The American Academy of Forensic Sciences, a non-profit professional society organized in 1948, is devoted to the improvement, the administration, and the achievement of justice through the application of science to the processes of law.

ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is a law enforcement agency within the U.S. Department of Justice. Its unique responsibilities include protecting the public and reducing violent crime. ATF enforces the Federal laws and regulations relating to alcohol and tobacco diversion, firearms, explosives, and arson.

From 1993 through 2010, Fire Findings published a quarterly print newsletter. It’s a handy tool for building in-depth knowledge of the field; and it provides technical fire investigation information — practical information that can help you make better determinations and build successful cases.

IAAI consists of approximately 9,000 of the best fire investigation professionals in the world, united by a strong commitment to the suppression of the crime of arson.

Established in 1896, NFPA serves as the world's leading advocate of fire prevention and is an authoritative source on public safety.