Fire Safety Public

MICHAEL FRIDIE

Atlanta, GA ***** 404-***-**** *************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Experienced fire safety and compliance professional with 15+ years in plan reviews, inspections, and regulatory enforcement. Proven ability to develop training programs, lead safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with fire, building, and ADA standards. Skilled collaborator adept at enhancing

public safety, operational efficiency, and risk management. Fully bilingual in English & Spanish, effectively communicating across diverse communities. Seeking to apply expertise in safety, compliance, and leadership across industries. Key Skills

• Fire Safety Compliance & Code

Enforcement

• Plan Review Expertise & Construction

Plan Analysis

• Inspection Training & High-Rise Safety

Protocols

• ADA Compliance & Regulatory

Collaboration

• Tank Installation Oversight &

Environmental Safety

• Fire Alarm Systems & Safety

Equipment Verification

Selected Accomplishments

• Legal Proceedings Representation &

Citation Resolution

• Public Safety Programs & Community

Outreach Initiatives

• Fire Radio Systems & Installation

Requirements

• Experienced in Commercial Fire

Sprinkler Reviews

• Emergency Planning & Evacuation

Procedures

• Interagency Coordination &

Stakeholder Engagement

• Fully Bilingual: English & Spanish

• Spearheaded the creation and implementation of a comprehensive training program for high-rise and low-rise building inspections, resulting in a 40% improvement in compliance rates.

• Led a collaboration with the State of Georgia to improve compliance with fire and ADA standards, setting a benchmark for regulatory partnerships.

• Oversaw the installation and removal of more than 100 fuel storage tanks, reducing safety violations by 30% and improving project completion efficiency by 15%. • Developed a city-wide plan review process, enhancing life safety measures in new constructions.

• Designed a targeted training initiative that improved team proficiency in fire safety protocols, leading to a 50% increase in inspector certification levels.

• Created a public education program for businesses that significantly reduced fire code violations and strengthened safety compliance culture. Professional Experience

Senior Fire Plan Reviewer

Dekalb County Fire Marshal Planning Division March 2018 – Present

• Conduct comprehensive fire plan reviews and inspections for high-rise and commercial properties, ensuring compliance with IFC, NFPA, and ADA codes.

• Develop and lead specialized training programs for inspectors, improving inspection accuracy and reducing code violations by 40%.

• Oversee fire alarm and sprinkler system installations, verifying adherence to NFPA 13, 13R, 13D, and 72 standards.

• Collaborate with state and local agencies to strengthen fire safety regulations and ADA compliance.

• Represent the department in court proceedings for fire citation cases, ensuring proper enforcement of fire codes.

• Spearhead safety drills and evacuation procedures for colleges, public schools, and commercial buildings.

• Play a key role in the mayor’s abandoned property safety initiative, contributing to urban safety and revitalization efforts.

• Provide bilingual fire safety training sessions, ensuring effective communication with Spanish-speaking business owners and community members. Fire Plan Reviewer

City of Atlanta, GA – Planning Division April 2007 – February 2018

• Conducted fire and life safety plan reviews for new construction projects, ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations.

• Provided public education on fire safety for businesses, leading to a significant reduction in fire code violations.

• Supervised the installation and removal of over 100 fuel storage tanks, improving environmental safety and reducing violations by 30%.

• Assisted in the development of city-wide fire safety initiatives, improving emergency preparedness and risk mitigation.

• Trained and mentored new inspectors, contributing to a 50% increase in certification levels across the team.

• Worked closely with state officials to improve fire safety and ADA compliance enforcement, setting a precedent for future regulatory partnerships.

• Offered bilingual consultation services to businesses and property owners, ensuring clear understanding of fire safety requirements.

Training & Certifications

• Campus Life Safety 1 Course Certification

• NYFD Certificate of Fitness J-1 Classification for Fire Prevention in High-Rise Hotels • NFPA Life Safety Code Certification

• GA Fire Inspector 1 Certification

• NFPA Fire Inspector 1 Certification

• Alabama College Fire Inspector II Certification

• NFPA Plan Review Certification

• Georgia Public Educator 1 Certification

• AFAA Fire Alarm Fundamentals Certification (NFPA 72)

• National Fire Academy Certification in Chemical Emergency Response

• Certified Public Speaker – Addressed 15,000 attendees at Chicago White Sox event

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