30 Forensic Engineering Proudly Announces Maksym Tykhomyrov P.Eng. Attainment of the Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI) Designation

April 15, 2024 | Last updated on September 9, 2024
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TORONTO, ON, APRIL 15, 2024 /insPRESS/ – 30 Forensic Engineering, Canada’s leading multidisciplinary forensics firm, is pleased to announce that Maksym Tykhomyrov, CFEI, CVFI, P.Eng. is certified by the National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI) as a Vehicle Fire Investigator.

Maksym is a licensed Professional Engineer in the provinces of Ontario and British Columbia and both a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), and a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI). He began work as a forensic investigator in 2018 and has since been involved in over 200 electrical and fire investigations, primarily involving electrical failures. Maksym holds a Master of Electrical Engineering from The East Ukrainian National University, Luhansk, Ukraine, and a diploma in Wind Power Development and Use from LIFE Academy, Sweden. He is also a certified Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) pilot.

SPECIALIZED PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

  • Residential and Complex Industrial Electrical Fire Loss Investigation
  • Root Cause Failure Analysis of Electric and Electronic Assemblies, Appliances and Installations
  • Electrical systems design and Installation
  • Electrical Project Supervision & Organization
  • Risk Mitigation Audits, Remediation Assessment

Rashmiya Raviraj, B.A.Sc., CFEI, P.Eng., Practice Lead, Fire & Electrical, says: “Maksym’s expertise in both electrical and fire investigations, complemented by his vehicle fire certification, positions him as an ideal investigator for vehicle fire investigations. His proficiency in electrical systems is valuable for examining fires and failures related to the electrical systems within vehicles, including Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) and Electric Vehicles (EVs). With a specialized focus on electrical failures, relevant certifications, and a dedication to professional standards, he is well-prepared to analyze potential issues and contribute to the comprehension of incidents involving vehicle fires. Congratulations Maksym!”

About 30 Forensic Engineering

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multidisciplinary forensic firms, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Ottawa. Our core team of 80+ professional engineers, experts, investigators, engineering technicians and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers and specialized consultants in North America supporting clients across multiple sectors and industries including:

Environmental Health Care Hospitality Infrastructure Insurance Legal Manufacturing Renewable Energy Commercial & Residential Property Construction

We provide world-class engineering and consulting expertise in:

Biomechanics & Personal Injury

Building & Fire Code Building Science & Building Envelope Civil & Structural Engineering Collision Reconstruction Construction Digital Media Analysis Fire & Electrical Geotechnical Engineering Human Factors Materials & Product Failure Remediation Special Investigation Transportation

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