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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Evaluate results of fire scene data
   • Fire scene data is collected and collated, in accordance with organisational procedures
2. Data is grouped according to physical evidence groupings, samples and documented evidence
3. Evidence is categorised for further sampling or archiving, in accordance with organisational procedures
4. Nature and extent of further examination is determined
5. Interpret laboratory results
   • Consultations are initiated with specialist practitioners to review preliminary evaluations and to validate data
6. Common features and trends in data findings are identified
7. Options are explored as to possible origin and cause of fire
8. Analyse documentary and physical evidence
   • Potential causal physical evidence is examined in light of research data emerging from laboratory examination and technical analyses
9. Written reports and visual images are collected and reviewed in parallel with established scientific findings
10. Consultations are initiated with specialist practitioners, as required
11. Physical evidence determined relative to fire origin and cause is identified, labelled, packaged and stored, in accordance with organisational procedures

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

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