Fire Protection Engineering & Life Safety Consulting

Engineering safer buildings through prevention, compliance, and practical design.

MJB Fire Protection Engineering LLC provides fire protection engineering consulting services for new and existing buildings across a wide array of occupancies. We work with owners, architects, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction to deliver code-compliant, constructible, and risk-informed fire protection solutions.

A practical guide to managing fire risk during construction.

Fire Prevention in Modern Construction addresses one of the most overlooked phases of building fire safety: the construction process itself. The book translates codes, standards, and lessons learned into clear, actionable guidance for the field.

The book is written for:

  • Engineers
  • Contractors
  • Construction managers
  • Safety professionals
  • Inspectors and AHJs

Topics include:

  • Construction-specific fire hazards
  • Fire prevention planning fundamentals
  • Temporary fire protection systems
  • Hot work controls
  • Roles and responsibilities on site
  • Lessons learned from real construction fire events

📅 Release Date: March 2026
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Fire Prevention in Modern Construction: A Practical Guide – 1st Edition

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Services

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Fire Alarm System Design

  • Fire alarm system layout and design
  • Code-compliant detection and notification strategies
  • System coordination with architectural and MEP disciplines
  • Construction documents and permit support

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Fire Sprinkler System Design

  • Automatic sprinkler system design (NFPA 13)
  • Standpipe system coordination (NFPA 14)
  • Hydraulic calculations and system layouts
  • Review and sealing of contractor shop drawings

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Building & Fire Code Consulting

  • IBC, IFC, NFPA code interpretation and application
  • Alternative means and methods support
  • Performance-based design assistance
  • Plan review and AHJ coordination

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Construction Fire Safety Services

Construction phases present elevated fire risks. Our services help project teams identify hazards early and apply practical controls to prevent losses during construction.

  • Construction fire safety planning
  • Temporary fire protection strategies
  • Hot work risk mitigation
  • Site fire safety assessments and guidance

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Fire Risk Assessments

  • Fire hazard identification
  • Risk evaluation and mitigation strategies
  • Occupancy-specific risk analysis
  • Existing building fire risk reviews

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Life Safety & Egress Analysis

  • Occupant load calculations
  • Exit capacity and travel distance analysis
  • Means of egress compliance reviews
  • Life safety system coordination

MJB Fire Protection Engineering

Dedicated to advancing fire prevention, life safety, and code-compliant design through sound engineering practice.

Our Approach is Built On:

  • Practical Construction Experience

  • Applicable Codes and Standards

  • Engineering Judgement

  • Latest Technology and Trends

United States

Woburn, Massachusetts

About the Founder

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Matthew James Bourque

Principal & Founder

Licensed Fire Protection Engineer

Author of “Fire Prevention in Modern Construction”

Our Latest Works

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