Wherever a fire occurs, we have the expertise to investigate
The trusted forensic fire provider in Australia and across the world. Leading conversations and driving the fire investigation industry forward.
WHAT WE INVESTIGATE
Forensic Origin and Cause Investigations is an independent forensic fire and explosion investigation company. With more than 12 years of experience in fire science, fire dynamics, and origin and cause investigations, we deliver evidence-based investigations into how fires and explosions start, develop, and spread. Built on quality investigations and reporting while contributing to a stronger, more informed industry through education and knowledge sharing.
10 PILLARS, THE ALL ROUNDED FIRM FOR FORENSIC FIRE INVESTIGATION IN AUSTRALIA
Every fire scene tells a story, but the evidence is often complex, damaged or time-sensitive. We investigate a wide range of fire and explosion matters, applying a systematic and evidence-based approach to determine the area of origin, examine potential ignition sources and assess the most probable cause.
We work across residential, commercial, industrial, vehicle, heavy machinery, and mining-related losses, including complex and time-sensitive matters requiring rapid response.
Our fire investigators are based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia and have the ability and flexibility to service all states and territories across Australia and the world.
PERFORMANCE
12+
years of industry experience
5
keynotes and presentations
3
countries serviced
+700
cases completed
2
award recognition for business practice
92%
client retention
100%
client satisfaction
WHO WE HELP
Forensic Origin and Cause Investigations is a specialist, founder-led fire investigation firm built on independence, technical expertise and clear communication. We work with insurers, legal teams, businesses and industry clients who need evidence-based answers after a fire or explosion.
Trusted by insurers, legal teams and industry clients when fire losses require expert answers.
Forensic Origin and Cause Investigations was built to provide more than a standard fire investigation service. We combine technical expertise, forensic methodology and practical industry understanding to deliver clear, independent answers when they matter most.
We understand that every fire loss sits within a wider context. For insurers, that may mean claim decisions, recovery potential and liability considerations. For legal teams, it may mean expert evidence that needs to withstand scrutiny. For businesses, it may mean understanding what happened, what failed and what can be done next.
Insurers & Loss Adjusters
Our role is to provide clear evidence-based findings that assist with claim decisions, recovery opportunities, liability considerations and next steps.
Legal Professionals
Whether a matter involves a disputed fire cause, liability issue, criminal proceeding or civil claim, we provide technical insight in a format that is clear, defensible and grounded in forensic methodology.
Commercial & Industrial Clients
Our investigations help identify the likely origin and cause, understand contributing factors and support risk management, insurance and operational decisions.
Government and Emergency Stakeholders
We also support government bodies, emergency services, industry groups and technical teams through independent investigation, education, training and expert review. Our work helps improve understanding of fire behaviour, ignition risks, investigation methodology and prevention opportunities.
Fire investigation is often misunderstood, yet it plays a critical role in insurance claims, legal matters, public safety, product accountability and risk prevention.
INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED BRAND
DRIVING POWERFUL DISCUSSIONS IN THE WORLD OF FIRE SCIENCE AND FIRE INVESTIGATION
What The Fire is our education platform created to make fire science, origin and cause investigation, expert evidence and real-world fire risks more accessible to the industries we work with.
Through conversations with fire investigators, forensic experts, engineers, insurers, lawyers, and industry professionals, we explore the lessons from fire events and the evidence that helps explain how they occur.
From vehicle and machinery fires to lithium-ion battery risks, commercial kitchen fires, expert testimony, emerging technologies and the future of forensic investigation, What The Fire brings technical knowledge into a format that is practical, engaging and relevant.
It reflects our broader commitment to education, industry collaboration and raising the standard of fire investigation in Australia and beyond.
OUR AFFILIATIONS WITH PROFESSIONAL BODIES
