The Fire Prevention Bureau is responsible for determining the origin and cause of all fires located within the City.  Fire investigations are conducted to comply with Wisconsin State Statute that requires the Fire Chief to investigate all fire cause and origin.  Additionally, the information gathered assists the Bureau in determining if unsafe construction practices are present, juvenile firesetting activity, criminal     activity (arson), and product defects.  This information then provides the Bureau with invaluable information in determining the effectiveness of current programs, assists in projecting the need for additional programs, and assists in the investigation of crimes.

During the course of an investigation, investigators occasionally work with agencies outside the fire service.  The Kenosha Police and Sheriff Departments, insurance companies, and consumer product safety organizations are just a few that are routinely worked with.