Appliance Fires
Overview
Over the last couple of decades there has been a dramatic increase in the numbers of white goods in domestic properties and we at Burgoynes have seen a corresponding increase of the number of fires involving these appliances. In the presentation, we will look at trends we are seeing during our investigations and will detail the underlying faults behind some of the well-publicised manufacturer recalls.
Learning Objectives
By attending this event, delegates 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
Speaker Biography
Ian Wallis-Guy, Burgoynes
Following a year of postdoctoral research, Ian worked for 2 years in the chemical industry as a Senior Research and Development Chemist in drug discovery and joined Burgoynes in 2009.
Ian has investigated fires and explosions within domestic, agricultural and commercial premises, as well as in vehicles. Determining the causes of these incidents has involved considering electrical faults, self-heating mechanisms and causes associated with heating installations and human acts. During these investigations, Ian has analysed intruder alarm and CCTV data and carried out detailed laboratory examinations of fire damaged items.
Ian has provided expert opinion in civil court proceedings.
CII Accredited
This demonstrates the quality of an event and that it meets CII member CPD scheme requirements.
1 hour's CPD can be claimed for this event if relevant to your learning and development needs.
It is recommended that you keep any evidence of the CPD activity you have completed and upload copies to the recording tool as the CII may ask to see this if your record is selected for review. Details of the scheme can be viewed online at www.cii.co.uk/cpd.