Forensic Fire & Explosion Investigations

When a fire or explosion happens, you need to know the facts, and you need them quickly.

 

There’s a lot at stake.

 

Facts matter, especially when questions of subrogation, liability, or criminality arise. There is so much at stake in fire and explosion investigations. 

 

You need data in order to determine your next steps. You have people relying on you to get it right. The prospect of litigation is always in the back of your mind.

 

And, of course, there are the very human aspects too: people who are eager to get back into their homes or businesses and start the process of getting back to normal.

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Wind Turbine Fire Investigation by Bensen

Our clients — insurers, law firms, and product manufacturers — trust us to give them the information they need, when they need it.

We investigate origin and cause for many types of fires and explosions:

  • commercial and residential structures

  • vehicles & watercraft

  • equipment & appliances

  • alternative energy sources, such as wind turbines and lithium batteries

We also provide secure evidence storage and litigation support, including expert witness testimony.

Interested in working with us?

Here’s what you can expect:

 

01 — Responsiveness

There’s a strong sense of urgency that comes with this type of investigation. The more time that passes after a fire or explosion, the more chance there is for disturbance of the scene – and that can mean loss of evidence and data. We are always prepared to respond swiftly and conduct our investigations efficiently.

02 — Excellent documentation

We are meticulous. From start to finish, our investigations are painstakingly documented. We use several tools to do this, including drones and Matterport 3D scanning, which is especially helpful in litigation to give juries a virtual walkthrough of the scene.

These tools are no substitute for experience, though – and that’s where we really stand out. It’s not enough to just give you a boilerplate investigation report. The information in it should be tailored to how you need to use it. That’s what our experience allows us to do, every time.

Clients tell us that our origin and cause investigation reports are more complete and thorough than others they’ve seen. That’s not a coincidence – it’s the result of conducting complete and thorough investigations

03 — Accurate, independent scientific analysis

Fire investigation is a complex and rigorous process, so you need a trusted, qualified investigator to help you with your case.

We’re a team of experts with backgrounds in both the public and private sectors. Our key staff members have worked as firefighters, law enforcement officers, educators, and investigators. Our staff is actively involved with the National Fire Protection Association, International Association of Arson Investigators, and numerous other boards and committees.

04 — Unmatched Resources

You want a team that is at the cutting edge of forensic fire and explosion investigation. Through a partnership with Energy Storage Response Group (ESRG), the City of Piqua, Ohio, and Bowling Green State University, we have access to an innovative fire research and training center. This means we can conduct our own research and experimentation. When we say we’re the experts, we mean it.

At Bensen Fire & Safety Consulting, forensic fire and explosion investigation services are one of our key strengths. It’s what we’re most well-known for and trusted to do – by insurers, attorneys, and product manufacturers. If you need forensic fire investigation services, we’re the ones you can turn to.

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