Fire Loss Consultant Program
The Fire Loss Consultant Program is a free, on-demand service offered by the State of Tennessee to assist local fire departments. This program provides on-site technical help and reporting support from experienced consultants working alongside local fire chiefs to identify the cause and origin of non-criminal fires. Their support helps ensure fire reports are completed accurately and submitted on time.
This service is not mandatory, respects local authority, and allows the local fire chief to remain in charge at all times. All consultants support the local fire chief.
Why Is This Important?
Tennessee law (Tenn. Code Ann. § 68-102-111(a)) requires all fires to be investigated and reported within 10 days. By using this program, Tennessee fire departments can meet their legal duty with confidence and accuracy.
Who Should Use It?
- Any Tennessee fire department that needs a cause and origin investigation completed on an accidental structure fire.
- Fire chiefs handling large or complex fires.
- Incident commanders who need assistance completing reports.
- Departments who are short on staff or experience.
What is a Fire Loss Consultant's Role?
- Provides on-scene technical support.
- Determines a fire's cause and origin.
- Documents fire damage.
- Gathers investigation data using national best practices.
- Assists in completing incident reports that are required by law.
- Uses proper classification and reporting systems like NERIS.
- Documents information for insurance or legal needs.
To request more information or assistance from a fire loss consultant, contact Director of Education & Outreach, Jason Driver by phone at (615) 655-3097 or by email at Jason.Driver@tn.gov.