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The Michigan Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators is a professional association of fire investigation experts, united by a strong commitment to combat the crime of arson through professional fire investigation.

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Our goal is to serve as the global resource for those working in and associated with the fire, arson, and explosion investigation profession with respect to fire safety and prevention; arson investigation, determination, and prosecution; and fire loss claims and litigation.  

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COVID Information 

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Memorandum to Insurance Company Employees and Fire Investigators regarding Claim Investigations under Executive Order 2020-21

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Conference Update

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Dear members,

 

I hope this message finds everyone well. The Annual Arson School that was scheduled for May of this year has been postponed until October 18-21, 2021.  The reasons are as follows.

 

A decision on a go/ no go of the school was necessary by March 31, 2021 for the conference center and their scheduling.  Based on the current restrictions on gatherings and COVID numbers not trending in the right way,  board members and myself felt we would not be able to host the event on the May dates.

 

I greatly appreciate all of the feedback that the organization received either through the survey or direct contact with members.  Thank you.  The majority of the survey responders requested the school be held in person in May if possible.  The next most popular choice was to reschedule to the fall.  

 

I have discussed with many of you the possibility of a virtual class or presentation put on by the chapter.  The feedback I received was that many were burned out on virtual training and did wish to have it.   The board has in the past and will continue to post links on our website to available virtual training.

 

Thanks for your time and consideration 

 

Jeremy Berard 

President MI-IAAI 20/21