Business Details
Trusted Fire Protection Engineering Solutions
Poole Fire Protection is a leading fire protection engineering firm specializing in code consulting, life safety analysis, fire protection system design, and construction management services. Our team of experienced engineers, code consultants, and life safety professionals actively contributes to the development of fire safety regulations, ensuring compliance and innovation in every project. With decades of combined experience, we leverage real-world insights and technical expertise to deliver cutting-edge solutions tailored to diverse facilities, including military, aviation, healthcare, and industrial sites.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our involvement with national fire protection associations and our ability to balance prescriptive code requirements with performance-based design. Clients benefit from our objective expertise, cost-effective strategies, and a proven track record in mitigating fire risks while prioritizing public safety.
Services
Fire Protection Design
Code Consulting
System Commissioning
Risk Assessments
Expert Witness Services
Smoke Control Analysis
Fire Modeling
Training Programs
Litigation Support
Construction Management
Highlights and features
- Our engineers have over 34 years of experience in fire protection and code consulting.
- We actively participate in NFPA technical committees shaping fire safety regulations.
- Licensed professionals in 49 U.S. states and territories ensure nationwide compliance expertise.
- Performance-based design solutions balance code requirements with architectural intent.
- Third-party commissioning guarantees objective validation of fire protection system performance.
Services
Fire Protection Design
Our fire protection design services create customized suppression, detection, and smoke management systems using 3D modeling software. We ensure compliance with NFPA standards while balancing architectural intent and budget constraints. Projects include automatic sprinkler systems, clean agent suppression, and engineered alternatives for complex facilities.
Code Consulting
Code consulting services analyze building codes and develop compliance strategies for new and existing structures. Our engineers, who participate in NFPA technical committees, provide code footprint documentation and alternative design solutions that meet safety requirements while minimizing construction delays.
Risk Assessments
Risk assessment services identify fire hazards through computer modeling and on-site evaluations. We develop mitigation plans, business continuity strategies, and loss identification profiles to reduce operational risks while ensuring compliance with life safety codes for commercial and industrial facilities.
Expert Witness Services
Our licensed engineers provide forensic analysis, accident reconstruction, and expert testimony for fire-related legal cases. With decades of experience in fire science and code compliance, we deliver technical insights and courtroom-ready documentation to support insurance claims and litigation proceedings.
System Commissioning
System commissioning validates fire protection system performance through acceptance testing and integrated system evaluations. We verify sprinkler operations, alarm functionality, and smoke control systems against design specifications, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards and authority having jurisdiction requirements.
People
Laura Poole
President
Laura Poole oversees business operations and contract administration at Poole Fire Protection. With a background in computer programming and financial management, she ensures projects stay within budget and timeline while maintaining compliance with contractual obligations.
Jack Poole
Principal
Jack Poole, a licensed fire protection engineer in 49 states, specializes in suppression system design and fire risk assessments. With 34 years of experience, he provides expert legal testimony and code analysis while contributing to NFPA technical committees shaping fire safety standards.
Drew Poole
Principal
Drew Poole leads engineering and business development operations. Holding advanced degrees in fire protection engineering, he focuses on performance-based design solutions and serves on technical advisory boards for universities and professional organizations.
Stephanie Poole
Principal
Stephanie Poole specializes in fire modeling and performance-based design. As a licensed engineer, she conducts facility assessments and code consulting for residential, commercial, and hotel projects while maintaining affiliations with national fire protection associations.
Questions
What fire protection services does Poole Fire Protection offer?
We provide fire protection system design, code consulting, risk assessments, commissioning, expert witness services, and specialized training programs for life safety compliance.
Do you work with clients outside the United States?
While based in Kansas, our engineers hold licenses in 49 U.S. states and territories, enabling nationwide project execution with global technical consultation capabilities.
How do you ensure compliance with fire safety codes?
Our team actively participates in NFPA code development committees and conducts detailed code footprint analyses to align designs with current regulatory standards.
Can you assist with fire protection system testing?
Yes, we offer independent system commissioning, acceptance testing, and smoke control validation to verify performance against NFPA and OSHA standards.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve aviation, healthcare, energy, federal, residential, and mission-critical facilities with tailored fire protection solutions developed through 35+ years of industry experience.
