Mike Wisekal, MSc, AAs, CFI, FIT, MIFireE, MIAAI, APAEWE
Regional Manager, Marine Lead, Principal Investigator
United Kingdom
About Mike
Education / Certifications
- MSc, Fire Investigation, University of Central Lancashire
- Criminal Justice Technology, Prince Georges Community College
- Military Policing, US Army Military Police School
- Managing Safely, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
- Certified Fire Investigator, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Fire Investigation Technician, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Certified Professional Coach, Intl. Coach Academy
- Past Member, United Kingdom Assoc. of Fire Investigators
- Member, The Institution of Fire Engineers
- Member, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence
- Diploma in Marine Accident Investigation
- Certificate in Maritime Fire Safety
- Certificate in Maritime Safety Management & the ISM Code
About Mike
Mike has worked in the fire industry since 1997, serving nearly 18 years in the Fire Service. His fire service career included fulfilling various roles from operational firefighter to Incident Commander. Part of his operational training included structural firefighting, firefighting at sea, road traffic collisions, fire behaviour training, and health and safety training. During his service, he was deployed to numerous
incidents involving a diverse range of operational challenges involving risk to life and property.
Education / Certifications
- MSc, Fire Investigation, University of Central Lancashire
- Criminal Justice Technology, Prince Georges Community College
- Military Policing, US Army Military Police School
- Managing Safely, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
- Certified Fire Investigator, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Fire Investigation Technician, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Certified Professional Coach, Intl. Coach Academy
- Past Member, United Kingdom Assoc. of Fire Investigators
- Member, The Institution of Fire Engineers
- Member, Intl. Assoc. of Arson Investigators
- Advanced Professional Award in Expert Witness Evidence
- Diploma in Marine Accident Investigation
- Certificate in Maritime Fire Safety
- Certificate in Maritime Safety Management & the ISM Code
See Insights from Mike
Fanning the Flames: Panel Discussion on Maritime Safety at Cargo Insurance London 2025
Explore the risks that come with container fires, misdeclared cargo, and fire investigation challenges in our CIL25 panel with experts Mike Wisekal & Mark Ross.
Charting the Waters of Marine Fire Investigation
Mike Wisekal discusses shipboard fire incidents and the importance of ISM guidelines on CSI on Fire.
SOLAS Regulations in Marine Fire Investigations
Learn more about how Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), the ISM Code, and the Ship Safety Management System (SMS) form a comprehensive framework for ensuring maritime safety.
Conducting Scene Risk Assessments for Structural Fires Investigations
When undertaking a scene risk assessment, investigators bear in mind three key elements: hazards, risks, and control measures.
Know Your Fire Investigator's Certifications & Methodology
Claims success begins with knowing your appointed fire investigator, their certifications, and professional methodology.
When Alarm Bells Ring: How Forensic Fire Investigators Uncover Arson Fraud
Recognition of warning signs are key to identifying arson insurance fraud and obtaining evidence for fraudulent claims