Fire/Explosion Investigation Field Notes

Information

Case #
Location Search
Street Address
Date and Time of Incident
Type of Incident
Date of Initial Scene Examination
Lead Investigator
- Paul Ayres, 111
- Mike Taylor, 112
- Gabriel Cabrera, 113
- David Hartman, 114
- John Rotert, 115
- Brian Fine, 116
- Roger Kass, 117
- Bryan Brindley,118
Assisting Personnel
- None
- Paul Ayres, 111
- Mike Taylor, 112
- Gabriel Cabrera, 113
- David Hartman, 114
- Athena, 114K
- John Rotert, 115
- Brian Fine, 116
- Roger Kass, 117
- Bryan Brindley, 118
- Other
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Weather Conditions

Historical Weather Data

https://mesowest.utah.edu/cgi-bin/droman/meso_base_dyn.cgi?stn=ktrl
Screenshot of historical weather observations

Historical Weather Radar

https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/maps/radar/
UTC -5 (Spring - Fall)
UTC -6 (Fall-Spring)
Precipitation detected within 25 miles of incident location?
StrikeNet Report
https://www.wvs.corelogic.com/strikenet
Username: firemarshal@kaufmancounty.net
Password: Fire1234!
Does the StrikeNet Report place the incident location within the bounds of a lightning strike confidence ellipse?

Fire Weather

Is there a burn ban in effect?
https://twc.tamu.edu/tfd
Fire Danger Rating
https://twc.tamu.edu/kbdi
Screenshot of KBDI Summary
Screenshot of KBDI Interactive Map

Public Safety Agencies Involved

Primary fire department
- Able Springs FD
- Careflight (Ground)
- Careflight (Air)
- College Mound FD
- Combine FD
- Combine PD
- Crandall FD
- Crandall PD
- Elmo FD
- EOD - 301st Fighter Wing
- Forney FD
- Forney PD
- Garland Bomb Squad
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 1
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 2
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 3
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 4
- Kaufman County Office of Emergency Management
- Kaufman County Sheriff's Office
- Kaufman FD (City)
- Kaufman VFD
- Kaufman PD
- Kemp FD
- Kemp PD
- Life Air EVAC
- Mabank FD
- Mabank PD
- Mesquite Bomb Squad
- Rosser FD
- Scurry FD
- Terrell FD (City)
- Terrell VFD
- Terrell PD
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas DPS (Highway Patrol)
- Texas DPS (Rangers Division)
- Texas DPS (Air)
- Texas Game Wardens
- Texas State Fire Marshal's Office
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
- Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)
- Other
Primary law enforcement agency
- Able Springs FD
- Careflight (Ground)
- Careflight (Air)
- College Mound FD
- Combine FD
- Combine PD
- Crandall FD
- Crandall PD
- Elmo FD
- EOD - 301st Fighter Wing
- Forney FD
- Forney PD
- Garland Bomb Squad
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 1
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 2
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 3
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 4
- Kaufman County Office of Emergency Management
- Kaufman County Sheriff's Office
- Kaufman FD (City)
- Kaufman VFD
- Kaufman PD
- Kemp FD
- Kemp PD
- Life Air EVAC
- Mabank FD
- Mabank PD
- Mesquite Bomb Squad
- Rosser FD
- Scurry FD
- Terrell FD (City)
- Terrell VFD
- Terrell PD
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas DPS (Highway Patrol)
- Texas DPS (Rangers Division)
- Texas DPS (Air)
- Texas Game Wardens
- Texas State Fire Marshal's Office
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
- Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)
- Other
Primary EMS provider
- Able Springs FD
- Careflight (Ground)
- Careflight (Air)
- College Mound FD
- Combine FD
- Combine PD
- Crandall FD
- Crandall PD
- Elmo FD
- EOD - 301st Fighter Wing
- Forney FD
- Forney PD
- Garland Bomb Squad
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 1
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 2
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 3
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 4
- Kaufman County Office of Emergency Management
- Kaufman County Sheriff's Office
- Kaufman FD (City)
- Kaufman VFD
- Kaufman PD
- Kemp FD
- Kemp PD
- Life Air EVAC
- Mabank FD
- Mabank PD
- Mesquite Bomb Squad
- Rosser FD
- Scurry FD
- Terrell FD (City)
- Terrell VFD
- Terrell PD
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas DPS (Highway Patrol)
- Texas DPS (Rangers Division)
- Texas DPS (Air)
- Texas Game Wardens
- Texas State Fire Marshal's Office
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
- Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)
- Other
Assisting agencies
- Able Springs FD
- Careflight (Ground)
- Careflight (Air)
- College Mound FD
- Combine FD
- Combine PD
- Crandall FD
- Crandall PD
- Elmo FD
- EOD - 301st Fighter Wing
- Forney FD
- Forney PD
- Garland Bomb Squad
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 1
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 2
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 3
- Kaufman County Constable Pct. 4
- Kaufman County Office of Emergency Management
- Kaufman County Sheriff's Office
- Kaufman FD (City)
- Kaufman VFD
- Kaufman PD
- Kemp FD
- Kemp PD
- Life Air EVAC
- Mabank FD
- Mabank PD
- Mesquite Bomb Squad
- Rosser FD
- Scurry FD
- Terrell FD (City)
- Terrell VFD
- Terrell PD
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas DPS (Highway Patrol)
- Texas DPS (Rangers Division)
- Texas DPS (Air)
- Texas Game Wardens
- Texas State Fire Marshal's Office
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
- Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)
- Other
Total Personnel
# of Personally Owned Vehicles
# of Command Vehicles
# of Rescues/Squads
# of Brush Trucks
# of Engines
# of Tenders
# of Aerial Ladder Trucks
# of Dozers/Graders

Water Supply

Type
Location of the closest fire hydrant
Photo of the closest fire hydrant
Size of main
Outlet sizes
Estimated flow rate
Tank size
Tank location
Photo of the tank
Estimated flow rate
Location of dry hydrant
Photo of the dry hydrant
Outlet sizes
Estimated flow rate

People Involved

Involvement
- Owner
- Occupant
- Victim
- Person of Interest
- Suspect
- Witness
- Complainant
- Neighbor
- Firefighter
- Law enforcement officer
- EMT / paramedic
- Nurse
- Medical doctor
- Medicolegal death investigator
- Forensic anthropologist
- Forensic pathologist / medical examiner
- Coroner / justice of the peace
- Representative - electrical utilities
- Representative - propane utilities
- Representative - natural gas utilities
- Other
Method of Identification
Name
Race
- Asian
- Black
- Hispanic
- Middle Eastern
- Native American
- White
Sex
Date of Birth
ID/DL #
Type
Phone Number
Type
Email Address
Type
Address

Interviews

Date/Time of Interview
Enter each interviewed person's identifying information under "People Involved." Refer to their "Person #" in the question below.
Person #
Role
- Owner
- Occupant
- Victim
- Person of Interest
- Suspect
- Witness
- Complainant
- Neighbor
- Firefighter
- Law enforcement officer
- EMT / paramedic
- Nurse
- Medical doctor
- Medicolegal death investigator
- Forensic anthropologist
- Forensic pathologist / medical examiner
- Coroner / justice of the peace
- Representative - electrical utilities
- Representative - propane utilities
- Representative - natural gas utilities
- Other

Interview questions

What is your rank / position?
At what time was the fire department dispatched?
At what time did the first unit arrive on scene?
At what time was the fire under control?
At what time did the last fire department unit clear?
Was there anything that caused a delayed response or prevented the fire department from arriving as quickly as they normally would?
Who was the incident commander?
Which unit was the first unit to arrive on scene?
Who was the first fire officer to arrive on scene?
Which firefighter was on the nozzle?
Was smoke visible?
Where did you see smoke coming from?
Description of the smoke (color; density; turbulence)
Which direction was the smoke drifting?
- North
- Northeast
- East
- Southeast
- South
- Southwest
- West
- Northwest
Was fire visible?
Where did you see fire coming from?
Description of fire conditions (fuel items involved; fire behavior)
What was the status of the doors upon arrival (open/closed; locked/unlocked; forced entry)?
What was the status of the windows upon arrival (open/closed; locked/unlocked; broken/intact)?
Were electrical utilities turned off / disconnected by the fire department?
Who turned off / disconnected the electrical utilities?
Where were electrical utilities disconnected at in the system?
What was the status of the switch / circuit breaker before it was manipulated?
Were any fuel gas systems turned off / disconnected by the fire department?
Who turned off / disconnected the fuel gas system?
Where was the fuel gas system disconnected at?
What was the status of the valve before it was manipulated?
Was forcible entry made by the fire department?
Who forced entry?
Which door / window was forced?
What type of tool was used to force entry?
Did you hear smoke alarms while on scene?
Did you hear a security (burglar) alarm while on scene?
Where was the "seat" of the fire?
Were there any unconnected fires?
Where did you find unconnected fires?
Description of fire conditions (fuel items involved; fire behavior)
Describe the strategy and tactics used to fight the fire
Did any firefighter take pictures or video of the incident / scene?
Do any firefighters wear helmet cameras?
Did firefighters remove anything from the scene?
Did you notice anything out of place or suspicious at the scene?
Did you notice any people or vehicles leaving the scene?
Did you notice any familiar faces in the crowd or bystanders that seemed out of place?
Was there anyone being overly helpful or disruptive to firefighters upon arrival?
Did the fire department treat anyone for burn injuries?
Are you aware of any previous calls for service at this property (fires or otherwise)?
Was any firefighter injured or killed while responding, on scene, or returning from this incident?

Interview questions

Electrical utility provider
Work order # (for disconnection after fire)
Were there any power outages or surges affecting this property within the 24 hours leading up to the incident?
Are there any work orders associated with or affecting this property within the 24 hours leading up to the incident?
Were electrical utilities active immediately prior to and during the incident?
Is there a history of tampering or power theft at this property?
Is this property current on payments?
Is there any history of disconnection for non-payment?
Request records of power usage for the property.
How long have you owned this property / when was it purchased?
When was the property built / manufactured?
Is the property in regular / normal use?
How long has it been since the property was in regular / normal use?
Has the property been recently listed for sale?
Where was it listed?
What was the asking price?
Why was it for sale?
Are you responsible for utility services to the property?
What utilities are available to the property?
- Water
- Electricity
- Natural Gas
- Propane Gas
- Other
Water utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the water utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Electricity utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the electric utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Natural gas utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the natural gas utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Propane gas utility provider
When was the propane tank last filled?
Status at the time of the incident
When was the propane gas utility disconnected?
Utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Was the property secured / locked?
Have there been any recent changes, renovations, modifications, alterations, additions, or repairs?
Who performed the work (name, phone)?
Do you have any documentation associated with this work (receipts, invoices, contracts, etc.)?
Are there any known electrical, mechanical, utility, or appliance problems?
What were those problems?
Were those problems fixed / repaired?
Who performed the repairs (name, phone)?
When was the work completed?
Do you have any documentation associated with this work (receipts, invoices, contracts, etc.)?
Is there a surveillance or security system on the property?
Is it cloud-based or recorded to a DVR?
Who is the service provider for the surveillance / security system?
What date and time did the fire / explosion occur?
When was the last time you were at / on / in the property before the fire / explosion?
Who was the last person at / on / in the property?
Was anyone at / on the property when the fire / explosion occurred?
Who discovered the fire / explosion (name, phone)?
Who reported the fire / explosion to 911 (name, phone)?
How did you become aware of the fire / explosion?
Where were you and what were you doing when you became aware of the fire / explosion?
What actions did you take after becoming aware of the fire / explosion?
What observations did you make about the fire / explosion (see, hear, smell, or feel)?
Where were you when you made those observations?
Did you or anyone you know take pictures or videos of the fire / explosion?
What were you doing the last time you were at / on / in the property?
Did you notice anything out of the ordinary / atypical?
Who has access to the property?
Is there a hidden key or other readily available access to the property?
Have you experienced any evictions, criminal activity, conflicts with neighbors, friends, or family?
Are there any fire protection systems installed at the property?
Have you experienced any problems with these systems?
Is there any reason these systems would be disconnected or disabled?
When was the last time the system was maintained?
Have you ever experienced a fire at your properties in the past?
Discuss the area(s) of origin with the owner. Ask what potential ignition sources were located in the area(s) of origin.
What potential ignition sources were located in the area(s) of origin?
- Smoking materials
- Illicit drugs
- Candles
- Scented wax
- Incense
- Discarded matches
- Stove top
- Oven
- Grill
- Smoker
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Air fryer
- Coffee maker
- Blender / mixer
- Dishwasher
- Clothes dryer
- Recently dried clothes
- Pile of oily clothes / rags
- Clothes iron
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Central HVAC
- Split-unit air conditioner
- Window-unit air conditioner
- Portable air conditioner
- Fan
- Space heater
- Heat lamp
- Fireplace
- Fire pit
- Alkaline batteries
- Lithium-ion batteries
- Chargers
- Cell phone
- Computer
- Laptop
- Tablet
- Television
- Speakers
- Sound bar
- Printer
- Copier
- Scanner
- Paper shredder
- Light fixture
- Lamp
- Incandescent light bulb
- CFL light bulb
- Fluorescent tube
- LED light bulb
- Halogen light bulb
- Extension cord
- Power tap
- Surge protector
- Hair dryer
- Hair straightener
- Hair curling iron
- Humidifier
- Dehumidifier
- CPAP machine
- Oxygen generator
- Motorized wheelchair
- Electric power tools
- Gas powered tools
- Lawn mower
- Weed eater
- Welding
- Grinding
- Hot work
- Water heater
- Garage door opener
- Outdoor burning
- Fireworks
- Lightning strikes
- Power lines down
- Other
- Chargers
Was the ignition source purchased new or used?
When was the ignition source purchased?
Where was the ignition source purchased from?
Have there been any recent modifications, alterations, repairs, etc. to the ignition source?
Have there been any recent issues with the ignition source?
Was the ignition source operating at the time of the fire / explosion?
What fuel items / packages are believed to be in the area(s) of origin?
Is there any reason that an ignitable liquid would be found in the area(s) of origin?
When did you move to this property / how long have you stayed at this property?
Is the property in regular / normal use?
How long has it been since the property was in regular / normal use?
Has the property been recently listed for sale?
Where was it listed?
What was the asking price?
Why was it for sale?
Are you responsible for utility services to the property?
What utilities are available to the property?
- Water
- Electricity
- Natural Gas
- Propane Gas
- Other
Water utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the water utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Electricity utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the electric utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Natural gas utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the natural gas utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Propane gas utility provider
When was the propane tank last filled?
Status at the time of the incident
When was the propane gas utility disconnected?
Utility provider
Monthly payment
Status at the time of the incident
When was the utility disconnected?
Is there a history of disconnection for non-payment?
Was the property secured / locked?
Have there been any recent changes, renovations, modifications, alterations, additions, or repairs?
Who performed the work (name, phone)?
Do you have any documentation associated with this work (receipts, invoices, contracts, etc.)?
Are there any known electrical, mechanical, utility, or appliance problems?
What were those problems?
Were those problems fixed / repaired?
Who performed the repairs (name, phone)?
When was the work completed?
Do you have any documentation associated with this work (receipts, invoices, contracts, etc.)?
Is there a surveillance or security system on the property?
Is it cloud-based or recorded to a DVR?
Who is the service provider for the surveillance / security system?
What date and time did the fire / explosion occur?
When was the last time you were at / on / in the property before the fire / explosion?
Who was the last person at / on / in the property?
Was anyone at / on the property when the fire / explosion occurred?
Who discovered the fire / explosion (name, phone)?
Who reported the fire / explosion to 911 (name, phone)?
How did you become aware of the fire / explosion?
Where were you and what were you doing when you became aware of the fire / explosion?
What actions did you take after becoming aware of the fire / explosion?
What observations did you make about the fire / explosion (see, hear, smell, or feel)?
Where were you when you made those observations?
Did you or anyone you know take pictures or videos of the fire / explosion?
What were you doing the last time you were at / on / in the property?
Did you notice anything out of the ordinary / atypical?
Who has access to the property?
Is there a hidden key or other readily available access to the property?
Have you experienced any evictions, criminal activity, conflicts with neighbors, friends, or family?
Are there any fire protection systems installed at the property?
Have you experienced any problems with these systems?
Is there any reason these systems would be disconnected or disabled?
When was the last time the system was maintained?
Have you ever experienced a fire at your properties in the past?
Discuss the area(s) of origin with the owner. Ask what potential ignition sources were located in the area(s) of origin.
What potential ignition sources were located in the area(s) of origin?
- Smoking materials
- Illicit drugs
- Candles
- Scented wax
- Incense
- Discarded matches
- Stove top
- Oven
- Grill
- Smoker
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Air fryer
- Coffee maker
- Blender / mixer
- Dishwasher
- Clothes dryer
- Recently dried clothes
- Pile of oily clothes / rags
- Clothes iron
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Central HVAC
- Split-unit air conditioner
- Window-unit air conditioner
- Portable air conditioner
- Fan
- Space heater
- Heat lamp
- Fireplace
- Fire pit
- Alkaline batteries
- Lithium-ion batteries
- Chargers
- Cell phone
- Computer
- Laptop
- Tablet
- Television
- Speakers
- Sound bar
- Printer
- Copier
- Scanner
- Paper shredder
- Light fixture
- Lamp
- Incandescent light bulb
- CFL light bulb
- Fluorescent tube
- LED light bulb
- Halogen light bulb
- Extension cord
- Power tap
- Surge protector
- Hair dryer
- Hair straightener
- Hair curling iron
- Humidifier
- Dehumidifier
- CPAP machine
- Oxygen generator
- Motorized wheelchair
- Electric power tools
- Gas powered tools
- Lawn mower
- Weed eater
- Welding
- Grinding
- Hot work
- Water heater
- Garage door opener
- Outdoor burning
- Fireworks
- Lightning strikes
- Power lines down
- Other
- Chargers
Was the ignition source purchased new or used?
When was the ignition source purchased?
Where was the ignition source purchased from?
Have there been any recent modifications, alterations, repairs, etc. to the ignition source?
Have there been any recent issues with the ignition source?
Was the ignition source operating at the time of the fire / explosion?
What fuel items / packages are believed to be in the area(s) of origin?
Is there any reason that an ignitable liquid would be found in the area(s) of origin?
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Miranda Warning

1) You have the right to remain silent and not make any statement at all and any statement you make may be used against you at your trial.
2) Any statement you make may be used as evidence against you in court.
3) You have the right to have a lawyer present to advise you prior to and during any questioning.
4) If you are unable to employ a lawyer, you have the right to have a lawyer appointed to advise you prior to and during any questioning.
5) You have the right to terminate the interview at any time.
Time Given
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Identifying information

Name
Rank / position
Phone number
Email address

Interview questions

At what time was law enforcement dispatched?
At what time did the first unit arrive on scene?
At what time did the last law enforcement unit clear?
Was there anything that caused a delayed response or prevented the law enforcement from arriving as quickly as they normally would?
Which unit / law enforcement officer was the first to arrive on scene?
Is there dash camera video of the response and time on scene?
Is there body camera video of the response and time on scene?
Did any law enforcement officer take cell phone pictures or video of the incident / scene?
What actions did you take once you arrived on scene?
Was smoke visible?
Where did you see smoke coming from?
Description of the smoke (color; density; turbulence)
Which direction was the smoke drifting?
- North
- Northeast
- East
- Southeast
- South
- Southwest
- West
- Northwest
Was fire visible?
Where did you see fire coming from?
Description of fire conditions (fuel items involved; fire behavior)
What was the status of the doors upon arrival (open/closed; locked/unlocked; forced entry)?
What was the status of the windows upon arrival (open/closed; locked/unlocked; broken/intact)?
Was forcible entry made by any law enforcement officer?
Who forced entry?
Which door / window was forced?
What type of tool was used to force entry?
Did you hear smoke alarms while on scene?
Did you hear a security (burglar) alarm while on scene?
Were there any unconnected fires?
Where did you find unconnected fires?
Description of fire conditions (fuel items involved; fire behavior)
Did any law enforcement officer remove anything from the scene or collect any evidence?
Did you notice anything out of place or suspicious at the scene?
Did you notice any people or vehicles leaving the scene?
Did you notice any familiar faces in the crowd or bystanders that seemed out of place?
Was there anyone being overly helpful or disruptive to firefighters upon arrival?
Are you aware of any previous calls for service at this property (fires or otherwise)?
Was any law enforcement officer injured or killed while responding, on scene, or returning from this incident?
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Right of Entry

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Right of Entry
- Exigent circumstances
- Consent to search
- 18.05 - Administrative search warrant
- 18.02 - Evidentiary search warrant
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Property Involved

Did the fire originate at this structure or was it an exposure?
- Fire originated on this property
- This property was an exposure

Location

Location search
Physical address (include building/apartment/room number if relevant)
Closest cross streets
KCAD Parcel ID
https://esearch.kaufman-cad.org/
Aerial image or map of the property
https://earth.google.com/web/
Is this structure located inside an incorporated city or town?
https://gis.kaufmancounty.net/portal/home/

Occupancy Information

Is any portion of this structure adapted for the overnight accommodation of persons?
Is the property a place of assembly or worship?
Occupancy Classification
- Mixed Use
- A-1 (Theaters, Studios, Concert Halls)
- A-2 (Restaurants, Bars, Nightclubs)
- A-3 (Worship, Recreation, Amusement)
- A-4 (Indoor Sporting Facilities)
- A-5 (Outdoor Sporting Facilities)
- B (Business)
- E (Educational; K-12)
- F-1 (Moderate Hazard Industrial)
- F-2 (Low Hazard Industrial)
- H-1 (Detonation Hazard)
- H-2 (Deflagration Hazard)
- H-3 (Physical Hazard)
- H-4 (Health Hazard)
- H-5 (Hazardous Production Materials)
- I-1 (Custodial Care; <16; 24/7)
- I-2 (Medical; >3; 24/7; No Self Preservation)
- I-3 (>5 Incarcerated Individuals)
- I-4 (Custodial; >4; <24 hrs)
- M (Mercantile/Retail)
- R-1 (Transient)
- R-2 (Apartments; Multi-Family)
- R-3 (Permanent; 1- or 2- Family)
- R-4 (Custodial; 5 < people < 16; 24/7)
- S-1 (Moderate Hazard Storage)
- S-2 (Low Hazard Storage)
- U (Utility / Miscellaneous
Occupant Status
Building Status

Building history

Year built
Pertinent building history (renovations, repairs, modifications, alterations, etc.)

Building construction

General construction details

Construction type
- Type I (Fire Resistive)
- Type II (Non-combustible)
- Type III (Ordinary)
- Type IV (Heavy Timber)
- Type V (Wood Frame)
Frame design
- Platform Frame
- Plank and Beam
- Post and Frame
- Truss Frame
- Balloon Frame
- Log Cabin
Square footage
Building height (AGL)
# of stories / floors
# of units

Foundation system

Foundation type
- Basement
- Crawl space
- Pier/pile and beam
- Concrete slab
- Other
Foundation materials
- Concrete
- Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU)
- Brick
- Treated Wood
- Steel
- Other

Load bearing system

Materials used in load bearing walls and columns
- Wood logs
- Wood timber
- Solid sawn lumber
- Glue-laminated timber (glulam)
- Cross-laminated timber (CLT)
- Laminated veneer lumber (LVL)
- Parallel strand lumber (PSL)
- Oriented strand lumber (OSL)
- Brick
- Stone
- Concrete masonry unit (CMU)
- Cast-in-place concrete
- Pre-cast concrete
- Reinforced concrete
- Cast iron
- Steel L-shape (angle)
- Steel T-shape
- Steel C-shape (channel)
- Steel tube (square or rectangular)
- Steel pipe (round or circular)
- Steel W-shape (rolled)
- Steel W-shape (welded plates)
- Steel cruciform (four angles)
- Steel box (welded plates)
- Other
Provide description, location, spacing, orientation, and dimensions of load bearing walls and columns.
Materials used in beams and trusses
- Wood logs
- Wood timber
- Solid sawn lumber
- Light-weight wood truss
- Wood I-joist (closed web)
- Wood I-joist (open web)
- Glue-laminated timber (glulam)
- Cross-laminated timber (CLT)
- Laminated veneer lumber (LVL)
- Laminated strand lumber (LSL)
- Parallel strand lumber (PSL)
- Oriented strand lumber (OSL)
- Cast-in-place concrete
- Pre-cast concrete
- Reinforced concrete
- Steel tube (square or rectangular)
- Steel pipe (round or circular)
- Steel W-shape (rolled)
- Steel W-shape (welded plates)
- Steel box (welded plates)
- Steel castellated beams
- Steel truss (open web)
- Other
Provide description, location, spacing, orientation, and dimensions of beams and trusses.
Photo of the elevation
Direction the elevation faces
- North
- Northeast
- East
- Southeast
- South
- Southwest
- West
- Northwest
Exterior elevation sheathing
- Wood logs
- Wood boards
- Plywood siding panels
- Oriented strand board (OSB)
- Wood shingle siding
- Wood shake siding
- Vinyl siding
- Aluminum siding
- Corrugated / sheet metal
- Insulated metal panels (IMP)
- Glass block
- Glass curtain wall
- Stucco
- Adobe
- Rammed-earth
- Structural clay tile
- Stone
- Brick
- Concrete masonry unit (CMU)
- Composite masonry
- Cement fiber board
- Site-poured concrete
- Pre-cast concrete
- Cast iron
- Other
Type
Door height (floor to top of door)
Header height (top of door to ceiling)
Door width (stud to stud)
Location (distance to / from adjacent walls)
Door material
- Wood
- Vinyl
- Fiberglass
- Aluminum
- Steel
- Glass
- Other
Door design
- Solid
- Hollow-core
- Flush
- Vision / glass insert
- Narrow light
- Vision / louvered
- Louvered insert
- Full-louvered
- Full-glass
- Other
Door operation
- Single swinging
- Double swinging
- Bypass sliding
- Pocket sliding
- Surface sliding
- Overhead
- Coiling
- Revolving
- Folding
- Other
Door hardware
- Knob
- Handle / lever
- Push bar
- Self-closing device
- Hold-open device
- Other
Locking mechanism
- Keyed
- Electronic access control
- Thumb latch
- Dead bolt
- Magnetic lock
- Other
Is the door fire rated?
Provide pertinent details, such as the rating, design standard, fusible links, magnetic releases, and any issues with self-closing and latching.
Photo(s)
Sill height (floor to bottom of window)
Window height (sill to header)
Header height (top of window to ceiling)
Window width (stud to stud)
Window inset depth (interior wall to frame)
Location (distance to / from adjacent walls)
Window frame material
- Wood
- Vinyl
- Aluminum
- Fiberglass
- Composite
- Other
Windowpanes
- Single pane
- Double pane
- Triple pane
- Reinforced
- Glass block
- Other
Window design
- Flush
- Bay
- Bow
- Garden
- Skylight
- Other
Window operation
- Fixed picture
- Casement
- Awning
- Hopper
- Sliding
- Single-hung
- Double-hung
- Jalousie
- Pivoting
- Folding
- Other
Is the window fire rated?
Provide pertinent details, such as the rating, design standard, etc.
Type
Photo(s)
Photo(s)
Dimensions
Location
Photo(s)

Roof system

Roof Style
- Flat
- Shed / single-pitch
- Saltbox
- Gable
- Box gable
- Dutch gable
- Jerkinhead
- Hip
- Hip and valley
- Mansard
- Gambrel
- A-frame
- Curved / arched
- Dome
- Conical
- Hexagonal
- Butterfly
- Monitor
- Sawtooth
- Other
Guide to Roof Types
Height of the roof ridge (highest point)
Height of the eaves (lowest point)
Roof decking material
- Wood plank
- Plywood
- Oriented strand board (OSB)
- Corrugated metal
- Other
Roof sheathing
- Wood shingles
- Wood shakes
- Asphalt shingles
- Fiberglass shingles
- Composition shingles
- Slate shingles
- Tile
- Corrugated / sheet metal
- Rigid foam and membrane
- Tar and gravel
- Fiber cement panel
- Vegetated
- Other
Soffit depth
Dimensions of soffit vent
Photo of soffit vent
Distance between soffit vents
Type
Dimensions
Photo
Type
Dimensions
Photo

Flooring

Sub-flooring
- Wood plank
- Plywood
- Oriented strand board (OSB)
- Concrete
- Fiber cement board
- Other
Floor finish
- Wood planks
- Laminate
- Vinyl
- Tile
- Carpet
- Other

Interior walls

Interior wall structure
- Wood stud
- Light-gauge steel stud
- Concrete masonry unit (CMU)
- Other
Total thickness of interior wall
Interior wall finish
- Gypsum board
- Fiber cement board
- Wood panel
- Shiplap
- Plaster and lath
- Ceramic tile
- Other
Thickness of interior wall finish

Interior ceilings

Interior ceiling finish
- Gypsum board
- Cement fiber board
- Wood panel
- Shiplap
- Plaster and lath
- Ceramic tile
- Acoustical tile
- Other
Thickness of interior ceiling finish
Interior ceiling height

Insulating materials

Type
- Batt insulation
- Spray-in foam
- Blow-in cellulose
- Foam board
- Radiant barrier
- Other
Type
- Ladder
- Stairs
- Ramp
- Escalator
- Elevator
- Other
Location, orientation, design, and construction materials
Photo

Building Services, Systems, and Appliances

Type
- Public electrical utilities
- Electrical distribution panel
- Generator
- Solar panels
- Wind turbine
- Battery storage system
- Extension cord from adjacent property
- Propane
- Natural gas
- Fuel Fired Appliance
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Ventilation system
- Mechanical refrigeration
- Commercial kitchen hood
- Commercial kitchen cooking oil storage
- Hyperbaric chamber
- Security system
- Other
Electrical utility provider
Distribution lines
Fuse cutout status
Pole #
Transformer #
Transformer type
Transformer rating (kVA)
Service-entrance (SE) cable route
Describe the markings on the service-entrance (SE) cable
Is there any damage to the SE cable insulation?
Is the damage from the fire?
Is there any evidence of a floating neutral?
Meter socket status
Wire padlock #
Is there any evidence of tampering at the meter socket?
Meter #
Meter type
Meter Location
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details

Service provider

Service provider
Phone number

Propane tank

Tank type
Serial number
Tank manufacturer
Manufacture date
Tank size / water capacity
Tank length (OL)
Tank diameter (OD)
Surface area
Head thickness
Shell thickness
Head design (HD)
% volume
Maximum allowable pressure
At (temp)
Did relief valve activate during the fire?
Is the tank properly bonded and grounded?

Distribution system

Main valve position
Regulator brand and model
Normal operating pressure
Distribution system
Is the distribution system properly bonded and grounded?
Was the system pressure tested?
Were there any leaks in the system?
Pipe size
Orifice size
Height above the floor
Type
Location
Position
Describe the portion of the system or appliance isolated by this valve
Type
- Stove
- Oven
- Stove / oven
- Clothes dryer
- Water heater
- Furnace
- Other
Location
Position of control valve(s)
- Open
- Partially open / closed
- Close
- Unknown
Describe any pertinent information about this appliance

Service provider

Service provider
Phone number

Distribution system

Main valve position
Regulator brand and model
Normal operating pressure
Distribution system
Is the distribution system properly bonded and grounded?
Was the system pressure tested?
Were there any leaks in the system?
Pipe size
Orifice size
Height above the floor
Type
Location
Position
Describe the portion of the system or appliance isolated by this valve
Type
- Stove
- Oven
- Stove / oven
- Clothes dryer
- Water heater
- Furnace
- Other
Location
Position of control valve(s)
- Open
- Partially open / closed
- Close
- Unknown
Describe any pertinent information about this appliance
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details
Details

Main disconnect

Disconnect location
Brand of the disconnect
Type of disconnect
Type of overcurrent protection
Amperage rating
Status of overcurrent protection device
Describe any markings on the overcurrent protection device
Is there any evidence of thermal damage to the overcurrent protection device?
Is there any evidence of mechanical or impact damage to the overcurrent protection device?
Is there any evidence of electrical arcing at the disconnect, overcurrent protection device, or associated components?

Distribution panel

Panel name / number / identifier
Panel location
Panel brand
Panel type
# of slot
Year of installation
Is the panel properly grounded?
Is there evidence of thermal damage to the distribution panel?
Is there evidence of mechanical or impact damage to the distribution panel?
Is there evidence of electrical arcing at the distribution panel?
Circuit name / number / identifier
Type of overcurrent protection
- Edison fuse
- Type S fuse
- Cartridge fuse
- Standard single-pole
- Standard double-pole
- GFCI
- AFCI
- Other
Brand
Amperage rating
Status
Describe what the circuit provides electricity to
Describe any markings on the conductors leaving the overcurrent protection

Fire Service Features

Type
- Fire Apparatus Access Road
- Knox Box
- Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System
Width of the fire apparatus access road
Photo of fire apparatus access road markings
Was the fire apparatus access road obstructed at the time of the fire?
Location of the Knox Box
Contents of the Knox Box
System details

Fire Protection Systems

Type
- Wet Fire Sprinkler System
- Dry Fire Sprinkler System
- Anti-Freeze Fire Sprinkler System
- Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler System
- Deluge Fire Sprinkler System
- Wet Chemical Fire Suppression System
- Dry Chemical Fire Suppression System
- Foam Fire Suppression System
- Carbon Dioxide Fire Suppression System
- Halon Fire Suppression System
- Clean-Agent Fire Suppression System
- Water Mist Fire Suppression System
- Aerosol Fire Suppression System
- Class I Standpipe
- Class II Standpipe
- Class III Standpipe
- Portable Fire Extinguisher
- Fire Alarm and Detection System
- Emergency Voice / Alarm Communication System
- Emergency Alarm System (Hazardous Occupancies)
- Smoke Control System
- Smoke and Heat Removal System
- Explosion Control
- Fire Department Connection
- Fire Pump
- Carbon Monoxide Detection System
- Gas Detection System
- Fire partition
- Fire barrier
- Fire wall
- Fire-rated door
- Fire-rated window
- Draft-stopping
- Fire-stopping
- Intumescent coating
- Smoke damper (fire alarm relay)
- Fire damper (fusible link)
- Other
Details (location, orientation, rating, design standards, and construction materials)

Mortgage, Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Is the property subject to a mortgage, loan, lien, or security interest?
Type
- Mortgage
- Loan
- Lien
- Security Interest
- Arrears
- Other
Company / Lien Holder Name
Company Address
Company Phone #
Account #
Total Amount
Monthly Payment
Remaining Balance
Are you current on payments / do you owe arrears?
Are property taxes current and paid?

Insurance Information

Is the property insured against damages?
Insurance Company
Policy #
Policy Start Date
Policy End Date
Coverage Amounts
Deductable
Insurance Agent Name
Insurance Agent Phone Number
Recent changes to the policy?
Has a claim been filed?
Adjuster Name
Adjuster Phone Number
Has a private investigator been assigned?
Private Investigator Name
Private Investigator Phone Number

Code Compliance

Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Code(s) in effect at time of construction / significant improvement
Civil and architectural plans
Records of inspections and acceptance testing
Were any potential code violations observed during the scene examination?

TCIC / NCIC Results

Reported Stolen?

Damage Assessment

Brief Description of Damage
Photographs
Did the fire originate at this vehicle or was it an exposure?
- Fire originated on this property
- This property was an exposure

Location

Location search
Physical address (include building/apartment/room number if relevant)
Direction of travel (front of vehicle)
- North
- Northeast
- East
- Southeast
- South
- Southwest
- West
- Northwest
Closest cross streets
Aerial image or map of the incident location
https://earth.google.com/web/
Was this vehicle located inside an incorporated city or town?
https://gis.kaufmancounty.net/portal/home/
Was the vehicle removed / towed from the scene?
Towing service provider
Towing service phone number
Storage location
Tow operator's signature

Vehicle Description

Vehicle Type
- Motorcycle
- Passenger Car
- SUV
- Pick-up Truck
- Trailer
- Semi-Truck
- Recreational Vehicle
- Bus
- Boat
- Train
- Plane
Is any portion of this vehicle or connected vehicles adapted for the overnight accommodation of persons?
License Plate Number
State
Plate Year/Registration
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Year
Make
Model
Color

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Is the property subject to a loan, lien, or security interest?
Type
- Mortgage
- Loan
- Lien
- Security Interest
- Arrears
- Other
Company / Lien Holder Name
Company Address
Company Phone #
Account #
Total Amount
Monthly Payment
Remaining Balance
Are you current on payments / do you owe arrears?

Insurance Information

Is the property insured against damages?
Insurance Company
Policy #
Policy Start Date
Policy End Date
Coverage Amounts
Deductable
Insurance Agent Name
Insurance Agent Phone Number
Recent changes to the policy?
Has a claim been filed?
Adjuster Name
Adjuster Phone Number
Has a private investigator been assigned?
Private Investigator Name
Private Investigator Phone Number

TCIC / NCIC Results

Reported Stolen?

Damage Assessment

Is there evidence that the vehicle was involved in a collision?
Brief Description of Damage
Photographs
Did the fire originate at this mobile equipment or was it an exposure?
- Fire originated on this property
- This property was an exposure

Location

Location search
Physical address (include building/apartment/room number if relevant)
Direction of travel (front of mobile equipment)
- North
- Northeast
- East
- Southeast
- South
- Southwest
- West
- Northwest
Closest cross streets
Aerial image or map of the incident location
https://earth.google.com/web/
Was this mobile equipment located inside an incorporated city or town?
https://gis.kaufmancounty.net/portal/home/
Was the mobile equipment removed from the scene?
Towing service
Towing service phone number
Storage location
Tow operator's signature

Mobile Equipment Description

Mobile Equipment Type
- Forklift / Lift Truck
- Telehandler
- Grader
- Scraper
- Compactor
- Paver
- Bull Dozer
- Skid Steer
- Loader
- Back Hoe
- Trencher
- Excavator
- Dump Truck
- Tracked Flatbed Truck
- Grapple Truck
- Garbage Truck
- Feller Buncher
- Crawler Drill
- Pile Boring Machine
- Pile Driving Machine
- Crane
License Plate Number
State
Plate Year/Registration
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Year
Make
Model
Color

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Is the property subject to a loan, lien, or security interest?
Type
- Mortgage
- Loan
- Lien
- Security Interest
- Arrears
- Other
Company / Lien Holder Name
Company Address
Company Phone #
Account #
Total Amount
Monthly Payment
Remaining Balance
Are you current on payments / do you owe arrears?

Insurance Information

Is the property insured against damages?
Insurance Company
Policy #
Policy Start Date
Policy End Date
Coverage Amounts
Deductable
Insurance Agent Name
Insurance Agent Phone Number
Recent changes to the policy?
Has a claim been filed?
Adjuster Name
Adjuster Phone Number
Has a private investigator been assigned?
Private Investigator Name
Private Investigator Phone Number

TCIC / NCIC Results

Reported Stolen?

Damage Assessment

Brief Description of Damage
Photographs
Did the fire originate at this stationary equipment / machinery or was it an exposure?
- Fire originated on this property
- This property was an exposure

Location

Location search
Physical address (include building/apartment/room number if relevant)
Closest cross streets
Aerial image or map of the incident location
https://earth.google.com/web/
Was this stationary equipment / machiner located inside an incorporated city or town?
https://gis.kaufmancounty.net/portal/home/

Stationary Equipment / Machinery Description

Stationary Equipment / Machinery Type
Manufacture Date
Manufacturer
Model

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Is the property subject to a loan, lien, or security interest?
Type
- Mortgage
- Loan
- Lien
- Security Interest
- Arrears
- Other
Company / Lien Holder Name
Company Address
Company Phone #
Account #
Total Amount
Monthly Payment
Remaining Balance
Are you current on payments / do you owe arrears?

Insurance Information

Is the property insured against damages?
Insurance Company
Policy #
Policy Start Date
Policy End Date
Coverage Amounts
Deductable
Insurance Agent Name
Insurance Agent Phone Number
Recent changes to the policy?
Has a claim been filed?
Adjuster Name
Adjuster Phone Number
Has a private investigator been assigned?
Private Investigator Name
Private Investigator Phone Number

TCIC / NCIC Results

Reported Stolen?

Damage Assessment

Brief Description of Damage
Photographs
Did the fire originate on this open space land or was it an exposure?
- Fire originated on this property
- This property was an exposure

Location

Location search
Physical address (include building/apartment/room number if relevant)
Closest cross streets
Aerial image or map of the incident location
https://earth.google.com/web/
Is this open space land located inside an incorporated city or town?
https://gis.kaufmancounty.net/portal/home/

Open Space Land Description

Fuel Description
- (GR) Grass Fuels
- (GS) Grass / Shrub Fuels
- (SH) Shrub Fuels
- (TU) Timber Understory Fuels
- (TL) Timber Litter Fuels
- (SB) Slash / Blow Down Fuels
Is this property used for agricultural purposes?

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Is the property subject to a loan, lien, or security interest?
Type
- Mortgage
- Loan
- Lien
- Security Interest
- Arrears
- Other
Company / Lien Holder Name
Company Address
Company Phone #
Account #
Total Amount
Monthly Payment
Remaining Balance
Are you current on payments / do you owe arrears?

Insurance Information

Is the property insured against damages?
Insurance Company
Policy #
Policy Start Date
Policy End Date
Coverage Amounts
Deductable
Insurance Agent Name
Insurance Agent Phone Number
Recent changes to the policy?
Has a claim been filed?
Adjuster Name
Adjuster Phone Number
Has a private investigator been assigned?
Private Investigator Name
Private Investigator Phone Number

Damage Assessment

Brief Description of Damage
Photographs
Did the fire originate at this property or was it an exposure?
- Fire originated on this property
- This property was an exposure

Location

Location search
Physical address (include building/apartment/room number if relevant)
Closest cross streets
Aerial image or map of the incident location
https://earth.google.com/web/
Was this property located inside an incorporated city or town?
https://gis.kaufmancounty.net/portal/home/

Property Description

Property Description

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Is the property subject to a loan, lien, or security interest?
Type
- Mortgage
- Loan
- Lien
- Security Interest
- Arrears
- Other
Company / Lien Holder Name
Company Address
Company Phone #
Account #
Total Amount
Monthly Payment
Remaining Balance
Are you current on payments / do you owe arrears?

Insurance Information

Is the property insured against damages?
Insurance Company
Policy #
Policy Start Date
Policy End Date
Coverage Amounts
Deductable
Insurance Agent Name
Insurance Agent Phone Number
Recent changes to the policy?
Has a claim been filed?
Adjuster Name
Adjuster Phone Number
Has a private investigator been assigned?
Private Investigator Name
Private Investigator Phone Number

TCIC / NCIC Results

Reported Stolen?

Damage Assessment

Brief Description of Damage
Photographs

Scene Examination

Type of Incident
- Fire
- Bomb Threat
- Suspicious Package / Destructive Device
- Explosion
- Other
Task List
- Security Assessment
- Safety Assessment
- Aerial Photographs (UAS or Aerial Ladder)
- Exterior Documented
- Utilities Documented
- Fire Service Features Documented
- Building Systems Documented
- Fire Protection Systems Documented
- Interior Documented
- Ventilation Openings Documented
- Analysis of Fire Effects / Patterns
- Excavation / Reconstruction of Area of Origin
- Alternative Oxidizers Documented
- Fuel Items / Packages / Loads Documented
- Ignitions Sources Documented
- Canine Utilized
- Evidence Preserved
- Evidence Collected
- Diagram / Matterport Scans
- Witnesses Interviewed
- First Responders Interviewed
- Digital Media Collected
- Relevant Records Requested / Obtained
Describe scene security / integrity (right of entry, entry log, access points, barrier tape, police presence, no trespass signs, boarded up, etc.).
Describe the safety assessment (weather conditions, structural integrity, utilities secured, air monitoring, PPE, hazardous materials, etc.).
Describe the exterior examination (exposures, curtilage, fire effects / patterns on exterior surfaces, fire dynamics, etc.).
Describe the interior examination (fire effects / patterns on interior surfaces, fire dynamics, description of contents, etc.).
Describe the area of origin (location, measurements, fire effects / patterns, fire dynamics, ventilation openings, excavation, reconstruction, etc.).
Describe the fuel items, competent ignitions sources, and oxidizers in the area of origin.
Describe additional information gathered from the scene (surveillance cameras, witness statements, documents, digital/electronic evidence, etc.).
Describe any evidence of criminal activity (forcible entry, broken windows, missing contents, etc.).
Describe any human action or inaction which influenced fire development.
Describe your hypotheses, method of testing, elimination, and conclusions.
Area of origin
Cause
Classification
- Under Investigation
- Undetermined
- Natural Occurance
- Accidental
- Incendiary with Unintentional Effects
- Incendiary with Intentional Effects
Estimated dollar loss ($)
Notifications
- Local law enforcement
- Local fire department
- Local EMS
- Hazardous Materials Team
- Explosives Detection Canine Unit
- Public Safety Bomb Technician Unit
- Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal
- Public Information Officer
- Other(s)
Notifications
- Local law enforcement
- Local fire department
- Local EMS
- Hazardous Materials Team
- Explosives Detection Canine Unit
- Public Safety Bomb Technician Unit
- Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal
- Public Information Officer
- Other(s)
Task List
- Establish command post
- Search & clear 5's and 25's
- Establish a secure perimeter
- Interview person who received threat
- Secure surrounding areas for RCIED
- Secure surrounding areas for ambush
- Systematic search of the threat area
Notifications
- Local law enforcement
- Local fire department
- Local EMS
- Hazardous Materials Team
- Explosives Detection Canine Unit
- Public Safety Bomb Technician Unit
- Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal
- Public Information Officer
- Other(s)
Describe scene security / integrity (right of entry, entry log, access points, barrier tape, police presence, no trespass signs, boarded up, etc.).

Diagrams

Attach Diagram(s)
Grid Paper
Site Plan Drawing
Elevation Drawing (exterior wall)
Floor Plan Drawing
Reflected Ceiling Plan Drawing
Roof Plan Drawing
Section Drawing (cross section of a portion of the object / structure)
Callout Drawing (a zoomed in view or portion of a larger diagram / drawing)
Detail Drawing (closeup drawing of a specific object / component)

Property / Evidence / Chain of Custody

Unique identifier
Description
Location discovered
Collected by
- None
- Paul Ayres, 111
- Mike Taylor, 112
- Gabriel Cabrera, 113
- David Hartman, 114
- Athena, 114K
- John Rotert, 115
- Brian Fine, 116
- Roger Kass, 117
- Bryan Brindley, 118
- Other
Date / time collected
Canine used?
Photographs
Transferred from
Transferred to
Date / time of transfer

Injury / Fatality

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Person #
Was this person injured or deceased as a result of the incident?
Description of Injuries
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Description of Circumstances
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Criminal Offense

Offense
- Arson - PC 28.02(a)
- Arson - PC 28.02(a-1)
- Arson - PC 28.02(a-2)
- Components of Explosives
- Contempt of Fire Investigation Proceedings
- Criminal Mischief
- Criminal Trespass
- Destruction of US / Texas Flag
- Disabling Fire Exit Alarm
- Failure to Comply with Fire Marshal Order
- Failure to Maintain Smoke Detectors in Hotel
- False Alarm or Report
- False Report to Police Officer
- Fire Detection and Alarm Device Regulations
- Fire Extinguisher Regulations
- Fire Extinguisher Service and Installation Prohibited Practices
- Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems Regulations
- Fireworks Regulations
- Hoax Bomb
- Insurance Fraud
- Interfering with Police Service Animal
- Interfering with Public Duties
- Public Nuisance
- Reckless Damage
- Riot Participation
- Tampering / Fabricating Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair
- Terroristic Threat
- Other
Offense Type
Second degree felony
Starts a fire or causes an explosion
Intent to destroy or damage
Vegetation, fence, or structure on open-space land
Building, habitation, or vehicle
within the limits of an incorporated city or town
insured against damage or destruction
subject to a mortgage or security interest
located on property belonging to another
has located within it property belonging to another
reckless about whether the burning or explosion will endanger the life of some individual or the safety of the property of another.

Enhancements

Bodily injury or death
Enhanced to first degree felony
Habitation
Enhanced to first degree felony
Place of assembly or worship
Enhanced to first degree felony
State jail felony
Recklessly starting a fire or causing an explosion while manufacturing or attempting to manufacture a controlled substance
Causes damage to any building, habitation, or vehicle

Enhancements

Bodily injury or death
Enhanced to third degree felony
State jail felony
intentionally starting a fire or causing an explosion
recklessly damages or destroys a building belonging to another
recklessly causes another person to suffer bodily injury or death

Attachments

Photographs
Field Notes
Diagram(s)
Written Statement(s)
Location of Recorded Statement(s)
Evidence Log
Lab Submission Form
Lab Analysis Report
Dispatch CFS Report(s)
NFIRS / Incident Report(s)
Insurance Records (Declarations Page)
NICB ISO Claimsearch
Financial Records
County Appraisal Records
CCH - TCIC/NCIC
10-27 (ID/DL)
10-28 (Vehicle Registration)
10-29 (Warrants)
Criminal Intel Analyst Report(s)
Medical Records
Autopsy Report(s)
Court Order(s)
Subpoena(s)
Consent to Search
Search Warrant(s)
Arrest Warrant(s)
Offense Report(s)
Room Data worksheet
Worksheet: Ignition matrix

Fire/Explosion Investigation Field Notes

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Historical Weather Data

Historical Weather Radar

Fire Weather

Interview questions

Interview questions

Miranda Warning

Identifying information

Interview questions

Location

Occupancy Information

Building history

Building construction

General construction details

Foundation system

Load bearing system

Roof system

Flooring

Interior walls

Interior ceilings

Insulating materials

Building Services, Systems, and Appliances

Service provider

Propane tank

Distribution system

Service provider

Distribution system

Main disconnect

Distribution panel

Fire Service Features

Fire Protection Systems

Mortgage, Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Insurance Information

Code Compliance

TCIC / NCIC Results

Damage Assessment

Location

Vehicle Description

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Insurance Information

TCIC / NCIC Results

Damage Assessment

Location

Mobile Equipment Description

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Insurance Information

TCIC / NCIC Results

Damage Assessment

Location

Stationary Equipment / Machinery Description

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Insurance Information

TCIC / NCIC Results

Damage Assessment

Location

Open Space Land Description

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Insurance Information

Damage Assessment

Location

Property Description

Loan, Lien, or Security Interest

Insurance Information

TCIC / NCIC Results

Damage Assessment

Enhancements

Enhancements

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