Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Forensic Engineering Services in Asheville
Since 1992, Heath and Associates has provided specialized technical consulting services to clients across North America. Our expertise spans forensic engineering, product safety analysis, litigation support, and quality assurance for industrial equipment including lifting devices, cranes, hoists, and manufacturing systems. With decades of hands-on experience in engineering, manufacturing, and management roles, we deliver practical solutions grounded in real-world applications rather than theoretical concepts. Our principal engineer, Frederick G. Rick Heath, brings extensive industry knowledge from owning and operating metal fabrication companies, developing product standards, and addressing complex compliance issues.We specialize in accident investigation, forensic analysis, expert testimony, and product design optimization while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements like OSHA, EPA, and DOT standards. Our services extend to instructional material development, warning label validation, third-party testing, and preparation of trial evidence. By combining technical proficiency with courtroom-ready documentation, we serve as trusted partners for legal professionals and manufacturers seeking authoritative engineering insights.
Services
Forensic Engineering
Product Safety Analysis
Litigation Support
Quality Assurance
Accident Investigation
Regulatory Compliance
Expert Testimony
Equipment Evaluation
Warning Label Validation
Manufacturing Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of hands-on engineering and manufacturing experience
- Our principal engineer develops real-world product compliance standards
- Specialized in OSHA/EPA regulatory compliance and accident reconstruction
- Proven track record in forensic analysis and expert courtroom testimony
- Comprehensive evaluation of lifting equipment safety and performance
Services
Forensic Engineering
Our forensic engineering services investigate equipment failures and industrial accidents using scientific methodology. We conduct site inspections, analyze component stress points, and recreate incidents to determine root causes. Clients receive detailed technical reports with clear conclusions about equipment performance and safety compliance.
Litigation Support
We provide comprehensive litigation support including expert witness testimony, evidence preparation, and technical documentation. Our services cover depositions, trial exhibits, and courtroom-ready analysis of product liability cases involving industrial equipment failures and safety violations.
Product Safety Analysis
Our safety analysis identifies potential hazards in equipment design and operation. We assess compliance with ANSI, ASME, and OSHA standards through risk assessments, warning label validation, and instructional material reviews to help manufacturers prevent accidents and reduce liability exposure.
Regulatory Compliance
We help clients navigate complex regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, and DOT compliance. Our services cover equipment certification, documentation development, and compliance audits to ensure industrial systems meet current safety and environmental standards.
Accident Investigation
Our accident investigation services combine engineering principles with investigative techniques to determine incident causes. We document findings through photographic evidence, witness interviews, and technical analysis to support insurance claims, legal proceedings, and safety improvements.
People
Frederick G. Rick Heath
Principal Engineer
Principal engineer with 30+ years in industrial equipment design and compliance. Former owner of metal fabrication companies, expert in product safety standards, and OSHA regulation compliance. Specializes in forensic analysis and expert testimony.
Questions
What engineering specialties does Heath and Associates offer?
We specialize in forensic engineering, product safety analysis, litigation support, regulatory compliance, and accident investigation for industrial equipment including lifting devices, cranes, and manufacturing systems.
How does your forensic engineering process work?
Our process combines site inspections, component analysis, and incident reconstruction using engineering principles. We document findings in technical reports with clear conclusions about equipment performance and safety issues.
Do you provide expert testimony services?
Yes, we offer expert witness services including courtroom testimony, evidence preparation, and technical documentation for product liability cases involving industrial equipment failures and safety violations.
What regulatory standards do you work with?
We work with OSHA, EPA, DOT, ANSI, and ASME standards. Our compliance services help manufacturers meet current safety regulations and industry-specific requirements for industrial equipment.
How can you help with product liability cases?
We provide forensic analysis, accident reconstruction, and expert testimony to support legal cases involving equipment failures. Our services include evidence documentation and preparation of technical exhibits for trial.
What areas do you serve?
We provide engineering consulting services across North America, working with clients in manufacturing, legal, and insurance industries to resolve equipment safety and compliance issues.
