Michael is a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) member of the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) as well as a Registered Building Code Designer (BCIN) and has more than a decade of engineering experience working directly under the supervision of a Professional Civil Engineer across residential, commercial, institutional and agricultural projects. With advanced skills in AutoCAD, strong working knowledge of Revit, and a deep understanding of the Ontario Building Code, he specializes in producing precise architectural, structural and civil site drawings. Mike has led a wide range of projects and utilizing his skills with structural calculations, technical accuracy, client-focused solutions, strong problem-solving and efficient building permit packages as well as in depth knowledge for obtaining minor variance applications within several different municipalities.
Chad is a ProBoard-certified NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator with over 15 years of fire service experience. He is a former Chief Fire Officer for the cities of Terrace, Prince Rupert, and Flin Flon. Chad has conducted more than 150 fire investigations, including fatal fires, large-loss structures, incendiary events, as well as vehicle and heavy equipment fires.
Troy is a highly skilled technician with over a decade of experience in the skilled trades, specializing in restaurant HVAC and refrigeration systems. He holds Red Seal certifications in Commercial & Industrial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, as well as in Gas Fitting, and carries a Class B Gas Fitter’s License issued by the Province of Manitoba. Troy is also licensed by the Winnipeg Fire Department as a Gas Service Person and is a certified member of the Manitoba Ozone Protection Industry Association (MOPIA), holding a valid license. In addition to his role at OCI, he proudly serves his community as a volunteer firefighter in his home city of Selkirk, Manitoba.
Chris is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Certified Level II Fire Inspector with over 18 years of experience at the London Fire Department, where he worked in fire suppression, inspections, investigations, and as Acting Chief Fire Prevention Officer. Since 2021, he has served as a Fire Prevention Officer and Investigator with the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex Fire Department.
In addition to his operational work, Chris is a professor at Fanshawe College, teaching fire inspection and investigation in the Fire and Life Safety program and Public Safety Fundamentals. He is the Lead Instructor for the NFPA 1033 Fire Investigation Course with the Ontario Fire College and delivers organization-wide fire inspection and investigation training for the London Fire Department. He also teaches the NFPA 921 Course “Guide for Fire and Explosions” with IAAI Ontario.
Chris specializes in fire department litigation, providing expert analysis in fire origin and cause, suppression tactics, and response protocols. His work supports legal teams and municipalities in defending or prosecuting claims related to fire department conduct, equipment failure, and operational decision-making. With a deep understanding of NFPA standards, the Ontario Fire Code, and departmental guidelines, policies, and procedures, he bridges the gap between fire inspection/investigation and the legal complexities surrounding fire department liability.
Guy is a Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator and Fuels Specialist with extensive experience conducting forensic investigations into fires and explosions as well as mechanical systems and equipment. Guy worked within the Fuels Safety program at Ontario’s Technical Standards & Safety Authority for 17 years, prior to which he was employed in the HVAC industry for a further 15 years, both as a technician and a commercial/industrial gas instructor. Guy has served in leadership roles, including vice-chair at the Regional Common Ground Alliance, statutory director under the Technical Standards & Safety Act, and as a member of the B149.1 code committee.
Hussein is a structural designer and forensic investigator. He is a registered building code designer in Building Structural, Large and Small Buildings with the MMAH and a certified engineering technician with the OACETT. Hussein holds a bachelor’s degree from McMaster University, and he is currently a Master of Engineering candidate at the University of Toronto in Structural & Forensic Engineering. Hussein currently specializes in structural and building envelope investigations, and the design of structural repairs.
He is also experienced in structural and architectural design and building information modelling. He specializes in creating structural and architectural drawings using Autodesk REVIT, as well as preparing structural plans and performing calculations for wood, steel, and concrete structures. Hussein has comprehensive knowledge of the Canadian Building Codes and Standards.
John is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Fuels Specialist. He has over 17 years of experience, including 3 years with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority where he was Fuels Safety Inspector and Fuels Technical Trainer. Prior to that, he spent 10 years as a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (313A Journeyperson) and Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A Journeyperson). John has also taught refrigeration and gas fitting at Fanshawe and Conestoga Colleges.
Simon is a licensed professional engineer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, California and Illinois. He specializes in forensic structural investigations and the rehabilitation and restoration of existing structures. His experience also consists of new building design, tenant improvement, structural repair, structural remodeling, and special structural design. Simon is practiced in the analysis and design of all major structural materials: wood, steel, concrete, and masonry, and possesses sound knowledge of the Canadian and US building and design codes, including NBCC Part 4, the CSA standards, ASCE-7.
Specializing in structural fires and explosions, Mike’s professional experience includes 16 years as a fire investigator with the Ontario Fire Marshal, 9 years as an Attorney General investigator, and 14 years as a police officer, attaining the rank of Detective. During his career, he has investigated 1,488 fire and explosion occurrences, including 135 fatal fires and 60 gaseous explosions. Mike’s areas of expertise include advanced fire investigation and origin and cause determination. He is trained in post-blast explosion scene investigations as well as gas and electrical appliance fires. Mike has been declared an expert witness at all levels of the criminal and civil justice system.
