Florida Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association Presents
Innovative Performance Based Fire Treatments for Life Safety
and Property Protection - 3 hrs.
Instructor: Christopher G. Birchfield
CEO | Global Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
This 3-hour course provides an overview of the latest advancements in Intumescent Coatings and Fire-Retardant solutions for structural steel, structural and engineered wood, upgrading firewalls, interior furnishings, fabrics, plastics, and fiberglass. In addition, a live burn presentation is included to demonstrate the capabilities of Intumescent and Fire Retardants applied to various substrates, like wood, fabric, plastics, spray and rigid foam.
The class has been approved for four (3) hours of CEUs for Fire Code Administrator, and Fire Safety Inspector I&II.
Instructors:
Christopher G. Birchfield
CEO | Global Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
With decades of experience and a legacy of innovation, Christopher G. Birchfield leads Global Fireproof Solutions, Inc. (GFS) as a trusted provider of passive fire safety solutions across diverse industries. Chris combines technical expertise and visionary leadership to drive GFS’s mission: delivering code-compliant, manufacturer-certified fire protection services tailored to meet the evolving needs of clients in construction, hospitality, manufacturing, and beyond.
A third-generation leader in the building and construction sector, Chris earned his Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering and launched his career developing advanced technologies for the U.S. Federal Government and Fortune 500 companies. He has since established himself as a key figure in the fireproofing industry, known for providing innovative solutions that adhere to the highest safety standards.
Chris is deeply committed to advancing industry knowledge. Through Continuing Education Sessions (CEUs) presented nationwide, he fosters awareness and understanding of modern fire safety technologies among architects, building inspectors and officials, and fire professionals.
Date: March 11, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location:
Lake Mary Community Center, 140 E. Wilbur Ave., Lake Mary, FL 32746
Cost: Free for members of the FFMIA
Not an FFMIA member? Complete the New Member application and pay the membership fee of $95.00 to be able to use the member rate.
Point of Contact:
Fred Link
Logistics Officer
DeLand Fire Department
343 W Howry Ave.
DeLand, FL 32720
(386) 626-7329
Linkf@DeLand.org
or
Philip Oakes, Training Coordinator, phil@oakes.pro, or 307-631-0016
RN: 21279
Class: 241061