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Busting Myths and Clarifying Common Misconceptions
in Fire Investigation and Forensic Engineering


Expansion Foam Test: Fireblock vs. Gaps & Cracks
Expansion foam spray is primarily used for sealing gaps, insulating walls, filling cavities, reinforcing structures, repairing concrete...
Apr 29, 20251 min read


Fire Risk of a Watered vs Unwatered Christmas Tree
How important is it to keep your CHristmas tree watered every day? Without water, they become very flamable!
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Circuit Breaker Trip
During a fire, what makes a circuit breaker trip? Does the breaker trip only from arcing? Or from overcurrent? Must there be electricity...
Oct 23, 20241 min read


Overcurrent Through Wire
A typical residential circuit in your home is protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker. This means typically, a maximum of 15 amps of power...
Oct 8, 20241 min read


Dropped Neutral or Phase?
Problems with the electrical system in a house can be diagnosed based on the symptoms witnessed in the house. A detailed look at exactly...
Sep 28, 20241 min read


Water Exposure to Wires
We all know "water and electricity don't mix" but is that necessarily a cause of the fire? Does electrified water constitute a competent...
Sep 19, 20241 min read


Fire Response to Different Materials
Manufacturers have choices when designing products. Part of their responsiblity to the consumer is using the Heirarchy of Controls (HoC)...
Sep 3, 20241 min read
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