Franklin Agbloe
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Seasoned fire safety and emergency response professional with 17 years of frontline operational experience at one of the world's largest metropolitan fire departments — the London Fire Brigade (equivalent to LAFD in scale and complexity, serving a city of 9 million). Certified in HAZMAT response, scientific substance analysis, and mass casualty incident management. Now based in Los Angeles and available for on-set fire safety, production safety officer, and fire safety consulting roles. Brings rare hands-on credibility, calm under pressure, and direct knowledge of fire behavior, crowd management, and emergency protocols — skills that translate directly to the demands of film, television, and commercial productions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Investor — Residential Property Acquisitions
Self-Employed
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Acquiring, renovating, and reselling residential properties across the LA market
- Managing contractor teams, project timelines, budgets, and compliance with local building codes
- Conducting property risk assessments and overseeing fire safety compliance during renovations
Founder & Operator
Fries Over Guys — Food & Catering Business
Los Angeles, CA
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Founded and operated a food business from concept to execution, managing all operations independently
- Maintained full compliance with food safety, hygiene regulations, and health department requirements
- Managed budgeting, supplier relationships, staffing, and daily reconciliation
Founder & Market Operator
Heritage Urban — Farmers Market
Los Angeles, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Launched and operated an urban farmers market, coordinating vendors, logistics, and public-facing events
- Managed crowd safety, site setup, emergency planning, and compliance with public event regulations
- Built relationships with local producers, community stakeholders, and event facilitators
Licensed Taxi Driver — Self-Employed
Transport for London (Black Cab)
London, UK
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Completed the rigorous Knowledge of London qualification — memorizing 25,000+ streets, landmarks, and routes
- Delivered consistently high standards of customer service, including specialized disability assistance
- Operated independently managing scheduling, vehicle maintenance, and client relations
Firefighter / Emergency Response Specialist — Multiple Ranks
London Fire Brigade (LFB) — Poplar Fire Station
London, UK
01.2004 - 01.2021
- Responded to thousands of emergency incidents including structural fires, vehicle fires, HAZMAT spills, traffic collisions, flooding, water rescues, and mass casualty events
- Operated as SSU Operator — deploying mobile laboratory to chemical incident scenes for onsite substance identification and analysis
- Managed water supply logistics, fire access points, and onsite resource coordination as Motor Driver
- Delivered live fire safety education and home fire risk assessments to community members
- Maintained crowd control and established safe working perimeters at major incident scenes
- Administered emergency medical care and provided first response triage at multi-casualty incidents
- Familiarized with and applied Incident Command Systems (ICS) across complex multi-agency incidents
- Collaborated with police, EMS, and specialist units at major incidents throughout London
- Maintained all equipment to operational standards through regular inspection protocols
- The London Fire Brigade is the world's third-largest metropolitan fire service, protecting a population of 9 million across 1,572 square kilometers. Served across multiple specialist roles including Competent Firefighter, Motor Driver, and Scientific Support Unit (SSU) Operator.
Acting Crew Supervisor — Watch Management
London Fire Brigade
London, UK
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Supervised watch operations, station diary, and HR records across multiple acting assignments
- Planned and delivered training sessions aligned to departmental safety standards
- Mentored incoming firefighters and provided ongoing performance feedback and development support
- Implemented incident action plans under pressure, balancing life safety and operational priorities
Catering Assistant — Part-Time
Africana Restaurant
London, UK
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Supported food preparation, hygiene compliance, and customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment
Shift Supervisor (Acting) — Community Outreach & Training
London Fire Brigade — Outreach Division
London, UK
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Led public engagement campaigns to raise fire service awareness — equivalent to a 2-year departmental secondment
- Delivered safety presentations and training to diverse community audiences and schools
- Facilitated mock entrance assessments and mentored candidates through recruitment processes
- Managed volunteer teams, coordinated logistics, and led public-facing safety events
Fire Safety Officer
02 Academy Brixton
London, UK
01.2005 - 2008
- Executed routine fire safety inspections to identify potential hazards and uphold regulatory compliance.
- Facilitated development of fire safety training programs to enhance staff awareness and preparedness.
- Oversaw fire alarm system monitoring and conducted regular tests to ensure operational readiness and reliability.
- Facilitated collaboration with emergency response teams to develop and implement effective evacuation plans.
- Mitigated fire hazard risks through systematic facility inspections and strategic improvement recommendations to management.
- Advised on selection and strategic placement of firefighting equipment to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Facilitated collaboration with local fire departments to enhance emergency response coordination.
- Championed safe working environment by identifying hazardous materials and overseeing proper storage, handling, and disposal protocols.
- Documented inspection violations and corrective actions taken to ensure compliance and facilitate future analysis.
- Facilitated communication between company management and regulatory agencies to uphold compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Enhanced fire safety awareness through the organization and facilitation of regular training sessions and workshops for staff members.
- Evaluated and tested manual and automatic fire suppression systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Evaluated incident reports to identify safety protocol enhancements and mitigate future risks.
- Assessed fire safety equipment and recommended upgrades or replacements to improve operational effectiveness.
Education
GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Drama, History, Maths, Double Science, Design & Technology
Forest Gate Community School
London, UKA Levels - Business Studies & Media Studies
Sir George Monoux College
London, UKSkills
On-Set Fire Safety Oversight
Mass Casualty Event Management
Live Fire & Pyrotechnic Awareness
Crowd Control & Scene Management
Cal/OSHA & NFPA Compliance
Incident Command Systems (ICS)
Safety Briefings & Crew Training
First Aid & Emergency Medical Care
Equipment Inspection & Maintenance
Certification
- Completed through London Fire Brigade and affiliated training institutions:
- Vehicle & Fire Extrication
- HAZMAT Handling & Identification
- Mass Casualty Event Response
- Chemical & Magnesium Fire Suppression
- Hostile Fire Event Protocols
- Dispatch & Command Operations
- Structural & High-Rise Fire Procedure
- Incident Command Systems (ICS)
- Firefighter Assist & Search Team (FAST)
- Wildland, Bush & Forest Fire Response
- Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)
- Swiftwater & Confined Space Rescue
- Fire Service College — Real Fire Training
- Scientific Support Unit (SSU) Certification
- Recommended US certifications to pursue (in progress / planned):
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- NFPA 1 — Fire Code Fundamentals
- Cal/OSHA Compliance Training
- First Aid / CPR / AED (American Red Cross)
- Entertainment Industry Safety Training (CSATF)
ADDITIONAL
Currently active in the Los Angeles creative community — enrolled in acting classes and developing original television projects. This proximity to the industry reinforces a genuine commitment to long-term engagement with film and television production environments.
Languages
Adangbe
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Real Estate Investor — Residential Property Acquisitions
Self-Employed
01.2025 - Current
Founder & Operator
Fries Over Guys — Food & Catering Business
01.2023 - 01.2025
Founder & Market Operator
Heritage Urban — Farmers Market
01.2023 - 01.2024
Licensed Taxi Driver — Self-Employed
Transport for London (Black Cab)
01.2012 - 01.2022
Catering Assistant — Part-Time
Africana Restaurant
01.2010 - 01.2013
Shift Supervisor (Acting) — Community Outreach & Training
London Fire Brigade — Outreach Division
01.2008 - 01.2010
Acting Crew Supervisor — Watch Management
London Fire Brigade
01.2007 - 01.2017
Fire Safety Officer
02 Academy Brixton
01.2005 - 2008
Firefighter / Emergency Response Specialist — Multiple Ranks
London Fire Brigade (LFB) — Poplar Fire Station
01.2004 - 01.2021
GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Drama, History, Maths, Double Science, Design & Technology
Forest Gate Community School
A Levels - Business Studies & Media Studies
Sir George Monoux College