Paul H. Schneider, Jr., IAAI-CFI

Fire Practice Leader

Forensic Services

Kansas City

Background

Mr. Paul Schneider holds an A.A. in Fire Science and is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators.  He is also a Certified Fire Investigator in Missouri and holds private investigator licenses in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Illinois.

As a firefighter for 25+ years, Mr. Schneider has seen a wide range of fire, arson, and explosion scenarios. As a fire investigator, he has conducted origin and cause investigations on fatal structure fires, residential fires, commercial fires, vehicle fires, and post-blast investigations.

Mr. Schneider is highly knowledgeable about fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, fire suppression operations, hazardous materials incidents, building construction plans, and fire/explosion investigations.

Education and Certifications

  • Fire Science, A.A.: Kansas City Kansas Community College (2018)
  • Emergency Medical Technician: Washburn University (1996)
  • Certified Fire Investigator: International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI)
  • Vehicle Fire Endorsement: International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI)
  • Certified Fire Investigator: State of Missouri
  • Certified Fire Inspector I: International Code Council
  • Certified Firefighter 1&2: Kansas (Tested)
  • Certified Fire Service Instructor (Tested)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Technician (Tested)