Upcoming Training
NTFIA April Meeting - Fire Investigator K9 Class
LOCATION: Irving and Grand Prairie Joint Fire Training Facility - 4850 North Belt Line Road, Irving, TX 75038
Captain Jason Martinson with the Lewisville Fire Department and his K9 partner, Celina, will be presenting at our April meeting. The presentation will be about an hour long. Captain Martinson will explain what he and Celina are able to do on a fire scene such as, how/why arson investigators would use K9s, what kind of training the K9s and handlers undergo, K9 resources in our area, reasons to call for an accelerant K9, what K9 handlers are looking for while on scene, how the handlers would like us to prepare the scene prior to their arrival, what kinds of scents the K9s can detect as well as what materials confuse them/can cause false positives, how to reference a K9 supplement in your report, what the K9 handler would be responsible for if your case were to go to court, as well as a question/answer session.
LLRMI Critical Evidence in Cell Phone Investigations
In this class the attendee will be instructed on the many different ways Cell Phones can be used in investigations. While many police officers have been using cell phones, many don’t know all of the ways that cell phones can help solve their crimes. Cell phones evidence can exist in many places, the records, the device, and even the cloud. And in a best case scenario, we will want to get all of that data and compare it. This course will cover all of those ways, explain how to get the evidence, preserve is, and prepare it for trial.
NTFIA Annual Poker Tournament
This will be our 1st Annual Poker Tournament, and we are very excited about this new fundraiser! We believe it will provide a fantastic opportunity for community engagement and support important initiatives. Your participation is vital, whether you want to be a sponsor, contestant, or simply a spectator enjoying the event. Join us as we come together for an evening of excitement, camaraderie, and fundraising for a worthy cause. Please sign up to be a part of this memorable event!
Investigating CAT Fires: Training and Panel Discussion
NICB Course
As Californians begin to rebuild following the devastating wildfires, NICB believes unprecedented levels of fraud will be attempted and/or committed. Join us for this panel discussion led by industry experts to gain valuable insights into the complex world of fire investigations, the varying forms of fraud that may occur during the fire recovery process, and the vital role NICB plays in protecting these at-risk communities.
NTFIA Monthly Meetings
This will be our normally scheduled monthly meeting. These occur on the third Wednesday of every month. This month our host will be Gather located at 207 E. Virginia St, McKinney TX.
Fire Investigation Scene Evidence Collection
CCFIA and NTFIA are proud to present our comprehensive Evidence Collection Course, designed to equip fire investigation professionals with the essential skills and knowledge required for effective evidence handling. This interactive, hands-on class will be held in a classroom setting, providing a collaborative learning environment for participants to gain practical experience.
Participants will learn the best practices and techniques for collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence at fire investigation scenes to ensure its integrity and admissibility in legal proceedings. Topics will include the identification of critical evidence types, proper chain of custody procedures, and the use of specialized tools and equipment in the field.