Consider that your fire organization is investigating a recent house fire in your jurisdiction. The fire started in the kitchen when the resident was cooking on the stovetop, and it quickly spread to the dining room. The resident was cooking with a large frying pan on high heat and was temporarily distracted with reading recipe instructions. Your fire organization will work closely with the police department and code officials (electrical, gas, and building inspectors) to complete the investigation to determine the causes and liability, and you want to be sure the investigation goes smoothly. To prepare your team, you will draft a set of procedures identifying how you will work with the police department and code officials using the scientific method approach. Your assignment should cover each step and identify who will take on various responsibilities.
