About

The global body for fire professionals

 

We are the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), the internationally recognised professional body dedicated to promoting excellence in fire engineering.

Founded in 1918 to advance and improve the knowledge, practice, and recognition of fire engineering, we have long been committed to fostering inclusion, promoting learning and development, and today proudly support a diverse community of members and affiliates across the globe.

Our high standards of competency and conduct, qualifications, membership grades and access to continuous professional development, are highly respected and sought after by employers across all sectors. We enable individuals to gain the technical knowledge, practical skills, and ethical grounding essential for protecting people, property, and the environment.

We are building a profession that enhances public safety and drives innovation for a safer world from fire.

Why we do what we do

As a charitable body, the institution exists to deliver benefits to the public. The benefits arising from the institution’s activity are widespread.

The public benefits from the safe and well-designed infrastructure created by our highly skilled members.

    Our members actively promote and inspire advancements in the research, science and practice of fire engineering. By disseminating knowledge and education, they play a crucial role in creating a safer world, significantly reducing the risk and impact of fires.

      Public benefit is achieved through the commitment of all members to uphold high standards of professional and ethical conduct. The institution supports its members by fostering local networks and continuous professional development, ensuring the sharing of best practices and the maintenance of up-to-date knowledge and skills

        Our membership grades and professional qualifications are highly esteemed by employers and recognised internationally. Commercial organisations benefit from employing members with these respected credentials, which in turn enhances public safety and contributes positively to the economy through the expertise of trusted professionals.

          Policy-makers worldwide benefit from our institution's collaboration with highly skilled members, leveraging their expertise to influence positive changes in codes, standards, and regulations through effective participation in public consultations.

            Our strategy - building resilience

            Positioning the Institution to ensure the agility, adaptability and the responsiveness necessary to meet the ever-increasing pace of change in the world we strive to help protect.

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            Our performance

            Read our financial performance and key accounting information together with our 2023/2024 International President's overview of the year with a focus on fire safety competence, collaboration and co-operation. The minutes from our latest AGM is also available.

            Our leadership

            Learn more about each of our Trustees and the board committees who support our governance

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            Governing documents

            The Articles of Association and By-Laws constitute our governing documents. They define our purpose and explain how we make our decisions.

            What is fire engineering?

            Fire engineering can be demonstrated through the use of scientific and engineering principles, standards and professional judgement to protect people, property and the environment from the adverse effects of fire.

            Join

            Gain the credibility you deserve and be part of a globally recognised professional body seeking to illuminate a fire safe world

            Develop

            Connect with our branches and groups around the world and learn how they can support your professional development

            Inspire

            Share your skills and expertise, make a lasting impact and promote public safety through volunteering with the IFE