Technical Panel Selected for Fire Dynamics and Firefighting Tactics in Multi-Story Residential Structures Research Project
The Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), part of UL Research Institutes, is pleased to introduce the technical panel members who have been chosen to participate in the Fire Dynamics and Firefighting Tactics in Multi-Story Residential Structures research project. The nearly 600 applicants from 49 states and Washington D.C. reflect the widespread interest and expertise in this field. FSRI is truly thankful to those who applied, and the caliber of applicants made the selection process particularly challenging.
Selected members were chosen based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors including fire service experience, geographic representation, department size, department type, and areas of expertise. FSRI’s goal was to assemble a highly diverse panel capable of providing varied perspectives and insights. Opportunities for continued involvement and collaboration will be available, ensuring that the collective knowledge and expertise of the fire service are fully leveraged in the research.
| Name | Department |
|---|---|
| Ian Bennett | Seattle Fire Department, WA |
| Mason Brandt | Fire Department Mount Joy, PA |
| Jim Davis | Chicago Fire Department, IL |
| Sean Duffy | Ann Arbor Fire Department, MI |
| Ashley Engler | Lincoln Fire and Rescue, NE |
| Clyde Gordon | City of Houston Fire, TX |
| Keegan Gorham | South Adams County Fire Department, CO |
| Jenna Graham | Mountain View Fire Department, CA |
| Jonathan Hall | Saint Paul Fire Department, MN |
| Alex Hilliard | Fire Department of New York, NY |
| James Johnson | Vancouver Fire Rescue Services, British Columbia, CA |
| Sam Kraeszig | Indianapolis Fire Department, IN |
| Chris Kidder | South Walton Fire District, FL |
| Creston Ludlow | Phoenix Fire Department, AZ |
| Peter Morotto | Bridgeport Fire Department, CT |
| Andrew Murtagh | San Francisco Fire Department, CA |
| Dave Quick | City of Manchester Fire Department, NH |
| William Rector | Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, MD |
| Devon Richio | Philadelphia Fire Department, PA |
| Steve Robertson | Columbus Ohio Division of Fire, OH |
| Ryan Robinson | Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, OR |
| Kyle Romagus | East Montgomery County Fire Department, TX |
| Grant Schwalbe | Estero Fire Rescue, FL |
| Kyle Stephens | Baltimore City Fire Department, MD |
| Justin Yanosick | Boston Fire Department, MA |
To improve continuity between fire service research projects, three members of the Size-Up and Search & Rescue Technical Panel were selected to rollover to this panel and continue serving as well.
| Name | Department |
|---|---|
| Chris Finelli | District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department, DC |
| Richard Ray | Creedmoor Volunteer Fire Department, NC |
| Ron Smith | Gary Fire Department, IN |
