Arson Investigators - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, fire investigators:

Have a medium level of job-required social contact. They talk to many people during investigations, but also spend time alone analyzing results.
Are responsible for the health and safety of building occupants.
Usually work as part of a larger investigatory team.
Communicate by telephone, e-mail, letters, memos, and in person on a daily basis.

Are exposed to hazardous equipment on a daily basis.
Are exposed to loud sounds and distracting and uncomfortable noise levels on a weekly basis.
Work both indoors and outdoors. Temperatures may vary due to fire and weather.
Are often exposed to contaminants, such as toxic fumes from fires or explosions.
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Sometimes wear protective gear, such as helmets and breathing equipment.
Are sometimes exposed to extremely bright or inadequate lighting.
May be exposed to hazardous conditions or situations, such as sudden cave-ins of floors or toppling walls.
Travel to and from investigation sites in a car, truck, or van.
Work near others. They usually have a few feet of space separating themselves from others.
Sometimes must get into awkward positions to inspect cramped work spaces.
May be exposed to hazardous equipment.

Must be sure their work is very exact. Errors could have serious safety consequences.
Often repeat the same physical and mental tasks.
Make decisions that affect others, including businesses and homeowners whose property was damaged in a fire, on a weekly basis.
They rarely consult a supervisor before making a decision or deciding on their daily tasks and goals.
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Abide by strict daily deadlines.