Kiera Biggins
MSc, BSc, MIFireE
Senior Investigator
Areas of Expertise
Scotland
Kiera is one of our leading Senior Investigators for investigating the origin and cause of water and oil escapes. She has managed and assisted with over 500 escape of water, escape of oil and fire investigations in commercial, industrial and residential premises. To supplement her investigation skills, she obtained her Evidence Collection Technician professional designation through the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI). She has also undertaken legal experience training successfully receiving her Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence (APAEWE).
Education / Certifications
- MSc, Fire Scene Investigation, The University of Central Lancashire
- BSc, Forensics Chemistry, The University of Strathclyde
- Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence, BTEC
- Member, Institute of Fire Engineers
- Member, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Member, United Kingdom Assoc. of Fire Investigators
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Articles
Investigating Arson
5 Mar 2024
Fire investigators must consider all evidence and identify key indicators when determining if a fire was caused by arson.