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Anthony Rago

Team Leader - Toronto

Areas of Expertise

Fire + Life Safety Systems Design
Code Review + Compliance
Fire Alarm + Detection Systems
Fire Suppression Systems Design + Consulting
Building, Fire + Life Safety Codes
Passive Fire Protection
Performance-Based Design (PBD)
Fire Protection System Inspection and Testing
Research + Development
Property Condition Assessments
Egress Analysis
Accessibility Design Reviews
Performance Solutions
Project Management
Fire Testing

Canada

Anthony is a well-rounded fire protection consultant with extensive expertise in building and fire code consulting, fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and fire pump systems analysis, design, and construction oversight. As a Team Leader, he contributes to numerous projects, including retail, industrial, low- and high-rise residential and multi-use developments. Architects, engineers, and developers seek his expertise in code consulting, fire and life safety strategies, and alternative methods to help them achieve their design goals. Contractors appreciate his hands-on approach to bringing a project to completion. Anthony is an active fire protection community member and President of the Canadian Fire Safety Association.

Education / Certifications
  • BS, Fire and Safety Engineering Technology, University of Cincinnati
  • Diploma, Technology Degree, Fire Protection Engineering, Seneca College
  • President, Canadian Fire Safety Association
  • Member, Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE), Southern Ontario Chapter
  • Member, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  • Alternate, Technical Committee for NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection