When the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) was established in 1918, it was a broad organisation that reflected the interests of all those professionals involved in fire prevention, protection, safety and response. That hasn't changed. However, research undertaken by the IFE has found that defining what fire engineering is varies considerably around the world. That is why understanding what fire engineering is, is more important than ever. According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, to engineer is to plan or do something in a skilful way. For me, there are a number of core characteristics that make up an engineer. It is someone who combines knowledge and understanding, experience and knowhow in practice and ethical and professional conduct in a way that solves problems and builds trust. They are experts at what they do.
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