Online CFI Training Fire investigators flock to innovative and educational Web site.
A Web site designed to improve global fire investigation has provided 10,828 hours of education for 7,567 users in its first 14 months of operation.
The Department of Homeland Security's Web site featured CFITrainer.net for providing "high-quality, cost-effective training …"
CFITrainer.net is a cooperative effort of the International Association of Arson Investigators, Inc. (IAAI), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Insurance Committee for Arson Control. Stonehouse Media, which worked with IAAI to develop the network, branding and content, also furnishes the delivery platform and supports daily operations.
CFITrainer.net provides vital information on up-to-the-minute topics and brings case studies
to life with extraordinary production values. A complete training solution, it enables viewers to
instantly test their knowledge - while administrators get real-time reporting and tracking.
"Stonehouse Media's key value is helping the IAAI share its vast expertise worldwide, while presenting consistent programming with exceptional production value," said Stonehouse Media, president Rod Ammon.
Learning at work or home … without costly travel expenses The site is designed for IAAI members, as well those who simply want to keep up to date in this rapidly changing field. Viewers can interact with presenters at live Webinars or review archived versions.
A new module analyzes the deadly Rhode Island Station Nightclub fire that killed more than 100 people in 2003. The powerful program includes photos, an overview, timeline, reconstruction, fire simulation, reading list, skills challenge and more.
Stonehouse Media's learning management system allows it to analyze users' clicks on CFITrainer.net, view where people leave a session, and use this data in designing future programs.
Top Takeaways
Participants can test skills and get certified online - without traveling.
Online tracking system helps analyze activity and improve future content.
A soon-to-be-released CFI Calculator, downloadable to a Pocket PC or Palm, will allow users to do complex on-the-spot fire calculations.
