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Fire Protection Engineering

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Knowledge, capabilities and practices associated fire prevention-related tools and their application to systems for minimizing the occurrence or effects of fire. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of applicable NFPA, OSHA, NASA, aerospace and/or prevention industry trends, standards and develops policies for fire prevention. Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of and contributes to resources available in the fire prevention community including NASA, DOD, academia, and industry. Capability to review and assess complex technical documents for their impact on fire prevention work. Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of Life Safety Systems. Capability to provide mitigation strategies for fire protection when requirements cannot be met..

Date Last Modified

2006-12-18