This group of professionals includes risk managers, loss control specialists, fire officers, fire marshals, fire inspectors, safety managers, fire protection consultants, designers, code enforcers, loss prevention professionals, building code officials, commercial real estate managers and others who have responsibilities dealing with the application of fire safety, fire protection, prevention, and suppression technologies. The goal of the CFPS Board is to promote the discipline of fire protection and prevention. CFPS is the only program specifically addressing the fire protection engineering technologist which does not require an engineering degree. The credential is a balance of education and experience and provides an opportunity for the hands-on fire protection specialist to achieve professional recognition. The CFPS Board is responsible for maintaining certification and recertification criteria as they relate to fire protection specialists.
CFPS certification provides two distinct opportunities for candidates.
Second, achievement of certification provides the individual with recognition by his or her peers and employers or potential employers. Candidates are permitted to bring the handbook to the examination room with them. Photocopies of the book are not permitted.