Description
Design and evaluate fire protection systems; investigate fire hazards and causes; and recommend code-compliant materials, equipment, and strategies to safeguard life, property, and operations from fire, explosion, and related risks.
- • Review plans and sites to define fire protection needs, water supply, egress, and materials.
- • Advise architects, engineers, and contractors on fire codes and protection methods.
- • Investigate fire incidents and identify preventive measures.
- • Consult with authorities having jurisdiction on safety regulations and improvements.
- • Develop fire and life safety strategies, including egress, compartmentation, and smoke control.
- • Study ignition sources, fuel properties, and fire dynamics.
- • Present at and attend seminars to exchange fire protection knowledge.
- • Create training materials and deliver fire protection training.
- • Evaluate fire department access, water supply, and regulatory impacts on safety.
- • Research fire retardants and material fire performance.
- • Write technical reports, code analyses, and review schedules.
- • Direct procurement, installation, testing, maintenance, and operation of fire protection systems.
- • Design fire detection, alarm/notification, and suppression systems.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
