Dale A Simmons:

Dale is the founder and principal consultant of Gryffon LLC.  Dale is a recognized and highly respected expert in the fields of fire safety and security.  He has a unique perspective that includes practical experience, technical expertise, and the ability to develop creative solutions.  His knowledge base, creativity, and work ethic make him unique at solving problems and often enable him to develop solutions when others are at an impasse.

 

EXPERIENCE

Dale began his career in the Army as a Computer and Electronics Specialist with a Secret Security Clearance.  After being honorably discharged, he continued his electronics training and received his Associates Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology.  He has over 25 years of experience in the fields of security and fire safety.

 

SPEAKING AND TRAINING

Dale is a part time continuing education instructor at the Cuyahoga Community College Fire Academy and he regularly speaks and provides training at various organizational events including:

• Building Officials Conference of North East Ohio
• Cleveland Chapter of ASIS
• Infragard
• NFPA World Conference (2008)
• North East Ohio Fire Prevention Association (NEOFPA)
•  Ohio Information Security Summit

 

SECURITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP), ASIS International
• Certified Physical Security Professional (PSP), ASIS International
• Certified Crime Prevention Specialist, American Crime Prevention Institute (ACPI)
• Certified “Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design” (CPTED) Advanced Specialist, ACPI

 

FIRE SAFETY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Fire Alarm System Designer - State of Ohio Board of Building Standards
• Licensed for Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm, Sprinkler/Standpipe, and Fire Extinguishers - State of Ohio Fire Marshall
• LEVEL IV, Fire Protection Engineering Technology, Fire Alarm Systems - National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET)
• Certified Central Station Supervisor - The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International