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Welcome to Tier One Fire Consulting - founded to deliver unbiased, expert advice and trusted guidance for the most challenging projects. Our unwavering passion for safeguarding firefighters, the public, and property safe from fire hazards fuels our relentless pursuit of perfection.

We exist to help our clients navigate the complexity of code requirements with clarity, ensuring every recommendation is both drawn from our vast industry experience and displays our integrity and commitment to getting it right the first time. Drawing on best practices in fire protection and life safety consulting, we guide your project from risk assessment to final approval.

Services

At Tier One Fire Consulting, we offer a wide range of fire protection and life safety consulting services to meet the specific needs for your project. No matter if we are researching the fire code, calculating building fire flow for a hydraulic analysis, or completing a complex high-piled storage analysis involving hazardous materials and an in-rack sprinkler system - you will get top-tier level results and unparalleled one-on-one customer service.

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At the core of our existence, Tier One Fire Consulting provides unparalleled code research and consulting. Years of experience on in both the public and private sectors of the fire protection industry give us a unique perspective on all aspects of Code Research and Consulting. While most others look at the code from a black-and-white standpoint, at Tier One Fire Consulting, we explore the intent of the code and think critically to apply every word to your project.

No matter if we are providing a simple interpretation or a complex Alternative Means & Methods report which applies to a very specific and unique situation, rest assured that you will get the most comprehensive, applicable, and reliable results possible.

While general code research and consulting is truly at the heart of every activity at Tier One Fire Consulting, we offer two primary options that you can select from within this domain. Select one of the following options to learn more about that specific service.

Code Research & Consultation

Alternative Means & Methods

At Tier One Fire Consulting, our due diligence services bring precision and clarity to even the most complex fire protection projects. Our Hydraulic Analysis uses advanced computer modeling software to evaluate hydrant flow tests ensure your project (fire hydrants, underground fire lines, fire sprinklers, fire pumps, standpipe system, etc.) are designed for code compliance and optimized for both performance and cost.

We provide expert Project Advisement, collaborating with clients from early feasibility through system acceptance to align technical requirements, risks, and design goals with applicable standards and budget realities . And when it comes to navigating approvals, our Jurisdiction Liaison services serve as your advocate—clarifying code interpretations, negotiating with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and smoothing the path to permit and insurance acceptance. The result is thoughtful engineering, transparent communication, and a firm foundation for safe, compliant, and cost-efficient fire protection systems.

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Hydraulic Analysis

At Tier One Fire Consulting, our hazardous materials expertise delivers tailored solutions to meet both practical safety and regulatory demands. We offer comprehensive Haz-Mat Analysis & Consultation—identifying chemical hazards, quantifying storage thresholds, and advising on safe handling, storage, and emergency preparedness in line with IFC/IBC and the local fire marshal's requirements.

Our team also reviews and develops Hazardous Materials Management Plans (HMMPs) and Hazardous Materials Inventory Systems (HMIS), ensuring compliance with occupancy-specific hazard classifications, storage maps, contingency planning, and permit coordination. Additionally, we can assist with Tier II Chemical Inventory Reporting, facilitating accurate annual submissions to state Emergency Response Commissions (ERCs), Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), and local fire departments - covering chemical identity, quantities, storage locations, and emergency contacts to meet EPCRA requirements and avoid penalties. By integrating these services, Tier One empowers facilities to proactively plan for and manage hazardous materials, maintain regulatory compliance, and protect emergency responders and communities alike.

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At Tier One Fire Consulting, we specialize in supporting clients with the unique fire protection challenges of high-piled storage environments. Our Analysis & Consulting services evaluate storage configurations, commodity classifications (including hazardous materials), fire load densities, and suppression needs—ensuring that every system is engineered to perform under real-world conditions. Whether you're storing flammable aerosols, plastics, or other high-challenge commodities, we provide expert guidance on in-rack sprinkler systems, smoke and heat venting, and the integration of fire protection with automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) and other advanced warehouse technologies.

Our Planning & Permitting services streamline your project’s path through code compliance, from preparing submittal-ready documents to coordinating with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) for seamless permit approvals. Headlining this service is ability to provide you with high-piled storage plans that can be submitted to the AHJ for review and approval in order to obtain a construction or operational permit. With a focus on life safety, code alignment, and operational efficiency, we help ensure your high-piled storage systems are safe, scalable, and fully compliant.

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At Tier One Fire Consulting, we offer comprehensive plan review services tailored to meet the needs of both jurisdictions and private clients. Our Third-Party Plan Reviews serve as an extension of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), providing unbiased, code-compliant evaluations of fire protection system plans, calculations, and specifications to support timely permit approvals and enforcement consistency. Our typical turnaround time for all third-party fire plan reviews is 1-2 business days. Select this option below to see the full (and growing) list of jurisdictions we have approval to offer third-party plan reviews for.

For developers, owners, and design teams, our Private (Client-Based) Plan Reviews offer expert insight early in the process—helping identify major design deficiencies, verify project specification applications, and reduce costly delays or change orders during construction. Whether you're seeking an impartial review for permitting or proactive support during design, Tier One Fire Consulting delivers reliable, knowledgeable plan evaluations that keep your project moving forward with confidence.

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Third-Party (AHJ-Based) Review

Private (Client-Based) Review

Every successful fire protection system installation starts with a thoughtfully crafted design. At Tier One Fire Consulting, we deliver precise, bid‑level plans that set your project on course from the very beginning. Too often, vague narrative specifications or generic plans leave critical details unresolved—forcing contractors to fill in the blanks after bid submission and selection. Why leave it to chance when you can begin with clarity? Our detailed basis‑of‑design documents clearly define system requirements, reduce bidder confusion, and expedite the bidding process. Plus, they align with applicable codes and standards—ensuring major components are fully evaluated before you even solicit quotes. It’s a smarter, more transparent path to safety and success.

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At Tier One Fire Consulting, our advanced computer modeling services provide critical insights to support safer, more efficient building designs. We offer two specialized modeling solutions: Egress Modeling and Fire/Smoke Modeling.

Our Egress Modeling uses Pathfinder® software to analyze occupant movement and evacuation times - helping ensure that exits, pathways, and life safety systems meet code requirements and function effectively under real-world conditions. Meanwhile, our Fire and Smoke Modeling uses PyroSim®, among other industry-leading software, to evaluates how heat, smoke, and toxic gases will develop and spread during a fire—guiding decisions on smoke control systems, detection placement, and overall building safety strategy. Whether you're designing a high-rise, warehouse, or assembly space, Tier One’s modeling services deliver the data-driven clarity needed for informed design, AHJ approval, and enhanced occupant protection.

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