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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, UK

A Levels - Business Studies & Media Studies

Sir George Monoux College
London, UK

Skills

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
Franklin Agbloe