CVFI case studies
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The Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI) is one of the certification programs offered by the National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI), a non-profit association founded in 1961 and dedicated to advancing fire investigation training and knowledge for members worldwide. NAFI describes itself as a leader in fire and explosion investigator certifications and lists the CVFI alongside its Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) and Certified Fire Investigation Instructor (CFII) credentials. The CVFI case studies are 5 cases and about 2,745 words.
1Engine-Compartment Fire in a 2016 Sedan: Melted Aluminum and Beaded Copper
A 2016 four-door sedan with a 2.0 L turbocharged engine is found with fire damage confined to the engine compartment. The hood has a localized burn-through approximately 20 cm in diameter directly above the alternator.
597 words, about 3 min2Vehicle Fire and Propane Cylinder Explosion in a Detached Garage
A detached residential garage measuring 6 m by 7 m contains a 2018 sedan and a 20-lb propane cylinder used for a patio heater. The fire department reports an explosion that blew the garage door outward and lifted roof sheathing.
582 words, about 3 min3Arson Conclusion Based on 'No Accidental Cause Found'
A 2010 sedan is damaged by fire in the rear passenger area. The investigator, a certified fire investigator with 15 years of experience, examines the vehicle for 90 minutes.
508 words, about 3 min4Chain-of-Custody Gap and Overstated Laboratory Conclusion
A fire in a commercial box truck destroys the cargo area. The investigator collects a debris sample from the floor near the rear door and submits it to a laboratory.
521 words, about 3 min5Lithium-Ion Battery Fire and Re-Ignition in a 2022 EV
A 2022 battery-electric vehicle with a 75 kWh lithium-ion pack is involved in a collision with a concrete barrier. The battery pack is damaged, and a fire starts in the underbody.
537 words, about 3 min