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

TORONTO, ON, APRIL 15, 2024 – 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!”

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