Training Sessions
Forensic Engineering & Fire Investigation
Looking for training that is truly helpful? Information that actually relates to what you do everyday?
Nederveld offers FREE ON-SITE training sessions that can be customized to meet your needs. There are only two free training sessions available per month. Our free training session schedule fills up fast. Contact us today to schedule training that is customized to meet your needs via email
Whether you are interested in structural issues, fire investigations, water damage, product inspection or anything else that comes to mind, Nederveld's experience can help you save time and money. Our investigators will provide information and tips on areas that you specify are important to your job. Here is a list of our most popular sessions. If it's not on the list, contact us via email or call Jill at
Do you know the signs that point to a product as the cause of a fire? Find out what you should look for and what steps to take when you see these signs on one of your claims.
Learn what should be addressed in proper building design and who is responsible for each step so you’ll be able to tell when a problem with a building is really a problem with the design.
CDR - What Can It Do For You?
The new crash data retrieval system is a powerful tool; find out what information it can provide and how it can help you with your claims.
Decks, Balconies & Porches
Find out what the common mistakes are with these structures and how you can identify them in your claims.Fire Origin and Cause
This brief overview on the dynamics of fire as well as fire patterns, evidence of arson and ignition sources will help you make the quick decision of whether or not you need to call in an investigator.
Find out what leads to problems with foundations as well as what you should look for when you’re at the scene.
Are you aware of the risks posed by these labs, even after an explosion and after the chemicals have been removed from the scene? This session will show you the signs of a meth lab and the safety precautions needed in these situations.
Get help with your mold claims with this overview of the different causes of mold, what mold testing can tell you and proper remediation procedures.
Preserving Fire Scenes
Do you know what steps can help an investigator find the origin and cause of the fire? Find out how to help your investigations and keep spoliation out of your claims with this session.Product Inspections
How do you know when a product is defective or if it was simply used incorrectly? When do you need destructive testing? This session will answer these questions and give you pointers on how to handle these inspections without spoliating evidence.
How do you know when a claim is caused by improper ventilation? This session will show you what proper ventilation looks like and what problems you can expect to see if it’s not present.
Roofs
Wondering if the roof was designed, framed or shingled properly? This session will give you pointers on what to look for as well the telltale signs of long-term damage.
Learn how these fires are unique and how this can impact your investigation of these fires.
Vehicle Inspections
Get tips on finding out if damage is consistent with the insured’s story and when an equipment or installation failure is involved with an accident.Is the water from a roof leak, a defective product, poor design, grading issues or maintenance problems? Get some quick tips that will help you narrow down your hunt for the cause of water damage.
This session will show you what proper installation of this feature looks like as well as what problems you can expect to see if it wasn’t installed properly.
From proper fasteners and sealing to installation and manufacturing, this session will help you get to the bottom of problems with windows and doors.
