Michael Townsend, CFPS, CSP

Lead Consultant


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Michael has diverse fire protection engineering experience and in-field industrial safety experience. This experience has led to various topics, including NFPA codes and standards compliance; preparation to lead and/or participate in fire/safety audits; development of alternate safety program compliance based on conditions; fire protection system updates/engineering and conducting fire hazard analysis updates. He has had unescorted badged access at multiple nuclear facilities. Michael supported in an on-site staff augmentation role, assisting as a project technical lead. He also has extensive experience in nuclear facility decommissioning, managing the transition of fire protection programs, and coordinating change with the site as a whole. 

Education / Certifications

  • BS, Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology, Oklahoma State University
  • Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), No. 4824, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP), No. CSP-25630, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
  • Safety Management Specialist (SMS), No. SMS-676, BCSP
  • Professional Member, Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE)
  • Member, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Areas of Expertise
Code Review + Compliance Lithium-Ion Battery + Energy Storage Systems Nuclear Fire Protection Fire Safety Engineering Emergency Response Project Management Environmental Health + Safety (EHS) Business Development