Comprehensive Vehicle Fire Investigation

Dates: November 2–4, 2026

Location: Newberry, SC 29108

County: Newberry County

Duration: 20 hours

Cost: $395.00

Instructor: Steve Riggs

Categories: Investigations, Vehicle Search

Course Overview

This comprehensive 2½-day course is designed to equip fire and arson investigators with the expertise required to methodically investigate vehicle fires and pinpoint their areas of origin. The program combines both classroom instruction and practical, hands-on training with realistic exercises that demonstrate how to perform a systematic, thorough, and scientifically-grounded examination of motor vehicles involved in fire incidents.

Course Content

Participants will gain essential knowledge regarding vehicle design, electrical systems, fuel systems, and the various components commonly found in motor vehicles, including those powered by alternative fuels. The training emphasizes understanding how these components can malfunction, deteriorate, or contribute to fire development. Through this comprehensive instruction, attendees will develop the ability to identify potential failure points and mechanisms that lead to vehicle fires.