Whether you are an old timer or a newbie it is no longer considered cool to be in the fire scene without proper protection. Firefighters wouldn't go into a raging fire without turnout gear, SCBA and hose lines but after the fire investigators are taking chances. Please take a … [Read more...]
IAAI-Evidence Collection Technicain Practicum held in Lehighton PA
The IAAI and PAAI held an ECT Practicum in Lehighton PA. Twelve Candidates from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York took the practicum and successfully passed all testing stations. Congratulations to the candidates. Thank you to the evaluators that gave up their Saturday to … [Read more...]
Passing of Walt Wise
It is with great sadness that I pass along that long time PAAI member and Past Board of Director Walter Wise has passed away. (April 6, 2019.) Walt was a long time fixture at the PAAI and at our conference every year. He will be missed. Walt's Obituary can be found … [Read more...]
2019 PAAI ANNUAL TRAINING CONFERENCE INFORMATION IS NOW AVAILABLE
THE 2019 PAAI JUNE TRAINING CONFERENCE INFORMATION IS NOW AVAILABLE IN THE TRAINING SECTION. REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND SCHEDULE ARE AVAILABLE AS A DOWNLOADED FILE. http://paai.org/training-and-seminars/ … [Read more...]
PAAI 2019 Jack Christmas Weekend Photos
The 2019 Jack Christmas Training Weekend was well attended and provided 9 hours of test and 3 hours of non-tested COn Ed Units. Topics included Fire Dynamics, Fire Origin and Cause and Haz-Mat Awareness Refresher. Thank you to the instructors and those that attended and made … [Read more...]
IAAI Fire Investigator Respiratory Protection Fact Sheet
Below is a Fire Investigator Respiratory Protection Fact Sheet from the IAAI HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE. Good information for anyone that cares about their safety. FI Respiratory Protection Fact Sheet … [Read more...]
Beset Practices for Preventing Firefighter and Fire Investigator Cancer
Cancer is a risk to all firefighters and investigators. It is no longer "Cool" to have the dirtiest turnout gear or the blackest helmet. The soot on your gear and helmet contains potential cancer causing materials. Click here for more information : … [Read more...]
PAAI New Sponsor Page has been updated
The Sponsor Page for 2018-2019 is now up and running at 2018-2019 Sponsors … [Read more...]
Zone Training Coordinators needed for Central and West Zones
The PAAI is looking for Zone Training Coordinators needed for Central and West Zones. Click here for more information … [Read more...]
Cancellation and No-Show Policy Adopted at AGM 2018
THE PAAI HAS ADOPTED AND IMMEDIATELY IS INSTITUTING AN CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW POLICY. THE POLICY CAN BE VIEWED AND/OR DOWNLOADED IN IT'S ENTIRETY AT THE LINK BELOW CANCELLATION POLICY … [Read more...]
PAAI Sponsorship Program
The PAAI is looking for sponsors to assist in advancing our objects. Sponsors will receive an add and link on our website and an add in our digital newsletter. More information is available here … [Read more...]
2018 Fire Investigator of the Year
The PAAI is pleased to announce that the winner of the 2018 Fire Investigator of the Year is Cpl. Greg Agosti, PA State Police. Cpl. Greg A. Agosti, IAAI-CFI has been employed by the PA State Police for the past 19 years and has been investigating fires for the past 13 years. … [Read more...]
PAAI June Training has been Approved for ICC CEU’S
THE PAAI JUNE TRAINING THIS YEAR WILL PROVIDE 22.5 CEU HOURS FOR THOSE THAT NEED THE HOURS TO MAINTAIN THEIR CERTIFICATIONS. THIS IS IN ADDITION TO THE IAAI CEU'S BEING OFFERED. … [Read more...]
PAAI now an International Code Council Preferred Provider for CEU Credit
The PAAI has applied for and be granted Preferred Provider Status from the International Code Council. This means that any training classes offered by the PAAI and approved by the ICC will provide CEU credit to those who need them to maintain their certifications. We will be … [Read more...]
2017 Fire Investigator of the Year
2017 PAAI FIRE INVESTIGATOR OF THE YEARCARL RICHARDS, PSP FM UNIT TROOP A … [Read more...]
