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Education
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Continuing Education and Training
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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 Academy
08-1998

Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Drafting And Design

Asheville Buncombe Technical College
Asheville, NC
08-1992

Some College (No Degree) - General Education

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
08-1986

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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