Kile R. Davis
Weaverville,NC
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Marshal
Weaverville Fire Department
Weaverville, NC
10.2016 - Current
- Created reports documenting findings from inspections, investigations and drills.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Inspected automatic sprinkler systems regularly to ensure they are functioning properly.
- Performed periodic tests on alarm systems in order to verify their effectiveness in detecting an incident.
- Provided training on the use of fire extinguishers, evacuation routes, and other emergency protocols.
- Conducted Cause and Origin Investigations for the Weaverville Fire District.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Analyzed data from smoke detectors and sprinkler systems to determine if they are working properly.
- Developed and implemented fire safety plans for different types of buildings.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Investigated causes and circumstances of fires in order to prevent future incidents.
- Inspected buildings, equipment and processes to identify potential fire hazards.
- Conducted research into new technologies or methods for improving detection, suppression or prevention of fires.
- Ensured proper storage procedures were followed for flammable materials such as fuel or solvents.
- Monitored compliance with established fire safety codes, laws and regulations.
- Inspected security and fire alarm systems for commercial venues.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Participated in public education programs relating to fire prevention techniques and safety practices.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies on arson cases involving suspicious fires.
- Provided guidance on building design elements that could help reduce the risk of fires occurring.
- Reviewed existing regulations related to fire safety standards and updated as needed.
Assistant Fire Marshal
Buncombe County Fire Marshals Office
Asheville, NC
09.2012 - 10.2016
- Provided technical assistance to Fire Marshal staff on issues related to fire prevention activities.
- Assisted in developing evacuation plans for buildings located within high-risk areas.
- Attended meetings with community members, developers, and other stakeholders to discuss fire safety concerns.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Perform Cause and Origin Investigations on fires throughout the county.
- Investigated complaints from citizens regarding possible violations of local fire codes or ordinances.
- Reviewed plans and inspected new commercial buildings to confirm compliance with municipal fire safety codes.
- Maintained hard copy and computerized records of fire inspections and fire investigations and controlled access to records.
- Helped schools, health care agencies and businesses develop and implement emergency evacuation plans.
- Taught fire safety and educational programs to youth and adults in community as fire prevention measures.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted research into new technologies and methods of fire suppression and prevention.
- Reviewed building plans for code compliance prior to construction or remodeling projects being approved by the city council.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies regarding arson cases.
- Performed routine fire inspections as inspector for fire department and enforced fire code as inspector for fire marshal office.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from inspections and investigations.
Construction Inspector
City of Asheville - Water Department
Asheville, NC
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Inspected construction sites to ensure compliance with state and local building codes.
- Inspected construction and maintenance projects of existing roadways, structures and facilities.
- Attended weekly meetings with clients to discuss progress made towards completion of projects.
- Verified that contractors adhered to approved plans and specifications during the course of work.
- Monitored contractors' performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout the project duration.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Ensured that materials used in construction met the required specifications.
- Identified safety issues and potential hazards at job sites.
- Gave information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
- Maintained records of all inspections performed including photographs taken onsite.
Deputy Fire Marshal
City of Asheville - Fire Department
Asheville, NC
08.1998 - 09.2008
- Maintained records pertaining to all inspections conducted and any follow-up activities needed.
- Created educational materials about fire safety practices for distribution in the community.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Investigated complaints regarding potential code violations or dangerous conditions at businesses or residences.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Observed fire drills and evacuation drills and recommended improvement to responsible parties.
- Inspected, with or without notice, premises where suspected violation of fire safety code existed.
- Performed regular inspections of public buildings for hazardous conditions or violations of safety standards.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects related to fire incidents.
- Perform fire investigations along with other members of the Investigation Team.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Firefighting
City of Asheville
Firefighting Academy08-1998
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Drafting And Design
Asheville Buncombe Technical College
Asheville, NC08-1992
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC08-1986
Skills
- Fire Cause / Origin Determination
- Code Compliance
- Emergency Response Planning
- Fire Prevention / Public Safety Education
- Incident Command System
- Fire Scene Investigation
- Fire Code Enforcement
- Life Safety Assessments
Certification
- NC Certified Fire / Arson Investigator (2017)
- NC Fire Prevention Inspector - Level III ((2013)
- NC Fire and Life Safety Educator - Level II (2004)
- NC Firefighter - Level II (2001)
- NC Hazaedous Materials Technician - Operations (1998)
- NC Swift Water Technician (1998)
Affiliations and Associations
- International Associastion of Arson Investigators (member)
- NC Chapter. International Association of Arson Investigators (member)
- NC State Firefighters Association (member)
- NC Fire Marshals Association (member)
Continuing Education and Training
- Legal Aspects of Discovery (State and Local). 4.0 hrs. (2013)
- Car Fire Investigation. 4.0 hrs. (2013)
- Interviewing Techniques. 4.0 hrs. (2013)
- Ignition Analysis. 2.0 hrs. (2013)
- NFPA 921 & 1033 Update. 4.0 hrs. (2014)
- Meth Lab Incidents. 2.0 hrs. (2014)
- Evidence Collection Techniques. 2.0 hrs. (2014)
- Testing the Hypotheses. 4.0 hrs. (2014)
- CSST and Lightning Related Fire Incidents. 2.0 hrs. (2015)
- Compartment Fire Dynamics and Damage Assessment. 4.0 hrs. (2015)
- ARC Mapping a Fire Scene. 4.0 hrs. (2015)
- Establishing Viable & Persuasive Theories in Forensic Investigation and Litigation. 4.0 hs. (2015)
- NC Department of Labor. Industry Awareness Course. 10 hrs. (2017)
- CV Preparation. Preparing for Court. 4.0 hrs. (2017)
- Investigator Health. Protecting yourself on a fire scene. 2.0 hrs. (2017)
- Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems and NFPA 17A. 4.0 hrs. (2017)
- Advanced Fatal Fire Investigations. 8.0 hrs. (2017)
- Arson Profiling. 8.0 hrs. (2018)
- Ventilation Impacts on room fires in full scale structures. 6.0 hrs. (2018)
- Case Study in Contested Investigations. 4.0 hrs. (2018)
- Appliance Fires. 4.0 hrs. (2017)
- Investigating Beyond Origin and Cause. 2.0 hrs. (2017)
- Legal Considerations Associated with Fire Investigations. 2.0 hrs. (2017)
- The Investigator and NFPA 1033. 8.0 hrs. (2018)
- Cell Phone Forensics. 8.0 hrs. (2018)
- Fire Protection Systems. 2.0 hrs. (2018)
- Fire Patterns. 4.0 hrs. (2018)
- Improving Fire Investigator Health and Safety. 4.0 hrs. (2018)
- CFI Trainer. Ethical Duties Beyond the Fire Scene. 3.0 hrs. (2021)
- NC / SC IAAI Conference. Quadrant Analysis. 8.0 hrs. (2021)
- NC / SC IAAI Conference. Battery Fire Investigation. 4.0 hrs. (2021)
- CFI Trainer. Fire Flow Analysis. 3.0 hrs. (2021)
- CFI Trainer. Basic Electricity. 4.0 hrs. (2021)
- CFI Trainer. Charting aYour Career Path in Fire Investigation. 3.0 hrs. (2022)
- CFI Trainer. Search and Seizure. 4.o hrs. (2022)
- CFI Trainer. Fire Investigation for Fire Officers. 3.0 hrs. (2022)
- Trending Topics in Fire Investigations. 16.0 hrs. (2022)
- UL's Fire Safety Institute. Lithium-Ion Safety Symposium: Challenges for the Fire Service. 6.75 hrs. (2023)
- Complex Fire Investigation Involving Electrical Analysis. 6.0 hrs. (2023)
- Investigating Fires Resulting from Marijuana Hash Oil. 5.0 hrs. (2023)
- Fire Photography "What is Fire Photography". 2.0 hrs. (2023)
- Digital Forensics in Modern Fire Investigations. 2.0 hrs. (2023)
- NFPA 1321 Standard on Fire Investigation Units - Introduction and Update. 1.5 hrs. hrs. (2023)
- Child & Adolescent Forensic Interviewing Considerations for Fire Scenes. 4.0 hrs. (2023)
- Explosion and Explosives Investigations. 4.0 hrs. (2023)
- Strategic Suspect Interviewing Techniques - Making Arson & Explosives Cases Stronger for Prosecution". 5.0 hrs. (2023)
- CSST & Lighting: An Examination of 2 Line-of-Duty Death Incidents. Webinar. 1.5 hrs. (2023)
- NC/SC IAAI Conference. Fire Investigator Safety. 4.0 hrs. (2023)
- NC/SC IAAI Conference. WNC Burned Remains. 3.0 hrs. (2023)
- Trending Topics in Fire Investigations. 16.0 hrs. (2022)
- The Engine and Ignition, Electrical and Fuel Systems. 3.0 hrs. (2024)
- Alternate Fuel Vehicles. 3.0 hrs. (2024)
- How First Responders Impact the Fire Investigation. 2.0 hrs. (2024)
- Fire Investigators Prosecution 101. 4.0 hrs. (2024)
- Explosives Awareness for Arson Investigators. 8.0 hrs. (2024)
- ATF / WNC Forensic Anthropology and Burned Remains. 8.0 hrs. (2024)
- Anatomy of the Stove Fire Accident, Anomaly or Arson ? 4.0 hrs. (2024)
Timeline
Fire Marshal
Weaverville Fire Department
10.2016 - Current
Assistant Fire Marshal
Buncombe County Fire Marshals Office
09.2012 - 10.2016
Construction Inspector
City of Asheville - Water Department
09.2010 - 10.2012
Deputy Fire Marshal
City of Asheville - Fire Department
08.1998 - 09.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Firefighting
City of Asheville
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Drafting And Design
Asheville Buncombe Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
Western Carolina University
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