Events

Dr Andrew Moncrieff will look at the age‑old idea of spontaneous human combustion, and explore the reasons why a human body might suddenly burst into flames with no outside influences.

Martin will be sharing details of real cases and looking at how science provides clues into this fascinating subject, including how different processes lead to devastating fires in commercial laundries and hay barns, as well as fires in domestic prop

Dr Richard Fletcher will discuss a case study on the investigation into the cause of a fire several years ago. The extensive building was severely damaged, and a significant portion had collapsed.

Electrical Engineer, Richard Heath, will discuss the risks of lithium-ion batteries, how fires involving them occur, and the challenges they present to fire investigators.

Ian will discuss methods used during the illicit cultivation of cannabis plants and subsequent processing of the crop and how such activities can lead to extensive property damage and danger to life.