Lunchtime CPD Networking - Feb 2020 Appliance Fires

Presentation Overview:

Over the last couple of decades there has been a dramatic increase in the number of white goods in domestic properties. Burgoyne – experts in scientific forensic investigations of fires, explosions and other major incidents have seen a corresponding increase of the number of fires involving these appliances.

In the presentation, we will look at trends Burgoyne are seeing during their investigations and will detail the underlying faults behind some of the well-publicised manufacturer recalls.

Bookings close Friday February 7th

Speaker:

Dr Ian Wallis-Guy - a Partner at Dr J H Burgoyne and Partners LLP having joined the company in September 2009. Since then, he has undertaken over 650 cases investigating fires and explosions within domestic, agricultural and commercial premises, as well as vehicles. Many of these investigations have also required consideration of building construction materials and fire spread issues.

Ian is a member of Burgoyne’s’ contamination assessment team and he has investigated other types of incidents including paint spills, chemical exposures, carbon monoxide poisonings and cases involving intruder alarm systems. He has provided expert opinion to Counsel and has been an expert witness in Civil Court.

Ian’s high profile cases include Selsey School (2016), Fleet Services (2016) and Mandarin Oriental Knightsbridge (2018).

Venue:

Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton, East Overcliff, Grove Road, Bournemouth BH1 3DN

Limited free car parking is available at the venue. Please log in your registration number at Reception.

Should the car park be full, please feel free to park at Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth East Cliff which is adjacent to the Carlton Hotel.

Audience:

The session is aimed at all CII/PFS members or guests with an interest in increasing their knowledge on white good fires and manufacturer recalls.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the session, attendees will be able to identify:

• trends in white goods fires
• common causes of fire in appliances
• knowledge of the current recalls
• the science behind the recalls

If you have any special requirements e.g. regarding diet, access, hearing etc., please let us know when booking your place.

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