Loss Investigations
Loss Investigations
Investigate fire and explosion events to determine causes, identify contributing factors, and ultimately prevent similar incidents. Establishing the cause of a loss and identifying factors contributing to its extent are necessary to prevent similar incidents and to correctly assign liability.
How We Can Help
Fires and explosions can often destroy evidence of their origin, making it challenging to determine the cause of an event and assess the full extent of the resulting damage. At PLC, a Jensen Hughes Company, our multidisciplinary loss investigation and forensic engineering team has the expertise required to support these complex investigations. Our services range from file and report reviews to complete investigations and detailed reporting, carried out by experienced professionals with the technical knowledge needed to help explain fire and explosion events.
Our Loss Investigation services support the following, including:
- Insurance claims
- Litigation
- Regulatory compliance
- Internal risk management
Our Expertise
To every investigation, our team brings expertise in important subjects, including:
- Fire cause determination
- Fire growth and spread
- Fire and explosion dynamics
- Modeling of fire events
- Identification of factors contributing to the loss
- Material flammability
- Fire protection system operation/contribution
- Role of emergency response in controlling losses
- Fire safety codes and standards
Our specialists apply scientific methodologies—collecting facts, gathering evidence, and forming and testing hypotheses—to reach supportable and defendable conclusions that consider all factors and perspectives on a particular loss. Findings are discussed with the client and, where appropriate, documented in a report. Before finalization, all investigations undergo an internal, formal quality review to ensure technical accuracy.
Why Choose Us As Your Partner
Partner with us to gain peace of mind and actionable insights. Our thorough, science-based approach helps you accurately assign liability, reduce future risk exposure, and make informed decisions about claims and recovery. We deliver clear, defensible conclusions that withstand scrutiny in legal proceedings, helping you resolve disputes efficiently and protect your interests.
Our multidisciplinary team works quickly to preserve and analyze evidence before it’s lost, potentially saving you significant costs associated with prolonged investigations or disputed claims. Most importantly, our findings help you implement targeted improvements to prevent similar losses and protect your people, property, and bottom line.
Download our Complete Services Guide
Our Services Guide provides complete descriptions of all our fire and life safety services, a mapping of services to sectors, plus information about our:
- Quality Management Program
- Health and Safety Program
- Corporate Security Program
If you don’t see a particular service in the list below, that doesn’t mean we can’t help, please contact us so we can understand your needs.
How Can We Help?
We have offices across Canada and are available via toll-free phone or email.