Steve Lorendo
Lakeside Consultants
Tinley Park,IL
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience
Fire Safety Expert with over 25 years in emergency service management. Led community fire prevention programs and enhanced compliance through thorough plan reviews and inspections. Committed to a team-first approach, fostering collaboration and setting a positive example.
Work History
Fire Marshal
26 Years- Oversaw all fire prevention activities and fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
- Led emergency response drills, enhancing team readiness and coordination during incidents.
- Evaluated fire safety plans, providing recommendations for improvements to reduce risks.
- Collaborated with local businesses to assess fire hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Trained new personnel on fire safety practices, fostering a culture of safety within the department.
- Oversaw investigations into fire-related incidents, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance with regulations.
- Trained firefighters on proper investigation techniques to improve incident scene preservation and evidence collection capabilities.
- Streamlined permit processes for efficient handling of building plans, ensuring prompt approval or necessary corrections.
- Updated department policies and procedures in alignment with industry best practices, resulting in a more effective organization overall
Plan Reviwer
2 Years 2 Months- Conducted plan reviews for multiple jurisdictions for fire and building code reviews.
- Provided constructive feedback to enhance quality of submissions.
- Conducted thorough reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Education
MBA - Emergency Service Management
Skills
Regulatory compliance
Email correspondence
Critical thinking
Decision-making
Fire code compliance
Adaptability and flexibility
Email communication
Fire safety reporting
Accomplishments
- Supervise team of seven staff members.
- Treasurer of the Illinois Fire Inspectors Association.
- Created the Tinley Park School Evacuation program that follows the chain of command used by the Fire Department in emergency situations and evacuations.
Certification
- Certified Plan Reviewer
Timeline
Plan Reviwer
Lakeside Consultants
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Fire Marshal
Tinley Park Fire Department
08.2000 - CurrentRead More
Columbia Southern University
MBA from Emergency Service Management
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