Recognize Qualified Fire and Explosion Investigators.<br>Serve as a National Certification Registry and Clearinghouse for identifying qualified fire and explosion investigators.<br>Provide an established system to compare the various qualifications of those engaged in fire and explosion investigation.<br>Promote excellence in the Training, Education, and Conduct of fire and explosion investigators.<br>Provide a system by which equally qualified investigators specializing in the various disciplines of fire and explosion investigation will have immediate acceptance as "Experts".