Pennsylvania Association of Arson Investigators

It is with great sadness I post this. Donald (Ben) Cypher, Charter member, Life Member and 2 time Past President of the PAAI and past President of the IAAI passed away on May 6, 2021.  Ben was instrumental in the training of many members in the PAAI and was a mentor and friend … [Read more...]

Due to the continuing Covid-19 issue in Pennsylvania, the Jack Christmas Weekend Seminar has been rescheduled to June 21-23, 2021 .  The Training Program will be the IAAI 3-Day Electrical Aspects of Fire Investigation.  Registration is available here  Anyone who was previously … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

The Sponsor Page for 2018-2019 is now up and running at 2018-2019 Sponsors … [Read more...]

The PAAI is looking for Zone Training Coordinators needed for Central and West Zones. Click here for more information … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]