (EMRTC)

Response to Radiological/Nuclear Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Incidents (CTOS/NSA)

Weapons of Mass Destruction: Radiological/Nuclear Course for HazMat Technicians

(CTOS/NSA)

Leadership & Management of Surface Transportation Incidents (SERTC)

Crude by Rail Emergency Response (SERTC)

National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-Basic)

National Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPS)

National Fire Academy Leadership I, II, & III

National Fire Academy Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist (F0633)

National Fire Academy Youth Firesetter Program Manager (F0634)

National Fire Academy Shaping the Future

National Fire Academy Incident Safety Officer

National Fire Academy Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations (STICO)

NIMS/ICS IS-1, IS-20, IS-29, IS-100, IS-120, IS-200, IS-230, IS-235, IS-240, IS-241, IS-242, IS-244, IS-

288, IS-300, IS-400, IS-700, IS-701, IS-775, IS-800, & IS-90

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PERTAINING TO FIRE ORIGIN & CAUSE:

CFI Trainer Fire Effects Part 2: Combustion By-Products Effects | July 2023 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Ignitable Liquid Detection Canine Teams | May 2023 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Fire Effects Part 1: Heat Effects on Fuels | April 2023 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Site Safety Assessment | March 2023 | 3 Hours

ATF Advanced Origin & Cause/Courtroom Testimony Course | January 2023 | 88 Hours

NFA Fire Investigation: Forensic Interviewing and Evidence (R0780) | November 2022 | 45

Hours

CFI Trainer Live Event: Insurance and Law Enforcement | September 2022 | 2 Hours

CFI Trainer NFPA 1033 & 921: 2022/2021 Editions Important Updates | August 2022 | 3 Hours

NFA Fire Investigation: Electrical Systems (R0776) | December 2021 | 45 Hours

CFI Trainer Alternative Fuel Vehicles | November 2021 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Photovoltaic Cells & Systems | October 2021 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Live Event: What Happens When Your Fire Loss Goes to Court | September 2021 | 1

Hour

CFI Trainer An Analysis of The Station Nightclub Fire | September 2021 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Lithium Ion Battery Fires | July 2021 | 1 Hour

NC/SC IAAI Virtual Spring Seminar Series: Wildland Serial Fire Case Study, Investigator Health

and Safety, CSST Examination, NFPA 1033 Update and New Information and Preparing for

Expert Witness Testimony | June 2021 | 18 Hours

CFI Trainer Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Fires | April 2021 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Design Basics | April 2021 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Emerging Technologies in Fire Investigation | December 2020 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Understanding Fire Through the Candle Experiments | November 2020 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Prevention Occupational Exposures to Carcinogens at the Fire Scene | September

2020 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Wildland Fires Investigation | September 2020 | 5 Hours

Advanced Fire Scene Documentation (Southeast Training & Consulting) | February 2020 | 16

Hours

Fire Fatality Investigation (NCOSFM) | January 2020 | 8 Hours

CFI Trainer Preparation for the Marine Fire Scene | January 2020 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Introduction to Appliances | January 2020 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Discovery in Civil Cases | December 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Discovery in Criminal Cases | December 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Insurance and the Fire Investigation | December 2019 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer The Potential Value of Electronic Evidence in Fire Investigations | December 2019 | ​4 Hours

CFI Trainer The HAZWOPER Standard | November 2019 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Motor Vehicles: The Engine and the Ignition, Electrical, and Fuel Systems |

November 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Discovery in Fire Chemistry | October 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Legal Aspects of Investigating Youth-Set Fires | September 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Understanding the Fire Investigator’s Job: A Guide for Non-Investigators |

September 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Critical Evaluation and Testing of Commonly Reported Accidental Causes | ​September 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer The Deposition Part 2: Questioning Tactics and Effective Responses | September ​2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer The Deposition Part 1: Format, Content, and Preparation | September 2019 | 3

Hours

CFI Trainer Fire Flow Analysis | June 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer What the Insurance Professional Needs to Know About Fire Investigation | June ​2019 | 3 Hours

NFA Fire Investigation: Interview and Testimony (R0208) | June 2019 | 70 Hours

CFI Trainer Residential Electrical Systems | April 2019 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Using Resources to Validate your Hypothesis | April 2019 | 2 Hours

CFI Trainer Charting Your Career Path In Fire Investigation | April 2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Motive, Means, and Opportunity: Determining Responsibility in an Arson Case | ​April 2019 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Investigating Fire and Explosion Incidents Involving a Line-of-Duty Death | February

2019 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Ethical Duties Beyond the Fire Scene | December 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Process of Elimination | December 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Basic Electricity | December 2018 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Digital Photography and the Fire Investigator | December 2018 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Ethics & Social Media | December 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Motor Vehicles: Transmission, Exhaust, Brake, and Accessory Systems | December ​2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Understanding Undetermined | December 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Fire Investigation for Fire Officers | December 2018 | 3 Hours

Fire Investigative Approaches (NC / SC IAAI Conference | October 2018 | 36 Hours

CFI Trainer Introduction to Youth-Set Fires | July 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Investigating Natural Gas Systems | July 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer NFPA 921 and 1033 2014 Editions: Important Revisions | July 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Residential Natural Gas Systems | July 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Thermometry, Heat, and Heat Transfer | July 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Vacant and Abandoned Buildings: Hazards and Solutions | July 2018 | 4 Hours

NFA Fire Investigation: Essentials (R0206) | February 2018 | 73 Hours

CFI Trainer Managing Complex Fire Scene Investigations | February 2018 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Postflashover Fires | February 2018 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Writing the Initial Origin and Cause Report | February 2018 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Explosion Dynamics | February 2018 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer How First Responders Impact the Fire Investigation | February 2018 | 2 Hours

NFA Youth Firesetter Program Manager (F0634) | May 2017 | 16 Hours

NFA Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist (F0633) | April 2017 | 16 Hours

Hands-On Vehicle Fire/Arson Investigation (PATC) | April 2017 | 20 Hours

CFI Trainer Accreditation, Certification, and Certificates | June 2016 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Arc Mapping Basics | June 2016 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Electrical Safety | June 2016 | 3 Hours

Prevention of and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents (EMRTC) | March 2016 | 36 Hours ​CFI Trainer MagneTek: A Case Study in The Daubert Challenge | February 2016 | 2 Hours

CFI Trainer The Impact of Ventilation in Building Structures on Fire Development | February ​2016 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Critical Thinking Solves Cases | February 2016 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Effective Investigation and Testimony | January 2016 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Search and Seizure | November 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Fire Investigator Scene Safety | November 2015 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Evidence Examination: What Happens at the Lab | October 2015 | 4 Hours

Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing (EMRTC) | September 2015 | 32 Hours

Fire Cause Determination for Company Officers (NFA) | September 2015 | 36 Hours

CFI Trainer DNA | September 2015 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Ethics and the Fire Investigator | September 2015 | 3 Hours

Arson Scene Search & Evidence Recovery (PATC) | May 2015 | 16 Hours

CFI Trainer Introduction to Fire Dynamics and Modeling | March 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Investigating Motor Vehicle Fires | March 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer The Scientific Method for Fire and Explosion Investigation | March 2015 | 3 Hours

Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders (NFA) | February 2015 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Documenting the Event | February 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Fire Protection Systems | February 2015 | 3 Hours

CFI Trainer Fundamentals of Interviewing | February 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Fundamentals of Residential Building Construction | February 2015 | 3 Hours ​CFI Trainer Introduction to Evidence | February 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer Investigating Fatal Fires | February 2015 | 4 Hours

CFI Trainer NFPA 1033 and Your Career | February 2015 | 2 Hours

CFI Trainer Physical Evidence at the Fire Scene | February 2015 | 4 Hours

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PERTAINING TO FIRE CODE ENFORCEMENT:

NC Fire Code Lockdown Plans | May 2023 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Basic Electrical 1 for Fire Marshals | May 2022 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Basic Electrical 2 for Fire Marshals | May 2022 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Basic Electrical 3 for Fire Marshals | May 2022 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Appendix B (2018) | May 2022 | 3 Hours

NC Fire Code 2019 Law and Admin Update | October 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Pyrotechnic Fusing | October 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Types of Sprinkler Systems and Hydraulic Calculations | October 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Photovoltaic (PV) and the Fire Prevention Code | October 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code New Fire Alarm Technologies | October 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Past Investigations | October 2021 | 2 Hours

NC Fire Code Chapter 160D | February 2021 | 6 Hours

NC Fire Code Mixed Use Occupancies | January 2021 | 2 Hours

NC Fire Code Boone CO Incident | January 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Crowd Manager Training | January 2021 | 1 Hour

NC Fire Code Existing Buildings | January 2021 | 2 Hours

NC Fire Code – 2018 Updates | January 2019 | 12 Hours

NCFMA Fire Alarm System Basics | May 2018 | 2 Hours

NCFMA Chapter 5 Review | May 2018 | 1 Hour

NCFMA Kitchen Hoods | May 2018 | 1 Hour

NCFMA NC Existing Building Code | May 2018 | 2 Hours

NCAFC Fire Prevention School Basic (General) | March 2018 | 12 Hours

NFPA 13D & 13R Residential Sprinkler Systems | November 2017 | 6 Hours

NC Fire Code – 2012 Changes | May 2016 | 6 Hours

School Inspections | June 2015 | 6 Hours

Crowd Manager Training – Management Staff | June 2015 | 1 Hour

High Piled Combustible Storage | April 2014 | 6 Hours

Means of Egress | June 2013 | 6 Hours

Fire Inspector Level III Class | March 2012 | 24 Hours

2012 Significant Changes to the 2012 NC Fire Code | June 2011 | 6 Hours

Fire Inspector Level II Class | March 2011 | 32 Hours

Fuel Dispensing Facilities | May 2010 | 6 Hours

Fire Inspector Level I Class | September 2008 | 32 Hours

Law & Administration Class | April 2008 | 16 Hours

MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES

International Association of Arson Investigators

North Carolina Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators

National Association of Fire Investigators

North Carolina Fire Marshal’s Association

North Carolina State Fireman’s Association

EXPERIENCE

Fire 4N6 LLC, Certified Fire Investigator, July 2022–present

• Investigate and study fire scenes, and examine homes, buildings, and vehicles to

determine the cause and origin of fire

• Speak with local authorities, property owners, and witnesses

• Investigate site, photograph, and collect evidence

• Create Cause & Origin report based on forensic findings and extensive technical

experience and certifications

• Provide expert testimony

• Subrogation investigation and work in conjunction with Fire 4N6 insurance

company clients to determine whether insurance fraud, neglect, or third-party

Cause & Origin

Lansing Fire Department, Battalion Chief, Lansing, Michigan,

April 1996 – December 2019 (Retired)

•Oversaw shift and department daily operations.

•Preplanned major community events.

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Reviewed and coordinated payroll and personnel time records.

International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 421

• Executive Board Representative for six years; Mediation Board

Representative for nine years

• Union Vice-President for one year, Union President for three years

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Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union (MPFFU) Member and Committee

member

Great Lakes Burn Camp: Counsellor for ten years, Vice-President of the board for

two years

American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO)

Member

• Operational Training: hazardous materials, high angle rescue, trench rescue,

confined space rescue, structural collapse, extrication, heavy rescue, incident

command system, forcible entry & ventilation.

Emergency Service Licensers:

• CPR certified for 30 years

• Emergency Medical Technician Basic EMT-B for 27 years

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