Ronald Jarocha

IAAI CFI

Fire Consultant

Biography

Ronald Jarocha is an experienced fire and explosion investigator, having dedicated 29 years to the field of forensics. Ron has the professionalism and expertise to ensure each assignment is investigated and documented with the thoroughness required to support claims decisions and potential future litigation. Additionally, Ron has been qualified as a testifying expert more than 60 times, in both criminal and civil cases. Ron is a Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI; National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications; and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner’s Office). Ron is also a Certified Evidence Collection Technician (IAAI-ECT) and a licensed Private Investigator in Florida.

Credentials

  • IAAI CFI | Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator

Professional Experience

  • 2017 - 2022 | | Jack Ward Fire Consultants
  • 1992 - 2017 | | Pennsylvania State Police
  • 1988 - 1992 | | Air Force

Education

  • Pennsylvania State Police Academy - Pennsylvania

Affiliations

  • International Association of Arson Investigators
  • Pennsylvania Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators
  • Florida Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators