Fire Inspector, Fire and Life Safety Compliance Resume Rahul Norris Fire Inspector, Fire and Life Safety Compliance (301) 555-6842 rahul.norris@example.com linkedin.com/example/rahulnorris Hagerstown, MD 21740 STRENGTHS Defensible Code Decisions A difficult field condition became a clear decision after comparing plans, observations, and applicable code language. Acceptance Testing During system testing, careful records helped contractors correct deficiencies and return with focused retesting. Technical Mentoring Newer inspectors brought unusual questions forward, and practical review helped them build sound judgment. Clear Documentation Concise reports connected observed conditions with requirements, giving project teams a workable next step. Stakeholder Coordination Architects, engineers, owners, and contractors received direct explanations that kept safety decisions moving. SKILLS Fire Inspections Plan Review NFPA Standards IBC Requirements Fire Codes Life Safety Codes Architectural Drawings Site Plans Fire Alarms Fire Pumps Suppression Systems Acceptance Testing Inspection Reports Code Interpretation Inspector Mentoring LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Intermediate 20 MY CAREER 8 Years Senior Fire Inspector, Commercial and Multifamily Construction at Blue Ridge Code Consulting (2.8 Years) Fire Inspector II, Commercial Property Compliance at Potomac Fire Protection Review (1.8 Years) Fire Prevention Inspector, Public and Commercial Occupancies at Capital Region Fire and Rescue (1.6 Years) Firefighter and Fire Systems Technician, Fire Service Operations at Chesapeake Municipal Fire Department (1.9 Years) SUMMARY Fire Inspector with 8 years and 3 months of progressive fire service, inspection, plan review , and code compliance experience across commercial and residential construction. Holds NFPA 1030 Consolidated Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner Certification plus Pro Board Fire Inspector II Certification. Reviews architectural drawings, specifications, site plans, alarm layouts, suppression systems , pumps, and construction conditions against NFPA standards, IBC provisions, life safety codes, ordinances, and adopted fire regulations. Witnesses functional performance and acceptance testing, prepares concise reports and technical correspondence, and makes defensible code decisions that protect public safety and support project progress. Communicates clearly with architects, engineers, developers, contractors, owners, tenants, coworkers, and the public. Guides developing inspectors while maintaining current fire prevention knowledge. EXPERIENCE Senior Fire Inspector, Commercial and Multifamily Construction Blue Ridge Code Consulting January 2024 - Present Hagerstown, MD Lead advanced fire and life safety inspections , plan reviews, acceptance testing , and technical coordination for commercial and multifamily construction. Support occupancy milestones, resolve sensitive code questions, and guide junior inspectors through unusual field conditions and defensible documentation. Led commercial inspections by comparing permitted plans with field conditions before occupancy milestones. Reviewed alarm, suppression, pump, architectural, and site documents against NFPA and IBC requirements . Witnessed fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and pump acceptance tests, coordinating contractor retesting. Prepared formal reports and memoranda linking observed conditions with applicable code requirements. Guided junior inspectors through unusual conditions, plan interpretation, and defensible documentation practices. Coordinated architects , engineers, developers, owners, contractors , and occupants on sensitive compliance matters. Fire Inspector II, Commercial Property Compliance Potomac Fire Protection Review March 2022 - December 2023 Rockville, MD Performed independent inspections, plan reviews, acceptance testing , and code research for new and renovated commercial properties. Evaluated atypical conditions, communicated findings to project teams, and coached newer inspectors during joint field assignments. Inspected commercial properties for egress , fire resistance , alarms, suppression, and life safety conditions. Reviewed sprinkler, alarm, pump, and special suppression permit packages for code conflicts. Observed acceptance tests, verifying device operation, alarm notification, and water based system performance. Translated NFPA and IBC findings into concise reports, correction notices, and correspondence. Evaluated atypical conditions through drawings, specifications , site observations, and focused code research. Coached newer inspectors on consistent methods, professional communication, and defensible code documentation. Fire Prevention Inspector, Public and Commercial Occupancies Capital Region Fire and Rescue July 2020 - February 2022 Bowie, MD Conducted fire prevention and life safety inspections across public, residential, and commercial occupancies. Read plans, assessed protection features, documented hazards, supported acceptance activities, and maintained practical relationships with property representatives and fire service personnel. Performed occupancy inspections, documenting hazards and confirming corrective actions during reinspections. Inspected alarms, sprinklers, standpipes , extinguishers , and related protection features under adopted codes. Compared floor plans and life safety drawings with installed conditions and design intent. Prepared field reports and investigative correspondence describing deficiencies and required follow up. Supported alarm and suppression acceptance activities through functional testing and closeout documentation. Communicated code expectations clearly with owners, tenants , contractors, and fire service personnel. Firefighter and Fire Systems Technician, Fire Service Operations Chesapeake Municipal Fire Department July 2018 - June 2020 Annapolis, MD Supported fire service operations while building field expertise in construction, fire protection systems , emergency access, and life safety hazards. Completed surveys, documentation, equipment observations, and recurring training that supported advancement into inspection and plan review work. Supported fire service operations involving alarms, suppression systems , pumps, egress, and building hazards. Conducted pre incident surveys documenting access, protection systems, occupancy concerns, and response conditions. Evaluated visible alarm and suppression equipment, referring deficiencies through established maintenance channels. Used building plans to understand protection layouts, water supplies, access routes, and operations. Produced clear incident and inspection documentation in English for supervisory review and follow up. Completed recurring fire prevention , safety, and code training supporting inspection career growth. PROJECTS Commercial Acceptance Testing Program 2024 Witnessed coordinated acceptance testing for alarms, sprinklers, suppression systems, and fire pumps. Clear records helped project teams resolve deficiencies and move confidently toward occupancy. Multifamily Life Safety Plan Review 2023 Compared architectural drawings, site plans, specifications, and field conditions for multifamily construction. Careful questions turned difficult code issues into practical correction paths. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS NFPA 1030 Consolidated Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner Certification, earned 2023. Pro Board Fire Inspector II Certification, earned 2022. Technical mentorship recognition for guiding developing inspectors through field code decisions. EDUCATION High School Diploma Annapolis High School GPA: 4.0 2018 Annapolis, MD Coursework: Fire prevention, building construction, emergency response, safety procedures CERTIFICATIONS NFPA 1030 Consolidated Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner Certification 2023 Pro Board Fire Inspector II Certification 2022 Maryland Driver's License 2018 TECHNICAL SKILLS Fire Protection Systems: Fire alarms, fire pumps, sprinkler systems Suppression Systems: Water based suppression, special suppression, extinguishing systems Codes and Standards: NFPA standards, IBC provisions, local fire codes Life Safety Review: Egress, fire resistance, occupancy safety Plan Review Documents: Architectural drawings, specifications, site plans Testing and Commissioning: Functional testing, acceptance testing, retesting Inspection Documentation: Inspection reports, correction notices, technical memoranda Construction Inspection: Active construction, field conditions, occupancy milestones Code Research: Code interpretation, ordinances, fire regulations Stakeholder Coordination: Architects, engineers, contractors, property owners Inspector Development: Technical mentoring, inspection practice, field guidance Fire Service Operations: Pre incident surveys, emergency access, response planning SKILLS Fire Inspections Plan Review NFPA Standards IBC Requirements Fire Codes Life Safety Codes Architectural Drawings Site Plans Fire Alarms Fire Pumps Suppression Systems Acceptance Testing Inspection Reports Code Interpretation Inspector Mentoring PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Fire prevention and inspection community, supporting current code knowledge and peer practice. Municipal fire service network, maintaining practical ties with inspectors and emergency responders. LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Intermediate) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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