CURRICULUM VITAE OF

MANUEL A. DE GUZMAN

Flat 313 Building 31 Mobile: +9710506871120

Street 2A, Discovery Gardens E-mail:manuel_dgzmn@yahoo.com

Dubai, UAE

DOB: 07 January 1968

Height: 5'4"

Purpose To promote company’s quality of service to the public and related stakeholders.

Objective To transfer the skills, abilities and experienced gained from previous

employers to co-employees and/or other personnel. To participate and contribute in the department thrust for quality, efficiency

and accuracy in terms of services rendered. To create good working conditions and camaraderie among co-employees.

Experience

26 February, 2012 – Presents

DESIGN CONFIDENCE, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Senior Fire & Life Safety Consultant Preparation of fire and life safety reports and audits in accordance with

International Best Practice (NFPA Codes, UAE Fire Code and IBC), and the requirements applicable to the Authority Having Jurisdiction;

The undertaking of fire & life safety reviews in the form of architectural and MEP Services assessments;

The undertaking of fire and life safety inspections; The provision of assistance to other staff operating within our company. The provision of technical services to clientele in response to engagements

received within the Company; Proactive contribution and participation in the development and growth of the

overall company; Undertaking the necessary dealings with local authorities; Providing managerial services as relates to office administration and

maintenance of the Middle East operations of the business; and Provide supervision of Autocad Operator in processing the fire and life safety

drawings in accordance with the requirements of local authorities

22 July, 2007 – 10 July 2011

FIRE PREVENTION DEPARTMENT, State of Qatar General Administration of Civil Defence, Ministry of Interior, State of Qatar FIRE SAFETY ENGINEER – Engineering Plans Section

Reviews fire protection plans, detection and alarm system, standpipe and documentations for DC1 stage buildings for compliance with applicable codes (NFPA, Uniform Building Code, Qatar Fire Safety Standards and other requirements).

Approves or denies plans as appropriate and advices applicant of needed revisions.

Maintains an awareness of new methods, materials, trends and advance in profession.

Conduct site inspections to determine whether the building’s fire and life safety provisions are being installed in accordance with the prescribed requirements of the NFPA Codes and Qatar Fire Safety Standards.

Supervise in the completion of required test and inspections relative to fire protection aspects of new construction projects (mostly high rise buildings).

Performs technical reviews and verifies fire safety products and equipment prior issuance of QCD Product Approval in compliance to Civil Defence requirement.

Performs other duties as required and instructed by immediate superior.

15 Dec 1997 to 16 July 2007

MANDALUYONG CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT, BFP

Fire Safety Inspector and Building Plan Evaluator- Fire Prevention Section Review building plans and prescribes to incorporate all fire safety

requirements in compliance with the Fire Code of the Philippines and other related laws.

Conduct site inspections to determine whether the building’s fire and life safety provisions are being installed in accordance with the prescribed requirements of the fire codes.

Conduct actual checking and/or fire protection system and/or warning system.

Conduct lecture/seminars on fire prevention and other emergencies for bureau personnel and for general public within the area of responsibility.

Identify corrective actions needed to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes and ordinances and conduct follow up inspections to see if corrective actions have been taken.

18 February 1997- 20 November 1997

WILLIAM GOLANGCO CORPORATION, Mandaluyong City Electrical Supervisor

Leads in the construction of electrical installations comprising, conduiting, and wiring for lights and power, cabling works for bigger loads such as: electrical motors, water pumps, heaters and air conditioning system.

Prepares cost estimates of the electrical materials based on plans and specifications of the project.

Conduct thorough supervision of the electrical installation with bigger loads such as motors and other equipments for wirings and cable termination to the main control panel.

Perform other related job as may be required.

22 March 1992- 30 January 1997 GRANDORIENT MILLS CORPORATION, Novaliches, Quezon CityStaff Engineer-Electrical Section, Engineering Department

Estimate material and labor cost for electrical layout of equipment such as motors, panels and controls for high temperature dying machine and boiler.

Supervise the electrical installations and control of air conditioning system and other equipments.

Conduct inspection for safety and health hazard including the availability of fire fighting equipment, proper venting of ducts, fumes and vapor in work area and recommend the proper mitigation of such hazards.

Ensure work is carried out in accordance with relevant codes, standards and procedures.

Providing troubleshooting solutions to different departments in case of electrical problems.

Planning installation and execution of back up power units in case of power failure.

Education/Professional Registration

Certificate in Fire Safety Engineering, 2003, FEATI University, Sta. Cruz, Manila, Philippines

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 1990, Mapua Institute of Technology, Philippines.

Registered Electrical Engineer, PRC No. 15867.

Latest Seminars Attended In Qatar

NFPA 20-2010 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection Seminar - October 28, 2009.

NFPA 13-2010 Installation of Sprinkler Systems Seminar – October 25-27, 2009. NFPA 72-2010 National Fire Alarm & Signaling Code Seminar – October 18-20,

2009 NFPA 101-2012 Life Safety Code Seminar – February 19-21, 2014.

Fire Alarm Inspection, Testing & Maintenance Seminar – October 21, 2009. NFPA 25-2008 Standard for the Installation, Testing & Maintenance of Water-

Based Fire Protection System Seminar.-October 29, 2009. Basic Occupational Safety and Health Seminar- December 5-9, 2011, SOPI Training

Room, Mandaluyong City Offshore Onshore International Oil & Gas HSE Certificate - Dec. 12-16, 2011 O3GHSE

Training Center, Pasig City (Affiliate of IADC, USA & Associate Member of IOSH, UK)East Ortigas Mansions, Pasig City, Philippines

Basic Occupational Safety and Health Seminar for Construction Site Safety Officers- Janaury 23-27, 2012, SOPI Training Room, Mandaluyong City

Professional Affiliations:

Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers (IIEE), MemberSafety Organization of the Philippines, Inc, Member

Philippine Association of Health, Safety & Environment Engineers Working for Oil and Gas, Associate Member, Membership No. 385

Other Skills Interpretation and implementation of current NFPA Codes and Fire Codes Proven ability to inspire other staff. Computer Skills including MS Word, Excel, ACAD and other related software

applications. Strong Communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work in stressful environment. Capability to prepare quick reports. Capability to create and maintain secured work environment.

I hereby certify that information stated above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

MANUEL A. DE GUZMAN