Salary Survey Summary Data for Fire Protection Engineer

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Job Description: Advises and assists private and public organizations for purposes of safeguarding life and property against fire, explosion, and related hazards. Makes studies of industrial, mercantile, and public buildings, homes, and other property before and after construction, considering factors, such as fire resistance of construction, usage or contents of buildings, water supplies and water delivery, and egress facilities. Designs or recommends materials or equipment, such as structural components protection, fire-detection equipment, alarm systems, fire extinguishing devices and systems, and advises on location, handling, installation, and maintenance. Conducts research and tests on fire retardants and fire safety of materials and devices and to determine fire causes and methods of fire maintenance. Requires a bachelor's degree in fire engineering or fire science.: Recommends materials, equipment, or methods for alleviation of conditions conducive to fire. Devises fire protection programs, and organizes and trains personnel to carry out such programs. Conducts research to discover facts, or performs research directed toward investigation, evaluation, and application of known fire prevention engineering theories and principles. Plans and conducts, or directs personnel performing, complex experiments to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions on basis of research findings and experiences of others researching in related technological areas. May evaluate fire departments and adequacy of laws, ordinances, and regulations affecting fire prevention or fire safety. May teach courses on fire prevention and protection at accredited educational institutions. May advise and plan for prevention of destruction by fire, wind, water, or other causes of damage. May conduct research to determine fire causes and methods of fire prevention. May be called upon to testify in court. hide...show full description

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