Dennis W. Smith Specialized Training Courses and Seminars Attended Name of Training Ctr., Dates Contact Subject or School or College Attended Hours Course Title ISFI (International Symposium 9/25 & 9/26 12 Applying Toxic gas Exposure Models For Fire Victim On Fire Investigation Science & Exposure; Case Study With A Fire Origin And Fire Cause Technology Remotely Located From The Root Cause Of The Failure In A Commercial Vehicle; Lithium Ion Batteries and Fire Investigations; Plasma Etching To Help Identify Accoustic Agglomeration Soot Patterns On Smoke Detector Piezo Disks Propane Safety: Investigation Findings and Lessons Learned in the 2014 Philadelphia Food Truck Explosion; Space Heater Fires and Investigation; Rooftop Solar Fire Investigation. NAFI 6/4 6/7/18 32 Vehicle Fire, Arson & Explosion Investigation Science & Technology Seminar, Georgetown, KY Kean University 5/11/18 5 The Dynamics of Change [DFS-Adm/Instructor; UCC-Adm] Kean University 5/10/2018 5 Leadership in the Real World [DFS-Adm/Instructor, UCC- Adm] Kean University 11/4/2017 5 Everyday Fire Investigations: Tips and Techniques for Municipal Officials [DFS-Tech/Instructor] Rutgers University 5/5/17 5 2015 International Mechanical Code (IMC) Design, Installation & Inspection Principles [UCC-FP/B, DFS-Tech] Rutgers University 5/4/17 5 Inspecting Grease Duct Wrap [UCC-FP/B, DFS-Tech] Rutgers University 6/2 & 3/16 10 NFPA 20-2013 Ed., Standard for the Installation of Stationary Fire Pumps for Fire Protection [UCC-T; Rutgers University 6/18/15 5 Overview of NJ Rehabilitation SubCode [UCC-T, Kean University 4/8/15 5 Leadership: Self Analysis [DFS-A/I, UCC-A] Rutgers University 4/7/15 5 Train-the-Trainer Instructor Update: Hybrid Training [UCC- A/I, DFS-A/I Kean University 4/6/15 5 Fundamentals of Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems [DFS-T/I, UCC-FP] Rutgers University 12/19/13 5 2012 IFC & IBC Hazardous Materials (D193) [UCC-FP&B; Rutgers University 12/18/13 5 Extreme Makeover The Permit Edition (A505) [UCC-A, DFS-A] Rutgers University 12/17/13 5 Review of Commercial Cooking Appliances & Exhaust Systems (D139) [UCC-FP&B, University of Cincinnati, 6/24/13-3 college credit Law & Social Control Graduate Program, 8/9/13 School of Criminal Justice University of Cincinnati, 5/13/13-3 college credit Seminar on Juvenile Justice Graduate Program, 6/24/13 School of Criminal Justice Rutgers University/ 05/03/13 5 UCC Seminar - 2012 IBC Significant Changes [UCC-B/FP, International Code Council
ISFI 2012 10/15-17/12 20 International Symposium on Fire Investigation Science and Technology, College Park, MD, University of Maryland Stamp Union Center: Fatal Fire Investigation, et al AHAM/IAAI 7/11/12 8 Investigation of Appliance Fires Rutgers University 6/22/12 5 Trainer Update [UCC A/Instructor; DFS A/Instructor] Kean University 11/15/11 5 Team Turnaround [DFS-A/Instructor] Kean University 11/14/11 5 Juvenile Firesetter Intervention & Awareness [DFS-A/Instruc] Rutgers University 4/30/13 5 2009 IFGC Design & Installation [UCC- B/FP] Rutgers University 4/29/11 5 2009 IBC Mixed Uses [UCC-B/FP] Rutgers University 4/28/11 5 Fire Resistive Construction [UC-B/FP] NAFI 3/8 & 9/2011 9 Fire Dynamics & Pattern Analysis; Diagramming the Fire & Explosion Scene; Determining Origin Heat & Flame Vector Analysis Rutgers University 11/10/10 5 Barrier Free Design [UCC-B] Rutgers University 4/30/10 5 2009 IFGC Design, Installation & Inspection Principles [UCC-B/FP, Rutgers University 4/29/10 5 Testifying at Trial & Administrative Procedures [UCC-A DFS-A] Rutgers University 9/29/09 5 2009 IBC (International Building Code) Update [UCC-T; Kean University 11/8/08 5 Creative Problem Solving [DFS-A; UCC-A] Kean University 11/7/08 5 Miracle of Teamwork [DFS-A, Instr.; UCC-A] Kean University 11/6/08 5 Fire Cause & Origin: A Systematic and Comprehensive Investigation [DFS T] Rutgers University 10/29/08 5 Electrical Fire & Hazards [UCC-FP, Rutgers University 10/28/08 5 Spanish in A Pinch [UCC Admin] Rutgers University 11/29/07 5 Energize Your Classroom [UCC-Inst.] Kean University 5/5/07 5 Legal & Practical Aspects of Fire Investigation [ Rutgers University 5/4/07 5 Using the IFC (International Fire Code) as part of the IBC (International Building Code) [UCC- B/FP, Rutgers University 5/3/07 5 2006 IBC (International Building Code) Update [UCC-B/FP] IFSI (International Symposium 6/26-28/06 18 Analysis of Manufactured Home Fires; Mitigating residential on Fire Investigation Science Property Damage and Fire Losses Caused by Lightning and Technology), Cincinnati, OH Strikes; Comparison of Gasoline Weathering on Carpet Samples Exposed to Various Thermal Environments; Case Study Application of the Scientific Method to Origin Determination and Fire Spread Analysis; The Mythology of Arson Investigation; Fire Dynamics (D. Drysdale), Management of the Investigation Process at Major Incidents; The Principles of Electrical Fires; The Role of Smoke Detection in Forensic Fire Investigation and Reconstruction; An Investigation of Enhanced Soot Deposition on Smoke Alarms Horns; The Use of Toxicity Data in Reconstruction and Analysis of Fires. FDIC (Fire Department 4/24-27/06 26.5 H.O.T. (Hands-On-Training) Evolutions- Fire Investigation Instructors Conference) Indianapolis, IN (16 hrs), Strip Mall Fires, How to Acquire Structures and Organize Large and Small-Scale Training, Improving Fixed Burn Building Instruction, Fatal Fires and Scene Preservation, Anatomy of the DC-MD-VA Serial Arson Case, Building Construction: Firefighter Fatalities And A Near Miss Rutgers University 5/6/05 5 Telephone Tech/Management [UCC-A, DFS-A] Rutgers University 5/5/05 5 Time Management [UCC-A, DFS A] Rutgers University 11/4/04 5 Hazardous Materials [B-T, FP-T, DFS] Rutgers University 11/3/04 5 Concepts of the International Fuel Gas Code [B-T, FP-T] Rutgers University 4/30/04 5 Chimneys & Vents [FP-T, DFS] 6435 W. Jefferson Boulevard, #206, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804 2
Rutgers University 4/29/04 5 Kitchen Exhaust Hoods & Fire Suppression Systems [FP-T, DFS] NFPA 11/16-17/03 8 Legal Aspects of Fire Investigation; Fire Dynamics for Fire Service; Major Fire Investigations Rutgers University 4/30/03 5 Leadership Essentials [DFS-Instr-A] NFPA/NAFI 4/29/03 8 Fire Dynamics Rutgers University 11/20/02 5 Fire Containment in Multi-Story Buildings [FP-T, B-T, Rutgers University 11/19/02 5 International Fuel Gas Code [FP-T, B-T, Rutgers University 11/2/02 5 Warehouse Fire Protection/ Sprinkler Systems [FP-T, Rutgers University 11/1/02 5 Fire Prevention Code Update [ Rutgers University 10/31/02 5 Understanding Cultural Diversity [Instr/DFS-A/UCC-A] Rutgers University 10/24/02 5 Emergency Scene Decision-Making [Instructor] Ivy Tech State College (IN) Fall 2001 60 Heating Fundamentals Ivy Tech State College (IN) Fall 2001 60 Basic Electricity MI-IAAI/IAAI 10/26/01 6 NFPA 921-2001 Edition Update Rutgers University 5/4/01 5 Hazardous Occupancies & Explosion Relief [D-FP/B] Rutgers University 5/3/01 5 Overview of International Mechanical Code [D-FP/B] Lewellyn Technology 4/17/01 6 Hands-On Electrical Troubleshooting ICAC 2/12-13/01 8 12 th Annual National Arson Investigation Training Seminar NFPA 12/6/00 4 OSHA Best Practices Conference: Coping with Inspections & Citations Rutgers University 11/03/00 5 Barrier Free Construction (D-A/B) IAAI 5/16/00 5 Vehicle Fire Investigations, Trial Preparation Indiana IAAI 4/27/00 5 Electrical Fire Investigation Rutgers University 6/25/99 5 Interpersonal and Managerial Skills (A) [DFS-A] Rutgers University 6/23/99 5 Means of Egress (D-F/B) [ Rutgers University 6/22/99 5 Advanced Train the Trainer (A) Rutgers University 12/11/98 5 Fire Resistive Construction (F/B) Rutgers University 9/22/98 5 Means of Egress Problems in Commercial Structures (D-F/B) [ Fire Findings Laboratory 5/2-3/98 16 Investigation of Electrical & Gas Appliance Fires NJ Div. Of Crim. Just. Academy 4/22/98 5 Arson In-Service: Inc. Devices, Courtroom Demeanor, and Motives Rutgers University 12/17/97 5 Fire Pumps (F) [T] Rutgers University 12/10/97 5 Forms & Formats (Adm.) Rutgers University 12/2/97 5 Special Inspections (B) NFPA Fall Meeting 11/16-20/97 NFPA Fall Meeting NFPA Regional Meeting 10/18/97 5 NFPA Regional Meeting: Fire Loss Analysis, NFPA 921 (A) Rutgers University 6/20/97 5 Through Penetration Fire Stopping Systems (B/F) Rutgers University 4/24/97 5 Motivating Yourself & Others (A) NJ IAAI 1/28/97 8 Financial Investigations NJ Div. Of Crim. Just. Academy 1/15/97 5 Arson In-Service: Investigator Safety P.A.S.S. 4/19-21/96 21 Fire Officer Leadership & Supervisory Skills NJ Div. of Fire Safety 3/23 & 31/96 16 Fire Service Instructor: General Safety Rutgers University 10/1/95 5 Train-the-Trainers (A) NAFI 8/1-4/95 24 Annual Fire, Arson & Explosion Invest. Conference NJ Div of Fire Safety 6/16/95 5 Juvenile Firesetters (F) Rutgers University 3/30/95 5 Inspection of Bakeries and Cooking Operations. (F) Rutgers University 3/23/95 5 Diversity in the Workplace (A) NJ Div of Crim. Justice 1/31/95 & 2/3/95 5 Intro. & Overview NFPA 921 Rutgers University 12/14/94 5 Storage of Flammable & Combustible Liquid (F) NFPA Fall Meeting 11/14-16/94 15 "Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention"; "Occupant Behavior During World Trade Center Bombing"; "Protected Church Struck by Lightning; "Electrical Fire Investigations"; "Research on the Backdraft Phenomena'; "One Solution to the Staffing Issue". Rutgers University 9/14/94 5 Providing Safe Egress Facilities (B) (T) 6435 W. Jefferson Boulevard, #206, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804 3
N.J. I.A.A.I. 3/2-4/94 15 Advanced Arson Seminar & Conference: Computer Fire Modeling (Rich Bukowski), Fatal Fire Investigation. N.J. D.C.J. 2/15/94 5 Arson In-service: Fatal Fire Investigation and Prosecution of an Arson Case. P.A.S.S. 2/12-13/94 8 Effective Officer Leadership Atlantic County Police Academy 12/13-16/93 24 Inter-Agency Training (Use of Force; Control and Restraint; Firearms Training; Evidence collection. N.J. Department of 9/27/93-12/7/93 350 "Basic Course for Investigators"; (NJ Criminal Criminal Justice Academy Code; Investigative Techniques; Firearms Training). P.A.S.S. 8/14-16/93 18 Assessment Center Method: Training Assessors Rutgers University 6/24/93 5 Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Systems (F) Rutgers University 6/22/93 5 Mechanical HVAC Plan Review (B) P.A.S.S. 6/13/93 8 Strategy & Tactics: Practical Applications P.A.S.S. 5/22-23/93 16 Fire Ground Strategy & Tactics Rutgers University 5/20/93 5 Uniform Fire Code Update '93 (T) Ocean County College 9-12/92 90 Building Inspector, I.C.S. Rutgers University 11/20/92 5 Fire Protection Principles (B) Rutgers University 11/19/92 5 Construction Board of Appeals (A) Rutgers University 7/14/92 5 Supervisory Skills (A) Rutgers University 5/20/92 5 Public School Plan Review (F) Rutgers University 5/15/92 5 Electrical Code Basics for Fire Inspectors (F) National Fire Prot. Assoc. 9/23-25/91 24 Automatic Sprinkler System Workshop Rutgers University 6/12/91 5 Working with Governing Bodies (A) Rutgers University 5/3/91 5 Mechanical Code: Update and Review Rutgers University 5/2/91 5 Fire Protection Water Supplies Rutgers University 4/5/91 5 Advanced Train-the-Trainer NY/NJ Haz-Mat Training Center 9/12/90 5 Emergency Response-Level 1 Awareness Rutgers University 7/13/90 5 What Every Code Official Should Know About Planning & Zoning Rutgers University 5/17/90 5 Sprinkler Lab Workshop Rutgers University 4/20/90 5 1990 Building Code Update Rutgers University 4/19/90 5 Construction Code Enforcement Techniques Rutgers University 11/1/89 5 Fire Protection System Maintenance Rutgers University 10/5/89 5 N.J. Budget Process for Fire Officials Rutgers University 9/29/89 5 Managing Time Rutgers University 5/23/89 5 Fire Detection and Alarm Systems-Advanced Rutgers University 5/5/89 5 Enforcement and Compliance Techniques Rutgers University 4/7/89 5 Fire Resistive Construction Rutgers University 4/6/89 5 Key Requirements of the BOCA Mechanical Code National Fire Academy 3/11-12/89 16 Firefighter Health & Safety Program Implementation and Management Rutgers University 12/88-1/89 15 Powers and Duties of the Municipal Governing Body Rutgers University 6/9/88 5 Fire Investigation & The Fire Code Rutgers University 6/8/88 5 Hazardous Materials & The Fire Code At. County of Emergency Mgmt 5/11/88 6 Increasing Fire Department Effectiveness at FAA Tech Center, Pomona Through Organizational Development N.J. I.A.A.I., Rutgers U. 5/21/88 5 Fatal Fire Investigation, Part II National Fire Academy 3/20/88 16 Community Fire Defenses Rutgers University 8/26/87 5 U.C.C Instructor Training Re-certification National Fire Academy 7/17/87 80 Fire/Arson Investigation at Emmitsburg, Maryland Rutgers University 5/21/86 5 Fire Protection Water Supplies Rutgers University 4/16/86 5 Means of Egress - Fire Protection Rutgers University 4/15/86 5 Assertiveness Training 6435 W. Jefferson Boulevard, #206, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804 4
Rutgers University 10/29/85 5 Inspection of Commercial Kitchen Hood Extinguishing Systems Rutgers University 4/26/85 5 Stress Management Rutgers University 4/25/85 5 Fire Resistant Design - Fire Protection N.J. State Fire College 9/85 21 N.J. Fire Prevention Inspector Rutgers University 10/84 5 BOCA Mechanical Code - Fire Protection Trenton State College 5/10/84 5 1984 Fire Code Update NJ Fire Prev-Prot Assoc 5/5/84 5 Fire Prevention/Protection Seminar Trenton State College 4/11-12/84 10 Advanced Means of Egress/ Hydraulic Designed Sprinkler Systems Trenton State College 10/7/83 5 Sprinkler Plan Review Concepts NJ Dept of Law & Public Safety 5/17/83 8 Arson Seminar Trenton State College 7/81-8/81 40 Train-the-Trainers Atlantic Community College 2-5/81 20 Blueprint Reading National Seminars Group 4/81 8 Sprinkler Plan Review N.J. D.C.A. 4/2/81 5 BOCA Building Code Update-1981 National Fire Prot. Assoc. 5/2-3/80 16 Arson & Electrical Fire Investigation College of William & Mary 5/25/79 30 Advanced Techniques in Arson Investigation N.J. State Fire College 2/79 8 Fire & Arson Investigation Rutgers University 10/78 5 1978 Code Update Pennsylvania Fire School 10/16-18/78 18 Arson & Fire Cause Investigation N.J. State Police 6/17/78 6 Arson/Fire Investigation N.J. State Police 10/22/77 6 Automobile Fire Investigation Rutgers University 6/6-10/77 30 Arson and Fire Investigation Conference Rutgers University 5/21/77 5 Arson Seminar Atlantic Community College 5/1/76 5 Transportation of Hazardous Materials and B.L.E.V.E. 6435 W. Jefferson Boulevard, #206, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46804 5