How do they match: Fire Inspectors and Investigators

  • Fire Equipment Inspector

  • Arrange for the replacement of defective fire fighting equipment and for repair of fire alarm and sprinkler systems, making minor repairs such as servicing fire extinguishers when feasible.
  • Examine fire sites and collect evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood, and accelerant residue for use in determining the cause of a fire.
  • Test sites and materials to establish facts, such as burn patterns and flash points of materials, using test equipment.

  • Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
  • Maintain fire fighting tools or equipment.
  • Write operational reports.